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Day Trips from Cape Town

Our pick: Cape Town: Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Day Trip — US$ 66 (10h, 4.74★ · 2,360). Best value: Cape Town: Cape Point & Boulders Beach Day Trip by Coach — US$ 31 (8h, 4.73★ · 93).

4.8 12 experiences from US$ 31 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Our pick
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Day Trip
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Best value
Cape Town: Cape Point & Boulders Beach Day Trip by Coach
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✓ 2026-09-29
OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Cape Town: Cape Point & Boulders Beach Day Trip by CoachBest valueUS$ 31 p.p.
US$ 31
8h4.73★ · 93free+US$ 47 on site
Cape Town: Cape of Good Hope, Penguins & Seal Island Day TripTop ratedUS$ 47 p.p.
US$ 47
9h4.93★ · 179free—
Cape Town: Boulders Beach Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Day TripUS$ 53 p.p.
US$ 53
9h4.84★ · 50free+US$ 88 on site
Somerset West Cheetah Encounter & Gordon's Bay Beach Day TripUS$ 58 p.p.
US$ 58
5h4.66★ · 123free—
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Day TripOur pickUS$ 66 p.p.
US$ 66
10h4.74★ · 2,360free+US$ 129 on site
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins Day TripUS$ 66 p.p.
US$ 66
9h 30m4.91★ · 319free+US$ 76 on site
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins Day TripUS$ 70 p.p.
US$ 70
10h4.92★ · 90free+US$ 21 on site
Cape Town to Hermanus: Whale Watching, Wine & Farm Stall Day TripUS$ 75 p.p.
US$ 75
10h4.89★ · 177free—
Boulders Beach & Cape Point day trip Cape Town: Penguins without the queueUS$ 140 p.p.
US$ 140
5h4.43★ only 7 reviewsfree—
Cape Peninsula Private Day Trip & Penguins from Cape TownUS$ 172 p.p.
US$ 172
5h–8h5.00★ · 27free—
Big Five Safari and Wine Tasting from Cape Town - One DayUS$ 187 p.p.
US$ 187
10h4.79★ · 636free+US$ 148 on site
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Private Day TripUS$ 197 p.p.
US$ 197
8h4.88★ · 521free+US$ 119 on site

Real price per person across the 12 options: US$ 31–US$ 197 (median US$ 66). With an extra fee to pay on site: 7 of 12. With 100+ reviews: 7 of 12.

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Somerset West Cheetah Encounter & Gordon's Bay Beach Day Trip
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Somerset West Cheetah Encounter & Gordon's Bay Beach Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.66 (123)5hYou’ll start your day face-to-face with cheetahs in Somerset West—soft fur, real stories from local guides—then head to Gordon’s Bay for lunch by the sea and end with warm swims at Strand Beach. Expect small surprises: salty air, laughter from locals, maybe even an ice lolly on the sand.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 58View ›
Boulders Beach & Cape Point day trip Cape Town: Penguins without the queue
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Boulders Beach & Cape Point day trip Cape Town: Penguins without the queue★★★★★★★★★★ 4.43 (7)5hYou're driven past Cape Town's coastal neighborhoods and through Hout Bay, then along the cliffs of Chapman's Peak to Cape Point, where entry is included. A stop at Cape of Good Hope follows, then Boulders Beach to see African penguins (entry separate). The route passes through Simonstown on the return to your hotel. The whole day takes four to five hours and suits travelers who want the peninsula's highlights without driving themselves.Is it for me?Right for travelers with a free afternoon or morning who want to see the Cape Peninsula's main sights—penguins, lighthouses, the two oceans—without renting a car or navigating the coastal roads themselves. The fixed route and included entries mean you're not deciding what to do or paying separately for each stop.Free cancellationKids −50%fromUS$ 140View ›
Cape Peninsula Private Day Trip & Penguins from Cape Town
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Cape Peninsula Private Day Trip & Penguins from Cape Town★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (27)5h–8hThis is your chance to spot wild baboons at Cape Point, drive Chapman’s Peak’s dramatic curves, walk beside penguins at Boulders Beach, and taste fresh seafood in Simonstown—all with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story along the way.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 172View ›

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Big Five Safari and Wine Tasting from Cape Town - One Day
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Big Five Safari and Wine Tasting from Cape Town - One Day★★★★★★★★★★ 4.79 (636)10hA full-day guided tour from Cape Town that pairs Breede River Valley wine tasting and mountain scenery with a Big Five safari at Aquila game reserve. The day includes hotel pickup and dropoff, a professional guide, transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, wine tasting at Du Toitskloof Wines, lunch and a 2–3 hour game drive at the reserve. Game park entry is paid separately and includes a welcome drink and access to see lions, elephants, buffalo, leopard and rhino on the same afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want wine tasting and a Big Five safari in one day with a guide managing the route and timing, rather than piecing together separate experiences.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −36%fromUS$ 187View ›
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins Day Trip
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Cape Town: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (319)9h 30mYou’ll wander Bo-Kaap’s bright streets, ride up Table Mountain by cable car (ticket not included), watch penguins at Boulders Beach, and stand where two oceans meet at Cape Point—all with a local guide and hotel pickup. Expect laughter, wind-tangled hair, maybe even a penguin encounter you’ll remember long after you’ve left Cape Town behind.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 66View ›
Cape Town to Hermanus: Whale Watching, Wine & Farm Stall Day Trip
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Cape Town to Hermanus: Whale Watching, Wine & Farm Stall Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (177)10hYou’ll ride along one of South Africa’s most beautiful coasts from Cape Town to Hermanus with a local guide, watch for Southern Right whales from cliffside paths or even by boat during season, sample wines in Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, and snack your way through Peregrine Farm Stall’s shelves of fresh-baked treats—all in one easygoing day.Free cancellationKids −31%fromUS$ 75View ›
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins Day Trip
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Cape Town: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (90)10hYou’ll ride the Table Mountain cable car for sweeping views over Cape Town, watch penguins shuffle across Boulders Beach sand, and feel sea spray along Chapman’s Peak Drive. With a local guide sharing stories (and jokes), hotel pickup included, and time to explore colorful neighborhoods or just breathe salty air—you’ll leave with more than photos.Free cancellationfromUS$ 70View ›
Cape Town: Boulders Beach Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Day Trip
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Cape Town: Boulders Beach Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (50)9hYou get picked up from your hotel and spend the day moving along the Cape Peninsula—colorful Bo-Kaap streets, dramatic coastal drives, Seal Island views from Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak's panoramic stops, Simon's Town's naval history, the penguin boardwalk at Boulders Beach, and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve where two ocean currents meet. Water and toll fees are covered, the vehicle is air-conditioned, and you're back at your accommodation by evening.Is it for me?Pick this if you want the Cape Peninsula's main landmarks in one day without arranging your own transport, entry fees, and timing—the fixed route and included pickups mean you show up at your hotel and the logistics are handled.Free cancellationKids −41%fromUS$ 53View ›
Cape Town: Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Private Day Trip
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Cape Town: Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Private Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (521)8hYou’ll start your day with Cape Town’s city buzz and colorful Bo-Kaap streets before riding up Table Mountain by cable car for wild views. Watch penguins shuffle along Boulders Beach and eat fresh fish by the sea. At Cape Point, feel wind on your face where two oceans meet—all with easy hotel pickup and a guide who makes it feel personal.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −27%fromUS$ 197View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 12 of the 12 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Cape Town: Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Day Trip is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.74 out of 5 across 2,360 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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