Cape Town to Cape Agulhas

Road Trip

Cape Town to Cape Agulhas

Down the N2 and over the Agulhas plain to the southern tip of Africa — the geographic footnote that's worth a standing-at-the-edge moment.

2.5 hours direct; a long day220 kmBest: Out-and-back

Our take

The southern tip of Africa — a 20-minute stop that justifies the drive, paired with Hermanus on the way.

What's worth stopping for

Not everything along the route — only what's worth sacrificing vacation time for.

  1. 01
    Cape Town
    CityTrip Anchor

    Cape Town

    Start

    Allow —+0 min detour
  2. 02
    Hermanus
    TownOvernight

    Hermanus

    Do Not Miss

    Whales on the way

    Allow half day+20 min detour
  3. 03
    Cape Agulhas
    ViewpointQuick Stop

    Cape Agulhas

    Do Not Miss

    Southern tip of Africa

    Allow 2 hours+0 min detour