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2 days
346 km
- Swap city streets for one of the Cape’s most scenic coastal drives as you journey from Cape Town to Gansbaai.
- This route combines mountain passes, dramatic ocean views, and charming coastal stops along the way.
- Perfect for travellers keen on marine encounters, it takes you past penguin colonies, whale-watching cliffs, and finally to the shark-cage diving hub of South Africa.
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| Activities | Kms | Stay | |
| Day 1 | Kick things off early — aim to leave around 08:00 sharp. Grab a quick breakfast and get ready for a drive that winds from city roads into pure coastal bliss. For a scenic route, use the Clarence Drive route and head through Gordon’s Bay for scenic mountain and ocean views. | 55 | Gordon's Bay |
| Day 1 | Your first stop is a hidden gem: the Stony Point Penguin Colony in Betty’s Bay. Unlike the busier Boulders Beach, this spot is quieter and offers a wooden boardwalk that takes you right into the heart of the penguins’ natural habitat. | 34 | Stony Point Penguin's Colony |
| Day 1 | Next up is Hermanus, a town that has made a name for itself as the whale-watching capital of South Africa. Even if it’s not whale season (June–November), it’s a fantastic place for a coffee break or early lunch. | 54 | Hermanus |
| Day 1 | Your final destination is The Great White House in Gansbaai. This little fishing town has a big reputation: it’s known worldwide for shark cage diving and marine safaris. Arrive by mid-afternoon, check in, and gear up for an adventure on the water. Stay here for one night | 40 | Gansbaai |
| Day 2 | After your marine Big Five safari, pack up and take the scenic route back to Cape Town! | 163 | Cape Town |
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