The roadtrip from Cape Town along False Bay and the Clarence Drive offers a stunning coastal contrast to city life and inland routes. While part 1 featured wide plains, this leg is all about dramatic coastlines, charming seaside towns and unforgettable wildlife encounters – the perfect addition to your Cape Town adventures.
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After four days exploring Cape Town, leaving the city might feel bittersweet – but as soon as it’s in your rearview mirror, one of South Africa’s most scenic coastal stretches begins. The route hugs False Bay, offering constant ocean views, hidden coves, and rolling mountains.
Famous for its colorful beach huts and laid-back surfer vibe, Muizenberg is the perfect first stop. Take a short stroll along the sand or enjoy a coffee with a sea view to start your coastal day.
Why stop here?
Optional: Detour to Boulders Beach & Simon’s Town
Just a few minutes from Muizenberg, you’ll find one of the route’s most famous wildlife encounters: the African penguins at Boulders Beach. A boardwalk lets you observe these charming birds up close.
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Kalk Bay is one of the most charming fishing villages around Cape Town. Galleries, vintage shops, and cafés line the main street, while the harbor is often visited by seals.
Why include Kalk Bay?
Between Gordon’s Bay and Betty’s Bay lies the highlight of this leg: the Clarence Drive. Steep cliffs rise on one side, the open Atlantic stretches out on the other – a road trip dream.
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A must-see between Clarence Drive and Hermanus is the Stony Point Penguin Colony – one of the largest mainland colonies of African penguins in the world.
What to expect:
Hermanus is globally renowned for land-based whale watching (July–November). Even outside whale season, the town impresses with cliffside walks, beaches, and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Some of the best moments on this leg:
Our conclusion: The stretch from Cape Town to Hermanus may be short, but it’s packed with unforgettable experiences. Coastal drives, wildlife encounters, and charming seaside towns make this part of the Western Cape roadtrip one of the most scenic and rewarding – before the journey continues toward De Hoop Nature Reserve & Garden Route.
Spend 48 hours in Hermanus with whale watching, coastal walks, beaches, cafés, and museums – your complete guide to nature, ocean views, and laid-back coastal living.
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