Chapman's Peak Drive, Cape Town: Address, Phone Number, Chapman's Peak Drive Reviews: 5/5
Chapman's Peak Drive
Chapman's Peak Drive
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Chapman’s Peak Drive toll road winds its way between Noordhoek and Hout Bay on the Atlantic Coast on the south-western tip of South Africa. Chapman’s Peak Drive is one of the most spectacular marine drives in the world. Chapman’s Peak Drive is affectionately known as #Chappies.
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SamanthaNaidoo
Pretoria, South Africa176 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
Weather permitting you are able to drive right through Chaplin’s Peak and admire the amazing views from the designated look out points. Pay R54 per entry and exit. Drive slowly as single steep roads. Wind is heavy and car can swerve. Very safe.
Definitely one of South Africa’s gems and a must see. Suitable for all ages.
Definitely one of South Africa’s gems and a must see. Suitable for all ages.
Written 16 December 2021
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Steven W
2 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
Beatification at its best. Lovely hike and possibly the nicest stretch of road on the planet. A must see if you in Cape Town. Also great picnic spots and awesome sunsets.
Written 14 November 2021
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Oliver S
Ontario, Canada4 contributions
Feb 2021
Most incredible views. The drive around the mountain and its curves are spectular. Lots of viewing spots from different angles. Absolutely stunning in every way.
Written 19 August 2021
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Xavier S
Canada6 contributions
Dec 2020
This was one of the most beautiful roads we have ever seen. Watching the view of the ocean as the tides sculpt the beauty of the land and water was just so mouthwatering. You can stop at any of the many viewpoints and just have an incredible family picnic time if your guide will allow you to of course. There are a few sandy beaches along the way as well if you need to stretch some muscles and just enjoy the fresh breeze this city has to offer before continuing. Even the properties on this drive were just so amazing to stare and dream upon lol. A sunny day is basically all you need to make this drive the most incredible 1. A splendor day filled with memories that will never fade.
Written 2 August 2021
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Dirmu G
Eversdal, South Africa2Â 364 contributions
May 2021 • Friends
So thankful for all the viewpoints on route. We had to stop several times to appreciate the scenery. Next time.e we will pack a picnic as there are several spots with tables & chairs. The sea and mountain sides are both spectacular.
Written 23 May 2021
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Martin D
Loughborough, UK55 contributions
Apr 2021
A treat from start to finish. This drive is approximately 7-8km and has plenty of stops along it's route for site seeing, picnicking and picture taking. Go slow and enjoy the experience!
Written 20 May 2021
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Senhorjab
Pretoria, South Africa41 contributions
Apr 2021 • Couples
What a drive pitty I was in a rental.. Def a must for any car enthusiasts.. Try and get a sports car for the day and enjoy the amazing drive with an amazing view
Written 26 April 2021
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abkarolia
Johannesburg, South Africa652 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
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 charge to enter this drive.
5/5
There is charge to enter this drive.
5/5
Written 10 January 2021
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holidayRH
South Africa1Â 088 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
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 and cliffs that await you with every bend.
There are scenic spots for photos and cyclists pass you rolling down the hills to try and keep up with the traffic side by side.
A must to experience and take in on holiday to Cape town
The heights and wonderful views leave you mesmerized by the sea, mountain and cliffs that await you with every bend.
There are scenic spots for photos and cyclists pass you rolling down the hills to try and keep up with the traffic side by side.
A must to experience and take in on holiday to Cape town
Written 31 December 2020
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Steve
London, UK665 contributions
Jan 2020
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.
Written 3 August 2020
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Hi. I would really appreciate if you could help me with certain information. I am planning to go there on Saturday, any idea how to know if it would be open or not as everywhere its written its abruptly closed. I really don't wanna drive all the way to see a closed sign. Also i was very keen to see a beach. Would there be nice beach on this driveway? I would he coming to kuils river and was wanting to visit kirstenbosch botanical garden on the way before going for chapman peak drive. Do you think its possible keeping time in mind. I know a lot of questions,but new here at Cape town. Would appreciate whatever help possible. If any suggestions of making a change would be glad to see. Thanks
Ilze d
32 contributions
The most accurate way to find out would be to take a drive down to Hout Bay and pass the signs that announce the status of Chapman's Peak Drive. The website is generally accurate, but you never know.
Laurent F
Mauritius20 contributions
Hi All, Currently planning a trip to Cape Town and will most probably be doing Chapies between 20th and the 25th, and would need some advice :
1 - Better do it in the morning or afternoon ? (If morning, feel free to recomment a nice breakfast place ;)
2 - Better do it from Hout Bay to Noordhoek or vice & versa ?
Thanks a lot for your help!
spanishfoodie
Perpignan, France70 contributions
It doesn't matter what time I would do Hout bay to Noordhoek. Hout Bay is amazing so find a restaurant their.
Amira A
Egypt23 contributions
i want to visit chapeman peak riding a Bicycle or a scotter from cape town is that possible? or too long distance and if is it possible how should i rent this bicycle?
Also i heard that chapman is near to boulder beach where penguins exist.. can i visit the both in one day riding bicycle. . specify also if there any other transportation like buses..
EddyBakker59
Cape Town, South Africa32 contributions
You can hire a scooter in town to travel across Chapmans Peak drive and from there you can travel to Boulders Beach to see the penguins. They are both lovely destinations to visit. You can rent a scooter in Cape Town. Take note that during our rainy season Chapmans Peak drive might be closed from time to time due to possible rock falls. When this road is open it is very safe to travel.
Karen K
17 contributions
Do you have to rent a car to go see Chapmans Peak or is it possible to get an Uber, Do any bus tours go here?
Hi Karen,
If you don't have your own transport then you will need a car.
Options are:
1. Rent a car
2. Uber or taxi
3. Book a tour to Cape Point and combine it with a visit to the SW tip of Africa and visiting the African penguin colony at Boulders Beach in Simon's Town.
We recommend Cape Point Route for day tours but there are many very good day tour operators.
Regards,
Chapman's Peak Drive
Anyone know if you have to rent a car to do chapmans peak drive?
We dont plan to rent a car and wonder if busses to wine country take this route?
we hoped to do a motorcycle tour or rent a motrocycle for a day but there seems to be none available when we are there nov. 12-15, 2016.
Thanks for any suggestions !
\cheers
Janis
LRK
Dubai, United Arab Emirates106 contributions
Hi Guys..
We are planning to vist next week, our group will stay at camps bay and we want to a day trip all the way to cape of good hope.
I was hoping to leave for cape of good hope in the morning, and make our way back through bolders beach, hout bay and chapmans peak for sunset..
however.. our tour guide advises us to start with chapmans peak and go towards cape of good hope..
can anyone suggest if either option is preferable.. my logic of doing it backwards is to be closer to home in the evening and also experience sunset at the peak.
thanks for you time and advise..
Ascott150
Melbourne, Australia1Â 404 contributions
I agree with your guide - the sunset is better at Cape of Good Hope. I think the evening sunset at Chapman's peak will not be good for Photos - sun will be in your eyes. We went from Capetown to Cape of Good Hope the way your guide suggested and it worked well.
