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Cape Town Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point — All‑Inclusive Day Tour

Cape Town Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point — All‑Inclusive Day Tour

See Table Mountain, seal colonies, a Cape vineyard tasting, African penguins and Cape Point in a single, well-paced day. This all-inclusive small-group tour bundles pre-booked tickets and guided insights for a stress-free Cape Peninsula experience.

Cape Town, Western Cape
8–9 hours
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Dress in layers

Coastal wind and rapid temperature swings make a windproof outer layer essential, even on sunny days.

Bring binoculars

Binoculars enhance seal, bird and whale viewing from viewpoints and the boat option at Hout Bay.

Protect from sun and wind

Sunscreen, a brimmed hat and sunglasses guard against reflected UV on clear days and abrasive wind.

Mind the timing

Pickup is early (7:30–8:30 a.m.); expect an 8–9 hour day with multiple short stops and a final return by early evening.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Kalk Bay harbour cafés and antiques for a quieter seaside stop
  • Silvermine or Scarborough viewpoints for less‑crowded coastal panoramas

Wildlife

  • African penguin
  • Cape fur seal

Conservation Note

Boulders Beach and the Cape Peninsula are protected; follow boardwalks, avoid feeding wildlife and respect park rules to support penguin conservation and habitat integrity.

The Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point have been maritime navigation markers since the 15th century, with commemorative crosses left by early Portuguese explorers.

What to Bring

Windproof jacketEssential

Shields against the strong coastal gusts common year‑round.

Sturdy walking shoesEssential

Provides traction on boardwalks, paved paths and rocky viewpoints.

Sunscreen & sunglassesEssential

Crucial for UV protection during open‑exposure viewpoints and beach stops.

Binoculars

Helpful for observing penguins, seals and seabirds from a distance.

Common Questions

Is the Table Mountain cable car ticket included?

Yes — the tour provides a pre‑booked Table Mountain ticket; you’ll receive it from the guide on the day.

Can I see the penguins up close?

You view the African penguins from boardwalks at Boulders Beach for safe, regulated proximity — no direct contact permitted.

Is pickup available from my hotel or Airbnb?

Yes — the tour provides pickup from Cape Town accommodations between 7:30–8:30 a.m.; confirm your pickup point when booking.

Are any parts wheelchair or stroller accessible?

Many stops have accessible boardwalks and the tour notes stroller access and infant seats; some viewpoints and the lighthouse climb are not fully accessible.

Book This Experience

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Duration

8–9 hours

Location

Cape Town, Western Cape

Difficulty

easy

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks, one steep path to the lighthouse (optional funicular) and standing during viewpoints.

Free cancellation available

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Cape Town Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point — All‑Inclusive Day Tour - Cape Town - Adventure Collective Travel