Chapman's Peak
Welcome To Chapman's Peak, Cape Town N0 1 Scenic Route:
Known as one of the best scenic routes in Cape Town and in the World, Chapman's Peak is named after John Chapman, the Captain's mate of an English ship the Consent. The peak which looms overhead was not named after a governor or brave mountaineer, but a lowly ship's pilot. It has become one of the top 10 tourist attractions in Cape Town and a must-see on a sightseeing tour to the Cape of Good Hope
Why Go?
Your Cape of Good Hope Tour known as the Cape Peninsula or Cape Point sightseeing will not be considered complete if you miss a scenic drive along this spectacular route. This is where nature comes to its best, with mountains and ocean coming together and amazing long beach, wine farms on the other side with Monkey valley holiday resort below the mountain.
Where To Go?
The route is the gateway to the most hidden gems of Cape Town, these includes but not limited to Titswalo Atlantic beach holiday resort, famous Hout Bay Harbor, amazing Noordhoek village, incredible Cape Point wine farm, Boulders beach penguin colony, and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve just to name a few.
When To Go?
Chapman's peak drive is a destination worth a visit all year round. The route gets closed by local authorities for maintenances and for the annual cycling Cape Town tour event. The local municipality always advised ahead of time online for any irregularities which will cause the route closure.
Best Time to Go: Best: Good:
- Jan
- Feb
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- May
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- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
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- Dec
Highlights:
- A small short walk to the viewing point
- Picnic area, ideal for any traveler
- Spectacular view of Hout Bay Harbour
- Spectacular view of the Long Beach
- A must-see on any Cape Point tour
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