Cape of Good Hope & Penguins: Epic Coastal Adventure!

The tour was lovely and Leon (or driver and guide) was INCREDIBLE! However: I booked this tour in Spanish and it was clearly stated on my confirmation, yet it was completely in English. It was fine for me, but my companion struggled and it dampened completely his experience. Not sure why it’s offered if it’s not delivered; I brought it up with Leticia when I was asked how it went and not a single apology nor explanation. If it wasn’t for Leon, the review would have been a 1 star!

I just came back from the tour, and Laetitia and Jeff, our tour operators, were absolutely fantastic! I booked an hour before the start of today's excursion and Laetitia was able to accommodate my impromptu request. Glorious Cape Tours made the day unforgettable with their warmth, patience, and incredible support. Jeff’s knowledge about every stop, from the stunning Cape of Good Hope to the adorable penguins at Boulders Beach, was amazing, he shared fun facts that kept us engaged and was so patient when we needed extra time or had questions. Jeff’s humor and chill vibe made the scenic Chapman’s Peak drive a blast, and he was always ready to help with photos or answer questions, never rushing anyone. He ensured everyone felt included and cared for, creating a warm, welcoming vibe. The itinerary was packed with highlights, and Glorious Cape Tours made each one special. The Table Mountain cable car ride was a highlight, with breathtaking views of Cape Town, and we were guided through it with ease, especially for those nervous about the ride. Stops at Maiden’s Cove for coastal views and the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood were just as memorable, with their tips on the best photo spots. At Boulders Beach, watching the penguins was a joy, and their suggestions made it even better. This tour is a must-do. Book with them for an incredible Cape Town adventure!

Our guide Jeff takes us brilliantly through the history of South Africa, backed up by historical dates. Starting from the indigenous population to how the ethnic groups were formed. He told us about the mixture of Portuguese German, French, European, Dutch, and British populations separated into certain territorial parts as a result of their colonization of african territories. The Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama, who reached the Cape of Good Hope and discovered the sea route to India. Jan van Riebeeck a Dutch explorer and merchant who played a significant role in the colonization of the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. He joined the Dutch East India Company, or the VOC, in 1639, the VOC was one of the most powerful trading companies in the world at the time, with the monopoly on Dutch trade in Asia.The Cape of Good Hope was seen as an ideal location for the halfway station of Voc ships traveling between Europe and Asia. The Cape provided fresh water, meat and vegetables for the crews, as well as a place to rest and repair their ships. In 1651, Jan van Rebeck was appointed as a commander of the VOC Cape Colony. He arrived at the Cape in 1652 with three ships , which included soldiers, sailors, and farmers. The Cape Colony was established on a piece of land that was originally inhabited by the indigenous KhoiKhoi people. Van riebeck's main objective was to establish a permanent settlement at the cape that could provide fresh produce and water for the VOC ships. He also wanted to establish trade relations with the Khoi, Khoi people, who were nomadic herders and hunters. Despite these challenges, the Cape Colony grew and prospered under van rubies leadership. He introduced new crops such as grapes and wheat and established a system of irrigation to help them grow. There is no division of entosi here. Everyone has the right to marry whoever they want.Here, mixing races is permissible and their descendants will be defined as Afrikaners. If you want to learn about the history of the first people and the indigenous population and many more historical events regarding Cape Town and the formation of South Africa and see all this beauty of oceans and incredible nature in one place and I am sure you will be fascinated. Thank you for this wonderful trip Jeff!

It gives a wonderful view of Cape Town and surrounding communities. We went to the Cape and experienced wild animals and remarkable views. We visited beaches and Bo Kaap. Loved the penguins!A very full day. Dona was very knowledgeable and can speak French and English.

The penguins are a must see, and the seal boat ride was also great. Armani was a good guide, answered questions well and gave us some important context. We had a bit of time to walk around some small beach neighborhoods. Those and the cape were fine but nothing special. Should be noted we didn't get home till 6pm. Would recommend getting a reservation for lunch next time to speed things up. Overall would recommend.

1. Driver was friendly but drove way to fast. We were in the back set of seats and we were dangerously being thrown around due to his jack rabbit starts and stops. 2. Driver talked way to fast and hard to understand. 3. We were not informed as to the park entrance fees of $36 per person! Way to high for what we got. 4. Driver reccomended a restaurant for lunch and it was a disaster for all 9 people in our group. 5. Double up on 2 separate tours (table mountain and cape of good hope Does Not work although the driver did his best to accommodate those who were supposed to visit table mountain. This is viator's mistake, not the drivers. 6. Driver was very pleasant but it was a bad day all around.

Leticia was the best guide I have ever had. We gained knowledge not only about the places we visit, but also about South Africa in general. She engaged all group members in the discussion, which was very nice. We got lots of recommendations for restaurants and other places to visit in Cape Town. If I ever return to Cape Town, I will definitely take another tour with Leticia.

Fantastic experience! Latisha was an incredible guide educating us on Cape Town and South Africa! Gave us some great food recommendations too! The stops were beautiful and we really enjoyed the boat out to the seal colony, seeing the penguins at Boulder beach and hiking from Cape of Good Hope up to Cape Point!

Had a wonderful trip for our annivesary in Cape Town and also had a full day tour with our tour guide Leticia for a day which make our trip even better. She very infomative and super friendly. Tell us about the history of the locations that we heading and more. 10/10 5star experience. From Singapore.

My mom and I had a great day in Cape Town thanks to our amazing guide - Leticia! She's knowledgeable and energetic, always sharing with us something about South Africa. She's a great photographer as well! Will definitely recommend!