Led by a professional nature guide, enjoy this personalized bicycle tour of South Africa's Cape Peninsula. Visit a penguin colony and picnic on the beach. See the historical sites and learn about Cape Peninsula's past and present.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 9 hours
- Starting time 8:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Afrikaans
- Pickup included
- Pick-up from your accommodation in Cape Town.
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Explore the Cape Peninsula by bike in 1 day
- Kayak to see penguins or attend the bicycle township tour in Masiphumelelele
- Cycle to the most South Western Point of Africa, the Cape of Good Hope
Full description
This 9-hour bicycle tour is the perfect way to view the Cape Peninsula in just 1 day. This tour boasts a varied itinerary and is led by a qualified tour guide. In small groups of from 2 -20 people, discover the stories, facts and history of this idyllic area. Guests are met by the tour guide at their hotel in Cape Town.
You will travel to the Cape Peninsula National Park. On the way you will see African penguins at the Boulders Beach colony. There is also the option for a kayaking trip to see the penguins up close. If you choose to do so, you will leave from Simon’s Town Waterfront and paddle out to Boulder’s Beach. If the tide is right you may be able to stop on the beach for a swim, otherwise you can swim from the kayaks.
Once in the reserve, you have the choice of doing a 25 – 60 km bike ride along the peaceful roads leading to the Cape of Good Hope. From here you can enjoy a leisurely hike to Cape Point. Your guide will introduce you to the diverse fauna and flora of this region - the Cape Floral Kingdom. You will return to Cape Town along the Atlantic coast via Chapman’s Peak, Hout Bay and Llandudno, where your guide will show you the important historical sites and inform you of their history.
Includes
- Transport to and from accommodation
- FGASA qualified Nature Guide
- Mountain Bike with front suspension
- Entrance fees to Cape Point and Boulders Beach
- Meal at restaurant
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sun hat
- Comfortable clothes
Not allowed
- Pets
