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Chapman's Peak Drive, Cape Town

4.8
#2 of 16 in Scenic Drive in Western Cape
Scenic Drive · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
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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FROM $109 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cape of Good Hope-Cape Point & Penguins Private Tour from Cape Town
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FROM $42 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cape of Good Hope & Penguins Small Group Tour from Cape Town
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FROM $106 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cape Town Super Saver: Cape Point Highlights Tour plus Wine Tasting in Stellenbosch
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  • By abkarolia
    The Chapmans Peak Drive is one of the most amazing and panoramic that one will experience. Every turn is magnificent and amazing, and indescribably beautiful. Nature at it's most majestic. There is....  more »
  • By holidayRH
    Adrenaline rush of the jaw dropping views on the famous Chapman's peak pass from Hermanus towards Cape town on M6 motorway. The heights and wonderful views leave you mesmerized by the sea, mountain.....  more »
  • By Stevetarn2014
    The views along this drive are breathtaking, every turn of the coastal road revealing yet another spectacular view, a must do when in Cape Town.  more »
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  • By Nadeem Van Wyk
    Beautiful scenery, a Capetown trip has to include a visit here
  • By Donovan Booysen
    Wow,something out of this world,amazing 👏
  • By Bianca Keeve
    What a view!!
  • By Nicole Hendricks
    a scenic drive with awesome spots to pull over and just take in these beautiful views
  • By Miles Praza
    Amazing. A marvel to see!
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