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Chapman's Peak Drive, Cape Town

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Explore the natural scenery between two oceans by navigating Chapman's Peak Drive. Connecting Hout Bay to Noordhoek, the 9 km (5.6 mi) winding route offers many remarkable vantage points from which you can see dolphins and whales in the sea below. Regarded as an engineering marvel, the route often hosts mass-participation races and marathons. Besides exploring the surrounding natural landmarks via vehicle, you can also go on a hike to uncover vistas rarely seen from behind the steering wheel. Using our international travel planner, Cape Town attractions like Chapman's Peak Drive can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.

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Duration: 8 to 10 hours

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Duration: 8 hours

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Duration: 8 to 9 hours

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FROM $47 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Tour: Chapman's Peak, Cape Point and Penguins at Boulders Beach Small Group Tour: Chapman's Peak, Cape Point and Penguins at Boulders Beach

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Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes

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By Anne S

If you’re driving from Cape Town down to the Cape itself this is worth doing. It’s very scenic with lots of photo opportunities. There were lots of cyclists the day we went.

If you’re driving from Cape Town down to the Cape itself this is worth doing. It’s very scenic with lots of photo opportunities. There were lots of cyclists the day we went. more »
By Debra R

This is such a spectacular drive, certainly deserving its rating as one of the most beautiful scenic drives in the world. Gorgeous beaches, stunning panoramas around every turn. Lots of turns and...

This is such a spectacular drive, certainly deserving its rating as one of the most beautiful scenic drives in the world. Gorgeous beaches, stunning panoramas around every turn. Lots of turns and... more »

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