Simonstown Sea Kayak Tours - see Penguins and Whales paddling in False Bay, Cape Town.

To book call 082 501 8930 or email or

Looking for something different to do in Cape Town? Paddle the warm waters of False Bay with us and we'll show you some amazing things. We offer a variety of trips from the sedate to the adventurous but our most popular trip is to visit the penguins at Boulders Beach.

Professionally guided Sea Kayak Paddles every day throughout the year, weather permitting.

Our kayaks are designed for maximum stability in all conditions.

No experience is necessary and it's no more taxing than hiking up a hill.

Age is no barrier - anyone with full mobility from 10 upwards can do it.

All trips are led by knowledgable and experienced professional guides.

Here's a little known fact - Winter is the BEST time of the year to paddle. Why?
Because winter has more beautiful windless days than summer and on those days it is absolutely beautiful.
Plus there is always a chance of seeing whales.

WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING TRIPS:

Penguin Sea Kayak Trip

R250 per person

One of the most unique places in the world - a penguin colony in suburban Cape Town! And the best way to see it is from the water. We leave from Simon's Town Waterfront and paddle past the civilian and Naval Harbour and out to Boulder's Beach. After visiting the penguins we stop on a lovely semi-private beach for refreshments, swimming and snorkelling (we provide the snorkels and bottled drinking water.)
Our double kayaks are very stable and perfect for those with no paddling experience. By far our most popular trip.
During the whale season from August to October there is a good chance of seeing whales as well.
Read an article about seeing whales when paddling here.
Occasionally we get really lucky and this is the result.
dolpins and kayaks

Trips leave every day at 9.30am. Duration 2 to 2.5 hours.

Pictures and comments
from the Penguin Trip

Video of the Trip

Info on Penguins

Map and Directions

Frequently Asked Questions

To book:
call 082 501 8930 or email or

Check out what the newspapers and magazines have had to say about our penguin trip
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Cape Point Sea Kayak Trip

R850 per person

Paddle in the vicinity of this, the fairest Cape. View the dramatic Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope, the most south-westerly point of the African continent, as it was seen by thousands of sailors throughout history - from the sea. We will often spot a whale or some dolphins, all seeking the protection of False Bay. This trip is aimed at the fit and energetic - experience is not essential. There is also the option of transiting around Cape Point, the Cape of Storms, and the Cape of Good Hope - one of the Everests of the world's oceans. The paddle starts and ends in the Cape Point Reserve at Buffels Bay.

Trip includes Park entry fees, refreshments and lunch.
Trip starts 9am. Duration 4 to 6 hours.
Not normally available in December/January holiday season.

Cape Point at its very best seen from a kayak

Pictures from
the Cape Point Trip

To book call 082 501 8930 or email

What to wear when going sea kayaking: Shorts or a swimming costume, T-shirt, hat and sandals (preferably not flip-flops). Sunglasses and suncream recommended. You will probably get splashed so always bring a towel and a change of clothes for afterwards.

Need to buy a kayak or any accessories? Visit our
"paddlers.co.za"
shop in Simon's Town

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