This Cape Peninsula hiking tour consists of two hiking adventures, the Chapman’s Peak hiking trail and the Cape Point circular hike. The hiking tour showcases the Cape’s beautiful coastline, with magnificent views over the mountain ranges and ocean.
Time: 8 hours
Distance: 7 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Terrain: Single rocky track, stone steps, steep sections

Route Description
Chapman's Peak is known as one of the most beautiful lookout spots in Cape Town, famous for its views over Hout Bay valley and its backdrop of exquisite mountains protruding out of the bay. This hike takes you to the best vantage point on offer.
The route has mixed terrain, starting with some large rock like stairs before leading into a single rock path. There are some steep sections towards the summit, but generally the hike is not too strenuous, giving you every opportunity to take in the surroundings. Hiking Chapman's Peak is a unique experience. The route displays an abundance of flora, and once you reach the top, you will be rewarded with 360 degree views showcasing the magnificent mountain range of the Cape Peninsula and its surrounding coastline. The hike takes about 2 hours, up and down. Next, we drive along the country's most beautiful coastline to Cape Point.
Once we reach Cape Point, we park the car and set off on a 2 hour circular hike around Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Cape Point hikes are not too strenuous, although there are some steeper sections and some stairs at the start. The Cape Point hike takes us along more level terrain along the rugged coastline, and to the peaks that stand as vantage points. You can expect to see plenty of wildlife, such as zebra, bontebok, baboons, and ostrich, as we hike through the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Cape Point is known for its flora, wildlife, and untouched white sandy beaches, and many say it is single handedly the country's most scenic location. The views throughout are incredible, and the lookout spots and photo locations are endless. It's common to spot whales in the ocean from June to December.
The circular hike brings us back to where we began, and we then make our way back to Cape Town. A visit to Boulders Beach can be added on request.
Hike Itinerary
Start: 06h30 – 07h30
- This tour picks you up at your pick up point at 06h30 to 07h30
- 30 minute coastal drive along the Atlantic Seaboard and 12 Apostles
- Arrive at the start of the Chapman’s Peak hiking trail
- The Chapman’s Peak hike takes approximately 2 hours
- Scenic drive to Cape Point
- Begin our Cape Point hike
- The Cape Point hike takes approximately 3 hours
Finish: 15h00 – 16h00
- Our tour will drop you back at your drop off point at 15h00
- The duration from pick up is approximately 8 hours in total
Highlights
- Two iconic hikes in one tour, Chapman’s Peak and the Cape Point circular hike.
- Panoramic views over Hout Bay and the surrounding mountain range from Chapman’s Peak.
- Scenic coastal drive along one of the country’s most beautiful routes.
- Explore the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Spot wildlife including zebra, bontebok, baboons, and ostrich.
- Whale watching opportunities along the coastline from June to December.
Meeting
A guide will collect you at your accommodation on the morning of the tour.
Includes
- Transport
- Hiking guide
- National park entry fees
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Group Hike
Open for anyone to join, group sizes stay small, but vary from day to day. We try to match hikers with similar fitness levels, though this isn’t always achievable, so fitness levels within a group can vary at times.
| Price | $ 118per person |
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Private Hike
On private hikes you will have a more personalized experience with you own hiking guide. On private hikes you can set your own pace.
| Price | $ 118per person |
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