7-Day Cape Town Yacht Charter: Coastal Wonders of the Western Cape
7 planned days, starting at V&A Waterfront, Cape Town and finishing at Return to V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. Stops include V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Clifton & Camps Bay, Hout Bay, Simon's Town, False Bay & Gordon's Bay and further stops detailed below. Confirm the daily passages and shore plans with your captain before booking.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
- Final planned stop
- Return to V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Table Mountain Cableway
- Day 1Two Oceans Aquarium
- Day 1Zeitz MOCAA Museum
- Day 1Shopping at V&A Waterfront
- Day 2Swimming at Clifton 4th Beach
- Day 2Sundowners at Camps Bay
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Begin your journey at the bustling V&A Waterfront, a vibrant hub where historic charm meets modern luxury. Board your yacht and settle in, taking in the iconic views of Table Mountain.
- Table Mountain Cableway
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Zeitz MOCAA Museum
- Shopping at V&A Waterfront
- Anchorage
- V&A Waterfront Marina
- Dining
- The Shortmarket Club (modern South African)
- DAY 02
Clifton & Camps Bay
Cruise along the scenic Atlantic Seaboard, passing the stunning beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay. Anchor for a swim in the turquoise waters, enjoying the magnificent backdrop of the Twelve Apostles mountain range.
- Swimming at Clifton 4th Beach
- Sundowners at Camps Bay
- Coastal walk along the promenade
- Views of Lion's Head
- Anchorage
- Clifton Bay
- Dining
- Codfather Seafood Restaurant (Camps Bay)
- DAY 03
Hout Bay
Sail south to Hout Bay, a picturesque fishing village nestled in a natural harbour. Explore the bustling harbour and perhaps take a boat trip to Duiker Island to see the Cape fur seals.
- World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary
- Mariner's Wharf
- Chapman's Peak Drive views (from sea)
- Seal Island cruise
- Anchorage
- Hout Bay Harbour
- Dining
- Chapman's Peak Hotel Restaurant (seafood)
- DAY 04
Simon's Town
Continue around the Cape Peninsula to Simon's Town, a historic naval base. Visit Boulders Beach to observe the African Penguin colony in their natural habitat.
- Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
- South African Naval Museum
- Jubilee Square
- Admiralty House
- Anchorage
- Simon's Town Yacht Club Marina
- Dining
- Bertha's Restaurant (harbour views)
- DAY 05
False Bay & Gordon's Bay
Cruise across False Bay towards the eastern shores, arriving at Gordon's Bay. This charming coastal town offers a more relaxed atmosphere, with beautiful beaches and mountain backdrops.
- Bikini Beach
- Danube Street lookout point
- Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve (views)
- Walk along the harbour wall
- Anchorage
- Gordon's Bay Harbour
- Dining
- Thirsty Oyster Tavern (casual seafood)
- DAY 06
Pringle Bay & Betty's Bay
Explore the scenic Kogelberg coastline, anchoring near the tranquil villages of Pringle Bay and Betty's Bay. Visit the Stony Point Nature Reserve to see another thriving penguin colony.
- Stony Point Penguin Colony
- Harold Porter National Botanical Garden
- Pringle Bay Beach
- Coastal Fynbos walks
- Anchorage
- Pringle Bay anchorage
- Dining
- Hook, Line & Sinker (Pringle Bay)
- DAY 07
Return to V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Enjoy a final morning cruise back towards Cape Town, reflecting on the spectacular journey. Disembark at the V&A Waterfront, carrying memories of the Western Cape's coastal splendour.
- Final views of Table Mountain
- Last-minute souvenir shopping
- Brunch at the Waterfront
- Reflecting on the journey
- Anchorage
- V&A Waterfront Marina
- Dining
- Den Anker (Belgian cuisine with harbor views)
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