Swim with penguins at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and experience a fun-filled day interacting with African penguins. Join a guided tour, swim with the penguins, and explore the beautiful beaches of False Bay. Book now!
Swim with penguins at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and experience a fun-filled day interacting with African penguins. Join a guided tour, swim with the penguins, and explore the beautiful beaches of False Bay. Book now!
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Camps Bay - Camps Bay is Cape Town’s top tourist spot, beautifully situated on the Atlantic Ocean, at the base of the Twelve Apostles mountain range and next to Table Mountain.
Camps Bay is a Cape Town suburb with a village atmosphere, conveniently located just 15 minutes from the city center, 20 minutes from the V&A Waterfront, 30 minutes from the…
- Camps Bay - Camps Bay is Cape Town’s top tourist spot, beautifully situated on the Atlantic Ocean, at the base of the Twelve Apostles mountain range and next to Table Mountain.
Camps Bay is a Cape Town suburb with a village atmosphere, conveniently located just 15 minutes from the city center, 20 minutes from the V&A Waterfront, 30 minutes from the airport, 40 minutes from the Cape Winelands, and 60 minutes from Cape Point. Visitors can safely walk to the Camps Bay beachfront both day and night.
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Bantry Bay - A 9-minute drive takes you to Bantry Bay, an upscale and stunning ocean-facing suburb in Cape Town, located on the slopes of Lion’s Head, overlooking a rocky coastline in the Western Cape of South Africa. Originally named Botany Bay due to a botanical garden planted for medicinal herbs, the name changed during World War 1. Bantry Bay is one of Cape Town’s most delightful holiday destinations, with numerous attractions nearby and the city center just a short drive away, offering plenty of adventures and exploration opportunities.
Bantry Bay boasts breathtaking ocean views and spectacular sunsets. The suburb is overlooked by Lion’s Head, the eroded core of an ancient volcano, with the majestic Table Mountain as a backdrop. - Hout Bay - A 24-minute drive takes you to Hout Bay, a popular seaside resort town uniquely located at the start of the Atlantic Seaboard, yet only thirty minutes from most of Cape Town’s top attractions.
Hout Bay is recognized as one of South Africa’s leading destinations for local tourists and has become a favored spot for international visitors to base their South African holiday. A growing bed and breakfast industry caters to holidaymakers’ demands.
Hout Bay real estate now includes holiday accommodations, family homes ranging from apartments to seaview properties in secure estates.
- Chapman’s Peak Drive - A 15-minute drive leads to Chapman’s Peak Drive, affectionately known as “Chappies,” a must-see for anyone passionate about Cape Town’s majestic scenery, with sheer drops to the sea below and towering mountains above. The road’s endless twists and curves make it a photographer’s dream. It’s a paradise for motorists, sightseers, picnickers, runners, hikers, and bikers (both motorized and manual). A 15-minute stop is planned.
The 9km route, with 114 curves, skirts the rocky coastline of Chapman’s Peak (593m), the southern extension of Constantiaberg, and offers a great hike for the energetically inclined.
The drive provides stunning 180° views with many spots along the route to stop and enjoy the exquisite scenery or have a relaxing picnic.
- Noordhoek Farm Village - A 6-minute drive takes you through Noordhoek, with an option to stop for 30 minutes to enjoy the finest roasted coffee at The Village Roast.
- Simon’s Town - A 17-minute drive leads to Simon’s Town, one of South Africa’s oldest towns, located 35km outside Cape Town. Known for its rich maritime history, it is home to the South African Navy, which hosts a festival every April. Simon’s Town is an attraction in its own right, requiring a full day to explore fully.
- Boulders Beach Penguin Colony - A 3-minute drive takes you to Boulders Beach, home to the endangered African penguin. It is one of only two mainland penguin colonies in South Africa. Since being listed on the endangered species red list, a boardwalk was built to limit human interference at the penguin colony. However, guests can still get very close to the penguins and take close-up pictures from the boardwalk.
- Fish Hoek - A 15-minute drive leads to Fish Hoek, a coastal town at the eastern end of the Fish Hoek Valley on the False Bay side of the Cape Peninsula in the Western Cape, South Africa. Once a separate municipality, Fish Hoek is now part of the City of Cape Town. As a coastal suburb, Fish Hoek is popular with commuters, retirees, and holidaymakers. The traditional industries of ‘trek’ fishing and angling coexist with leisure activities like surfing, sailing, and sunbathing. An active lifeguard community uses the beach and bay for training.
- Kalk Bay - A 7-minute drive takes you to the gem of the False Bay coastline, Kalk Bay, known for its raw beauty, interesting shops, a wide selection of restaurants, and stunning views. You could easily spend a full day in this charming neighborhood and still not experience it all.
- Muizenberg Beach - A 13-minute drive leads to Muizenberg, or “Muizies,” a vibrant coastal town located 27km (around 30 minutes) from Cape Town City Centre. A 30-minute stop is planned.
Known for its warm waters and surfing culture, Muizenberg offers the perfect setting for families to create lasting memories. The beachfront is always lively with energy and enthusiasm.
But Muizenberg is more than just the beach. Away from the sandy shores, you’ll find quirky shops and unique architecture that define the town’s bohemian charm. From charming bookshops to delightful bric-a-brac stores and mouth-watering eateries, Muizies embraces a home-grown culture that is truly unique.
In Muizenberg, you’ll experience the best of both worlds – vibrant city life and a tranquil coastal escape.
- Cape Town City Centre - Drop-off at your accommodation or hotel is possible if booked and within 13 km of the CBD or Camps Bay.

- Bottled water
- Chapman’s Peak Tollgate fee included
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
- Knowledgeable Experience Tour Guide
- Bottled water
- Chapman’s Peak Tollgate fee included
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
- Knowledgeable Experience Tour Guide
- Entry Fee for Boulders Beach / African Penguins (R175/person)
- Gratuities
- Entry Fee for Boulders Beach / African Penguins (R175/person)
- Gratuities
Experience an extraordinary adventure with the unique birds that can’t fly and sound like braying donkeys during this five-hour journey. Boulders Beach, nestled along False Bay, just beyond Simon’s Town, offers a rare opportunity to closely interact with African penguins.
This tailor-made day out will let you mingle with the distinctive penguin colony…
Experience an extraordinary adventure with the unique birds that can’t fly and sound like braying donkeys during this five-hour journey. Boulders Beach, nestled along False Bay, just beyond Simon’s Town, offers a rare opportunity to closely interact with African penguins.
This tailor-made day out will let you mingle with the distinctive penguin colony of Boulder Beach. A top-grade professional guide/driver will reveal the history of the area as we venture in a luxurious vehicle equipped with air-conditioning and bottled water.
The outlined journey takes you through some of the most breath-taking routes around Chapman’s Peak to Simons Town, following the pick-up from your hotel between 8:30 and 9:30.
Our charming, tuxedo-wearing feathered locals eagerly await our arrival at one of the region’s most stunning beaches. Don’t forget to pack your swimsuit and towel if you are keen on swimming alongside the penguins. This is a safe activity for everyone, even young children and mothers. After a day filled with excitement, you will be conveniently dropped off back at your hotel.
- If minimum number of 3 people is not met, you’ll be offered a different date or tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.