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Our visit to Cape Town, South Africa was part of our maiden Around the World Trip as we made our way from the island of Mauritius to Europe.
As Cape Town was our only destination in Africa, we wanted to make the most of our time and we didn’t want to drive.… Read the rest
Cape Town’s Table Mountain sits majestically in the background. To be marveled at in its enormity on clear days and in wonder on overcast days when the South Easter winds create the ‘tablecloth’.
However, the best way to experience one of the most famous mountains in Africa is from the top of it!… Read the rest
The Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is a must-see attraction in Cape Town, South Africa. Lush with colorful blossoms and vibrant landscapes, even a short visit to the Cape Town botanical gardens is worth the effort!
On our trip we were uncertain, at first, whether or not to include visiting Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden in our robust Cape Town Itinerary.… Read the rest
The city of Cape Town, South Africa abounds in natural beauty. From mountain tops to vineyards to an incredible shoreline. While there are numerous Cape Town tourist attractions to see, the Cape Town beaches are not to be missed!
In fact, it would be easy to spend entire Cape Town holiday on the soft sand beaches.… Read the rest
Warm weather and sandy beaches don’t exactly conjure up images of penguins. But at Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town – just south of Cape Town –more than 3,000 endangered African Penguins are living along the shore.
During our Visit in Cape Town, we planned a day trip from the city that would allow us to see the penguins at Boulders Beach in their natural habitat.… Read the rest
Cape Town has a bright and colorful city center that is steeped in history and culture. We made time to explore the area with out Cape Town Self-Guided Walking Tour.
While it’s possible to see many of the sights by simply walking around, Cape Town sightseeing is best done with a plan in mind.… Read the rest
Some of the best South African wines are produced in the vineyard-dotted Winelands district, which sits just beyond the Cape Town city limits. Popular Cape Town wine tasting tours whisk visitors from the bustling city center to the lush grape growing South African wine region to sample the local product.… Read the rest
Nestled in a valley 12 miles south of downtown Cape Town is the pleasant village of Hout Bay. Surrounded on three sides by mountains and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, there are quite a few things to do in Hout Bay that draw tourists to visit.… Read the rest