Full-Day Cape Peninsula Tour from Cape Town — Cape Point, Chapman's Peak & Boulders Beach

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

9 hours (full day)

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; expect short walks (under 1 km) and a moderate 80–120 m climb at Cape Point that can be handled by anyone comfortable with stairs and uneven ground.

Overview

A full-day clockwise loop from Cape Town that threads Chapman's Peak, Cape Point and Boulders Beach — equal parts dramatic coastal driving and short shore-side walks. Expect penguins, seals, sweeping ocean views and a healthy dose of wind.

Full-Day Cape Peninsula Tour from Cape Town — Cape Point, Chapman's Peak & Boulders Beach

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Date

Thu, Nov 6

Travelers

The morning light slides off Table Mountain as your van peels away from Cape Town, the city shrinking behind a wall of granite and fynbos. The Atlantic grabs at the windows, and by Hout Bay the sea has a voice — restless, briny, daring you to pay attention. You move along one of the world’s most dramatic coastal roads, Chapman's Peak, where cliffs plunge to surf and the road clings like a ribbon. Stops come and go: a harbour-side break to watch seals pile onto Duiker Island, a salt-washed walk to a rugged viewpoint, and the sharp, wind-etched promontory of Cape Point at the peninsula’s tip.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Dress for wind and sun

Layer a windproof shell over breathable clothing — the coast can be cool and windy even on sunny days.

Bring a refillable bottle

There are limited reliable water stations on the route; refill at the starting point or cafes in Hout Bay.

Wear grippy shoes

Lookouts and the Cape Point lighthouse require walking on uneven granite and boardwalks — closed-toe shoes with grip help.

Respect wildlife boundaries

At Boulders Beach and seal colonies stay on boardwalks and follow guide instructions — do not feed or approach animals.

Local Insights

Wildlife

African penguin
Chacma baboon

History

The peninsula has been a maritime landmark since the late 15th century; early Portuguese sailors rounded the headland and European navigation routes shifted around the Cape of Good Hope.