Cape Peninsula Self Drive Rout
Cape Peninsula Self Drive Rout One of the best scenic routs Cape Town has to offer, some of the on the rout attractions, Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, Cape of Good Hope, Cape Point, Chapman's Peak and much more - Full day depart early!
Keret Accommodation to Boyes drive - 37 min (40.9 km)
From Keret Accommodation drive towards Boyes Drive. on the way you will pass the University of Cape Town and Cape Town's Southern suburbs. Boyes Drive is a scenic road that climbs the lower slopes of Muizenberg Mountain, offers panoramic views over Muizenberg beach. In Season, Boyes Drive provides a great outlook for shore-based whale watching. look out for the shark spotter situated on Boyes Drive.
Boyes Drive to Boulders Penguin Colony - 27 min (14.9 km)
From Boyes Drive head towards Boulders Penguin Colony, short distance you will pass Kalk Bay Fishing Harbour stop and find out the "catch of the day". Boulders Penguin Colony is located in Simons Town, Simon’s Town is one of the most delightful little villages, Simon’s Town’s historical mile, St George’s Street, has 21 buildings over 150 years’ old and includes a local museum.The Boulders Penguin Colony is home to a unique and endangered land-based colony of African Penguins. This colony is one of only a few in the world, and the site has become famous and a popular international tourist destination.
Boulders Penguin Colony To The Cape of Good Hope Entrance - 18 min (10.8 km)
From this point drive towards The Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Amazing Scenic drive along steep cliffs, drive carefully. you may spot Baboons on the way. The Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve is rich in cultural and natural heritage this is one of the top tourist destinations in South Africa. Due to the variety of wildlife that occurs here it is the only section of the TMNP that is fenced and visitors should look out for Eland, Red Hartebeest, Bontebok and Zebra.
Explore The Cape Of Good Hope, Cape Point & More
Enter the nature reserve and drive towards Cape Point. Here you can have a light lunch or any refreshments. Take a walk or ride the Cape Point Funicular up to Cape Point light house. Enjoy the magnificent views. From the parking area take a short drive to The Cape Of Good Hope. Explore various circular routs spotting animals and plants. Stop at the amazing Museum on the way out. Full detailed information and maps are obtainable when entering the reserve.
Cape Of Good Hope To Chapman's Peak Drive - 1 h (43.0 km)
Exit Cape Of Good Hope reserve and travel towards Chapman's Peak Drive. On this scenic drive you will pass small villages, Misty Cliffs, Kommetjie and few others. Chapman’s Peak Drive is one of the most spectacular marine drives in the world. It is a must for anyone who is passionate about the majestic scenery of Cape Town. There are many view point stops on the way. Note the drive is a toll road, small fee.
Chapman's Peak Drive to the Look Out Deck Restaurant - 5 min (2.7 km)
Chapman's Peak Drive enters Hout Bay. from here drive to Hout Bay Harbour. Dinner Time - There are many restaurants at the harbour. One of our favourite is the Look Out Deck Hout Bay. Sitting on the spectacular wooden deck , suspended over the water, you can watch the bustling Hout Bay Harbour.
Hout Bay Harbour to Keret Accommodation - 54 min (43.7 km)
After a good dinner make your way back to Keret Accommodation. Once again Enjoy the scenic view as the road rolls along the sea. You will pass the luxurious suburbs of Camps Bay and Clifton, Cape Town Stadium and Cape Town City. Arrive at Keret Accommodation relax, enjoy the views and share the events of the day.
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