RA2 Travel and Tours

Preparing your journey

Chapman’s Peak Drive and the Cape Peninsula coastline

Private tour · Private guided day tour

Private Cape Peninsula Tour

Penguins & Coastal Wonders

Spectacular coastal drives. Iconic Cape Point. Unforgettable penguin encounters.

Approximately 8–9 hoursCape Peninsula · Cape Town pickup

Discover the Cape Peninsula with your own local guide and private vehicle. From the Atlantic coastline and dramatic bends of Chapman’s Peak to Cape Point and the African penguins at Boulders, enjoy a day of remarkable scenery, local stories and memorable stops.

With RA2 Travel and Tours, your journey is personally arranged, with accommodation pickup, the main entrance fees included and a comfortable pace.

The essentials

Your day at a glance.

Experience
Private guided Cape Peninsula day tour
Duration
Approximately 8–9 hours
Suggested departure
08:00; confirmed when booking
Pickup and return
Your accommodation within the agreed Cape Town pickup area
Transport
Private vehicle selected for your group
Entrance fees
Cape Point / Cape of Good Hope and Boulders penguin viewing included
Lunch
Restaurant stop; meal for your own account
Price
Personalised quotation

The Peninsula, personally explored

Let us take care of the driving while you enjoy one of the Cape’s most scenic journeys.

Travel past beaches and mountain slopes, pause at coastal viewpoints and discover the landscapes of Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. Spend time watching African penguins from the designated viewing areas at Boulders before returning to Cape Town.

Your guide brings the route to life through local knowledge and conversation, with time to appreciate the places you came to see.

Your tour highlights.

  • Scenic Atlantic coastline drive.
  • Camps Bay and Twelve Apostles photograph stop.
  • Hout Bay harbour or viewpoint stop.
  • Chapman’s Peak Drive and a designated viewpoint stop.
  • Cape Point coastal scenery and viewpoints.
  • Cape of Good Hope photograph stop.
  • Lunch stop along the route.
  • African penguin viewing at Boulders.
  • A short introduction to Simon’s Town.
  • Private accommodation pickup and return.

The route

Your day, stop by stop.

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    A warm RA2 welcome

    Your guide collects you from your accommodation at the confirmed time. After a short introduction to the day’s route, settle into your private vehicle and begin your Peninsula journey.

    Tell us about any particular interests, dietary requirements or walking considerations when booking so we can prepare your day.

  2. 2

    Stop 2

    Camps Bay & the Atlantic coastline

    Enjoy a scenic drive towards Camps Bay, where the beach and Twelve Apostles mountain backdrop provide a beautiful introduction to the coast.

    Pause at a suitable viewpoint for photographs before continuing towards Hout Bay.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    Hout Bay

    Take in the setting of Hout Bay, framed by mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.

    Enjoy a short harbour or viewpoint stop before the next stretch of your coastal drive. A boat excursion can be requested in advance as a customised addition, with the itinerary adjusted accordingly.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    Chapman’s Peak Drive

    Follow the curves of Chapman’s Peak, with sweeping views across the bay and coastline.

    When the road is open and conditions allow, stop at a designated viewpoint to enjoy the scenery and capture photographs.

  5. 5

    Stop 5

    Cape Point & the Cape of Good Hope

    Explore the dramatic landscapes of the Cape of Good Hope section of Table Mountain National Park.

    Visit the Cape of Good Hope photograph stop and enjoy time at Cape Point’s viewpoints. Guests comfortable with an uphill walk can follow the route towards the old lighthouse area.

    The Flying Dutchman funicular is an optional extra, subject to operation. Your guide will explain the available options and help you choose a suitable way to explore.

  6. 6

    Stop 6

    Time for lunch

    Pause for lunch at a suitable restaurant along the route.

    Enjoy time to relax before continuing your tour. Lunch and drinks are for your own account, giving you the freedom to choose your preferred meal.

    Please share dietary requirements when enquiring so we can recommend a suitable stop.

  7. 7

    Stop 7

    Boulders penguin viewing

    Visit the African penguin colony near Simon’s Town and watch these distinctive birds from the designated visitor areas and boardwalks.

    Enjoy time for photographs while respecting the penguins’ space and protected habitat.

    Penguin-viewing admission is included in your tour.

  8. 8

    Stop 8

    Simon’s Town & your return

    Enjoy a short introduction to Simon’s Town before travelling back to Cape Town.

    If the day’s timing allows, a brief additional coastal stop may be possible. Your guide will balance extra stops with a comfortable return to your accommodation.

The order of stops may change according to traffic, weather, road access and attraction operations.

What’s included

  • Private return transport from your agreed Cape Town pickup location.
  • Services of a registered tourist guide.
  • Fuel and parking for the standard itinerary.
  • Chapman’s Peak toll when travelling this route.
  • Cape Point / Cape of Good Hope entrance fee.
  • Boulders penguin-viewing entrance fee.
  • Bottled water.
  • Assistance with planning your day and lunch stop.

What’s excluded

  • Lunch, additional drinks and refreshments.
  • Flying Dutchman funicular tickets.
  • Hout Bay boat excursions.
  • Additional activities outside the confirmed itinerary.
  • Personal purchases and optional gratuities.
  • Pickups outside the agreed area, unless included in your quotation.

Make the day your own.

Travelling as a couple, family or private group? We will recommend a vehicle suited to your passenger numbers and comfort preferences.

All additions are subject to availability and confirmed in your quotation.

  • A luxury vehicle upgrade.
  • A pre-arranged restaurant reservation.
  • A Hout Bay boat excursion with adjusted touring time.
  • A gentler itinerary with reduced walking.

Good to know

Before you travel.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket, sun protection, your camera and any personal essentials.

Please advise us in advance about mobility needs, children travelling with you or child-seat requirements. Some viewpoints and walking routes involve slopes or steps.

Have your passport or South African identification available, as applicable admission categories may require supporting identification.

Frequently asked questions.

Booking information

Once you accept your quotation, a 50% deposit confirms your booking, subject to availability. Full payment is required before the tour.

Quotations are valid for seven days. Cancellation charges apply according to the terms supplied with your quotation.

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Your South Africa. Beautifully personal.

Your Peninsula journey starts here

Experience the Cape Peninsula with local knowledge, personal attention and your own private guide.

Send us your travel date, group size and accommodation details, and we will prepare your personalised quotation.