Boulders Beach Penguin Encounter Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Swim with African penguins at Boulders Beach
- Explore Simon's Town harbor
- Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve
- See Cape of Good Hope's rugged coastline
- Enjoy panoramic views from Cape Point
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Cape Town
- Guided tour of Boulders Beach
- Swimming with African penguins experience
- Meals and beverages
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
- Swimming with penguins is optional; viewing from the beach is also available.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately.
Know before you go
- Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the nature reserve.
- A hat and sunglasses are recommended for sun protection.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Items of personal nature, i.e.: Sun hats, peak caps, refreshments, beach slippers, etc.
Traveler reviews
have a very good day from Cape town to Cape of hope
very good trip from cape town to cape of hope and come back. Very good atmosphera, the guide was magnific. Highly recommended. The best the lunch¡¡¡
Excellent and good value.
Our tour leader was. Gift made the day most enjoyable, even though we started little late. He provided very good information. He even organized the group lunch and kept all of us together. He has promptly responded to our queries. All the best to Gift.
Cutest Experience Ever! Watching Penguins in Paradise ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Boulders Beach is an absolute dream come true. Getting to see the African penguin colony up close in their natural habitat is something I will never forget. The boardwalks are incredibly well-laid-out, allowing you to watch them waddling on the sand, nesting, and diving into the crystal-clear turquoise water without disturbing them. The scenery itself is gorgeous—massive granite boulders framing beautiful, sheltered white-sand bays. It does get busy, but the sheer joy of watching these amazing creatures makes it worth every single second. The staff are dedicated to conservation, and the whole area is clean and safe. A magical experience for travelers of all ages!
An Unforgettable Day
We had a private full day tour of the Cape, including Boulders Beach and the Cape of Good Hope. It was an unforgettable day and Mena was a wonderful guide! His knowledge of the history of this area and his life experiences made this especially great.
Fabulous!
We did Half Day Boulders Beach/Penguins and Cape Point with Clement. It was fab! Clement was brilliant with my neurodivergent/ADHD 11 year old son and he even arranged mountain zebras!!!