Boulders Beach Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Boulders Beach in 2024?

Boulders Beach tickets are typically ZAR 190 for adults and ZAR 95 for children aged 2–11. South African citizens usually have special discounts, with typical ticket prices being ZAR 45 for adults and ZAR 25 for children. These rates go towards conservation fees at Boulders Beach.

Q: What makes Boulders Beach famous?

Boulders Beach is famous for its colony of African penguins, which settled on the beach in the 1980s and has been there ever since. Visitors flock to see these adorable creatures up close in their natural habitat, making Boulders Beach a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts and families alike.

Q: How can I get to Boulders Beach from Cape Town city center?

The easiest way to get to Boulders Beach from Cape Town city center is to drive or get a taxi—the journey takes around 45–60 minutes, and you can follow a scenic route into Simon’s Town. Alternatively, you could get a train to Simon’s Town via Fish Hoek, then get a bus or taxi.

Q: Are there guided tours available at Boulders Beach?

Yes, many travelers choose to go on a guided tour to Boulders Beach. These tours typically start in Cape Town and include transportation to the beach. As well as offering the chance to see the penguins, many tours fit in other local highlights, such as Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope.

Q: What is the best time of day to visit Boulders Beach?

The best time of day to visit Boulders Beach is early in the morning or late in the afternoon, as near to closing time as possible. During these times, the crowds are smaller and the penguins are most active, so you have a better chance of taking great photos.

Q: Are there any rules or guidelines for interacting with the penguins?

Yes, visitors are required to keep their distance and to not touch or feed the penguins. This message should be particularly enforced to children as the penguins have razor-sharp beaks. It’s also recommended to stay on the boardwalk and not get too close to the animals.

Q: Are there facilities like restrooms and cafés available at Boulders Beach?

Yes, there are restrooms available at Boulders Beach, as well as outdoor showers in case you decide to take a swim. While there are no cafés directly on the beach near the penguins, there are restaurants close by such as the appropriately-named The Peckish Penguin and Seaforth Restaurant.

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Puvesh_N, Dec 2025

Guide Candy and Driver Zain,best combo

The guide are knowledgeable and make it a fun and educational experience. Safety and your wellbeing is considered at all times.

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Jade_H, Dec 2025

Top sites covered in the Cape

Great private trip with two optional pick up times available. Vehicles are super clean. Jean was a great guide who drove carefully, and was a great guide for the day. Lots to see and learn about. This trip covers quite a bit within the full day. I would highly recommend.

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Kirsty_D, Mar 2026

Japhet is a superstar

Absolutely fantastic trip and well worth the money, Japhet was our guide and he was so friendly and very knowledgeable. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Would’ve liked a little longer at Boulders Beach but we enjoyed every minute!

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Magnus_L, Apr 2026

Great value

Great value! The tour was a well spend half day and the guide was excellent. Sufficient if you want a flavour of the surroundings of Cape Town has to offer.

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Claire_R, Apr 2026

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The guide was very knowledgable and offered us a brief stop for lunch. Cape of Good Hope and seeing the penguins a truly exceptional experience. We booked a half day tour. We were picked up at 8.50 at our hotel and did not return until nearly 5pm. Beware if you are in a rush and hoping to return to Cape Town for the afternoon.

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Sayaam_K, Apr 2026

An Incredible Crash Course of Cape Town

Had an incredible time and the itinerary was very comprehensive. Jean was incredible and really informative. I got to see so much of the beauty Cape Town has to offer in a day. Only thing I was slightly confused by was the memorialization of Cecil Rhodes, a brutal colonialist.

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Know before you go

The entrance fee for the boardwalk goes toward conservation efforts.
It’s prohibited to touch, feed, or interact with the penguins, although the boardwalks will take you close enough to get some great photos.
Parking at the beach is limited, especially in peak season (December–January), so arrive early to secure a spot.
The boardwalk is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

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