Wine, Coast &
The Tip Of Africa.
3 days / 2 nights. Shared route. Private rooms per booking.
Travel from Cape Town through Elgin wine country and Hermanus to Cape Agulhas, then continue to a supplier-operated Gansbaai Marine Big Five safari and Stony Point penguins. Exact estates, accommodation and daily timings are confirmed in writing.
3 DAYS
2 NIGHTS
ELGIN
WINE TASTINGS
CAPE AGULHAS
SOUTHERNMOST POINT
GANSBAAI MARINE
BIG 5 + PENGUINS
Shared route. Private accommodation per booking.
Marine activity is supplier-operated; exact estates, rooms, fees and timings are confirmed before payment.
Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Tour type
Shared tour
Group size
Up to 11
Collection
Cape Town area
Confirmation
Quote + supplier check
3-day Cape Town to Cape Agulhas shared tour
Three scheduled days from Elgin wine country to Hermanus, Cape Agulhas, Gansbaai and Stony Point.
Day 1 travels from approved Cape Town collection points to selected Elgin wine estates, then follows the R44 Clarence Drive coastal route to Hermanus. Day 2 crosses the Overberg to the official southernmost point of the African continent and the historic Cape Agulhas lighthouse precinct, with an Elim or Agulhas-region tasting when it appears in the confirmed route.
Day 3 continues to Gansbaai for the independently operated Marine Big Five boat safari before visiting CapeNature’s Stony Point African penguin colony in Betty’s Bay and returning to Cape Town. The shared route is scheduled for the group, while the two nights of guesthouse accommodation remain private per booking. Exact estates, accommodation, supplier fees, daily timings and operating order are confirmed in writing.
Day 1 · Elgin & Hermanus
Shared Cape Town collection, selected Elgin wine tastings, Clarence Drive and the first confirmed guesthouse overnight in the Hermanus area.
Day 2 · Cape Agulhas
Visit Africa’s official southernmost point and the historic lighthouse precinct, with a cool-climate tasting only when it is part of the final written itinerary.
Day 3 · Gansbaai & Stony Point
A supplier-operated Marine Big Five safari is followed by the Stony Point African penguin colony before the shared return to Cape Town.
Shared Tour, Private Rooms
The route and transport are shared with confirmed guests; accommodation is private per booking, with exact properties and room arrangements confirmed in the quotation.
About the Gansbaai Marine Safari
Review the dedicated Marine Big 5 page for the supplier-operated boat experience, Dyer Island ecosystem context and natural wildlife expectations.
Want a Dedicated Hermanus Whale Cruise?
Hermanus is part of this three-day route, but a boat-based whale-watching cruise is a separate supplier experience unless specifically added and confirmed.
Want Shark Cage Diving Instead?
The standard Day 3 activity is a Marine Big Five boat safari, not shark-cage diving. Use the dedicated Gansbaai shark-cage page when cage participation is the priority.
Your journey
Experience overview
Experience the best of the Southern Cape on a shared three-day tour combining Elgin wine country, the spectacular R44 Clarence Drive coastal route, Hermanus, Cape Agulhas, a Marine Big Five safari in Gansbaai and the African penguin colony at Stony Point.
Day 1 — Cape Town, Elgin and Hermanus
Shared departure from approved Cape Town collection points. Travel to the Elgin wine region for tastings at selected estates, subject to the confirmed itinerary and estate availability. Continue along the scenic R44 Clarence Drive coastal route to Hermanus. Check into selected guesthouse accommodation and enjoy time in the coastal town before the first overnight stay.
Day 2 — Cape Agulhas and the Southernmost Tip of Africa
Travel through the Overberg to Cape Agulhas. Visit the official southernmost point of the African continent and explore the historic lighthouse precinct and rugged coastline. A wine tasting in the Elim or surrounding Agulhas wine region may be included according to the final route and supplier availability. Overnight in the Cape Agulhas or Hermanus area, with the accommodation plan confirmed in the quotation.
Day 3 — Gansbaai Marine Big Five Safari and Stony Point Penguins
Travel to Gansbaai for a Marine Big Five boat safari operated by an independent marine-tour provider. The excursion is subject to suitable weather, sea conditions and supplier confirmation, and wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Afterwards, visit the African penguin colony at Stony Point in Betty’s Bay before returning to Cape Town along the coastal route.
This is a shared group tour with a scheduled route. Accommodation is private per booking. Exact estate selections, accommodation properties, daily timings and operating order are confirmed in writing before departure and may be adjusted for weather, road conditions, seasonal opening times and supplier availability.
Ideal for
Guests seeking a shared three-day Southern Cape journey combining wine tasting, scenic coastal travel, Cape Agulhas, marine wildlife and African penguins.
Typical itinerary
Subject to availability, weather, supplier arrangements and guest preferences.
Shared collection from approved Cape Town pickup points and travel to the Elgin wine region for tastings at selected estates.
Continue along the scenic R44 Clarence Drive coastal route to Hermanus and explore the coastal town.
Overnight in a selected guesthouse in the Hermanus area, as confirmed in the quotation.
Travel through the Overberg to Cape Agulhas and visit the official southernmost point of the African continent.
Explore the historic Cape Agulhas lighthouse precinct and rugged southern coastline.
Enjoy a tasting in the Elim or surrounding Agulhas wine region when included in the confirmed itinerary.
Overnight in the Cape Agulhas or Hermanus area, depending on the confirmed accommodation plan.
Travel to Gansbaai for a weather-dependent Marine Big Five boat safari operated by an independent marine-tour provider.
Visit the Stony Point African penguin colony in Betty’s Bay before returning to Cape Town along Clarence Drive.
Shared return to Cape Town accommodation. All times are approximate and subject to traffic, weather, guest pace and supplier availability.
Route notes
Cape Town → Elgin wine region → R44 Clarence Drive → Hermanus → Cape Agulhas official southernmost point and lighthouse precinct → supplier-operated Gansbaai Marine Big Five safari → Stony Point African penguin colony → shared return to Cape Town.
Included
- Shared Cape Town collection and scheduled transport for the confirmed three-day route
- Professional registered guide or approved Along the Shaws guide
- Two nights’ selected guesthouse accommodation as confirmed in the accepted quotation
- Selected wine tastings only where expressly listed in the accepted quotation and final written itinerary
- Supplier-operated Gansbaai Marine Big Five safari where expressly confirmed, subject to weather, sea conditions and supplier operation
- Cape Agulhas official southernmost-point and historic lighthouse-precinct visit
- Stony Point African penguin-colony visit; conservation fee included only when expressly listed in the accepted quotation
- Activities and supplier fees specifically listed in the accepted quotation
Not included
- Meals and beverages unless specifically stated in the quotation
- Additional wine tastings, bottles and personal purchases
- Optional activities and upgrades
- Gratuities
- Flights and unrelated accommodation
- Travel insurance and personal insurance
Fee information
Tasting fees: Wine tastings form part of the route where they are listed in the accepted quotation and final written itinerary. Exact estates, tasting formats and supplier fees remain subject to availability; additional tastings, bottles and personal purchases are separate unless expressly confirmed.
Entrance fees: The route includes Cape Agulhas, the supplier-operated Gansbaai Marine Big Five safari and Stony Point Nature Reserve. Any SANParks, CapeNature, marine-operator or other supplier admission or conservation fee is included only when expressly listed in the accepted quotation. Optional attractions and upgrades remain separate.
Meals: Meals and beverages are not included unless specifically stated in the personalised quotation or accommodation arrangement. Suitable restaurant stops can be recommended and arranged along the route.
Important information
Weather-dependent — Donovan will advise on adjustments.
What to wear: Bring comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing, a warm windproof jacket, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a camera and any preferred motion-sickness medication. Coastal and open-water conditions can change quickly.
Weather alternative: The Marine Big Five safari is subject to suitable weather and sea conditions. If the marine operator delays or cancels the excursion for safety reasons, Donovan will discuss a suitable alternative, rescheduling option or itinerary adjustment while preserving the overall character of the journey.
Dietary: Dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.
Booking notice: Please book at least 7 days in advance
Cancellation: Cancellation and rescheduling are governed by the current published Along the Shaws Booking Terms together with any supplier-specific conditions disclosed before payment. Cancellation charges are assessed reasonably case by case; non-refundable supplier costs may apply at any stage.
Book your journey
Select your guests and preferred date so Donovan can check supplier availability and prepare your personalised quotation.
Pricing
Price on requestDonovan will prepare a personalised quote based on your dates and group.
Pricing is quotation-based and depends on group size, accommodation preferences and seasonal availability.
Contact Donovan for a personalised quote.
Travellers
Adult
Age 13+ · quote
Child
Age 4–12 · confirm eligibility
Infant
Age 0–3 · confirm eligibility
Select your preferred date
October 2026
3 days / 2 nights
This journey requires a personalised quotation and is subject to supplier availability, weather or operational confirmation. Your enquiry does not reserve a place or confirm a booking. Donovan will confirm the final price, exact inclusions and arrangements in writing.
