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CAMPS BAY BEACH
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Camps Bay Promenade with Lions View
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Camps Bay Beach- Cape Town South Africa
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this stunning beach is nestled between Clifton, the Twelve Apostles and Llandudno
in the village of Camps Bay. The icy Atlantic waters being home to dolphins and
whales make it very likely that one can view these beautiful creatures from the
sandy beach.
During the summer volley ball competitions are held on the beach – it equates to
the Monaco of Europe – packed with the young and trendy during the holidays and
especially holidays. The Camps Bay beach promenade is lined with restaurants, bistro’s
and cafe’s. All in all, the place to see and be seen!
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TABLE MOUNTAIN
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Table Mountain has over 1500 species of Plants
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A Panoramic View of Table Mountain in Cape Town
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Take the cable car up the mountain and enjoy the stunning bird’s eye view of the
city and surrounds. If you’re more energetic use the map to go on one the marked
hiking trails.
Please consult with a professional, and never Hike alone.
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KIRSTENBOSCH BOTANICAL GARDEN
In Cape Town, the world renowned home of many varieties of indigenous flora. Enjoy
open air summer concerts featuring South African bands with your own picnic basket,
or a snack in the restaurant. The Gardens cover an area of 528 hectares with 36
hectares of cultivated garden
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Kirstenbosch Gardens also offers a Tranquil Wedding
Venue in Cape Town
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Fynbos, proteas, cycads and large lawns are intermingled with streams, ponds and
well-laid out pathways for easy walking. A large variety of birdlife inhabit the
gardens and the spectacular views from the upper slopes are breathtaking. The Garden
is open 365 days a year from 08:00 - 19:00 (September -March) and from 08: 00 -
18:00 (April - August).
There is also a Tea Room in the Gardens serving light snacks and refreshments.
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MUSEUMS IN CAPE TOWN
These range from the Jewish and Holocaust Museum,
District Six museum, South
African Museum and Planetarium,
the National Gallery , The Natale Labia Museum, even the
Castle of Good Hope and Cultural History Museum.
The Bo-Kaap Museum is also worth a visit being the preserved home of a wealth 19th
century Muslim family. We should also mention the
South African Air Force Museum at Ysterplaat, and the
Medical Museum with displays of 19th century medical equipment. The
South African Astronomical Observatory is also
a very worthwhile excursion.
The South African Maritime Museum in
the V&A Waterfront
houses the largest collection of model ships in South Africa, while the South African
Naval Museum in Simonstown documents the history of the
South African Navy.
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ROBBEN ISLAND CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
Your trip to Cape Town would not be complete without a tour of the Infamous Robben
Island.
The standard tour to Robben Island is 3.5 hours long, including the two half-hour
ferry rides. Ferries depart at 9am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm, weather permitting, from
the V & A Waterfront in Cape Town.
Robben Island has not only been used
as a prison. It was a training and defence station in World War II (1939-1945) and
a hospital for people with leprosy, and the mentally and chronically ill (1846-1931).
In the 1840s, Robben Island was chosen
for a hospital because it was regarded as both secure (isolating dangerous cases)
and healthy (providing a good environment for cure). During this time, political
and common-law prisoners were still kept on the Island.
As there was no cure and little effective treatment available for leprosy, mental
illness and other chronic illnesses in the 1800s, Robben Island was a kind of prison
for the hospital patients too.
Since 1997 it has been a museum and a heritage site. The museum is a dynamic institution,
which acts as a focal point of South African heritage.
Ferries depart at 9am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm, weather permitting, from Nelson Mandela
Gateway, at the V&A Waterfront
in Cape Town. Tickets cost R180 for adults and R90 for children (U/18).
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TOWNSHIP TOURS IN CAPE TOWN
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For the Real Taste of Local living in Cape Town and “off the beaten Track” exposure
you should consider a Township Tour. This possibly will surprise some tourists as
living conditions are very harsh, condense, and sanitation in some areas very poor.
The Mother City hosts the majority
of it's population in townships on the Cape Flats. Many of these vibrant and welcoming
people originally hail from Madiba's
(Nelson Mandela - former President) birthplace. It's a must for every visitor to
Cape Town to experience a day in the life of the locals. Interact with the township
dwellers as they go about their daily routine and find out more about their past,
their future and what currently drives them.
Khayelitsha is
the largest township in the Western Cape and is situated less than half an hour
from Cape Town city centre. The predominantly Xhosa speaking residents will make
you feel most welcome as you tour their local spaza shop, B & B, shebeen (local
pub) and even the shacks which many of them call home.
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CAPE POINT- WESTERN CAPE
20 reasons to visit Cape Point
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The most southwesterly point of Africa.
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Angling and diving sites.
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It’s where the cold Beguela current on the West coast and the warm Agulhus current
on the East coast merge.
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Situated in the 22 100 hectare Table Mountain National Park, a natural World Heritage
Site.
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One of the highest sea cliffs in the world – 249 m above sea level.
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The circumnavigation of the Cape of Good Hope led to the establishment of a sea
route to the East and subsequent trade.
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26 recorded shipwrecks.
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Bird watcher's paradise – at least 250
species.
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Approximately 1 100 indigenous plant species, some of which occur no where else
on earth.
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Variety of buck, baboons and other animals. Do not feed the animals
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Swimming at Bordjiesrif and Buffels Bay tidal pools.
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Numerous scenic walks and trails.
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Excellent angling and diving spots.
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Whale and dolphin watching from May to November.
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Historical monuments including the Diaz and Da Gama crosses.
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The funicular – scenic trips to the old lighthouse.
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Up market and family accommodation.
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The Two Oceans Restaurant offers world
class cuisine and spectacular vistas over False Bay.
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Three destination retail shops, each with an impressive range of high quality South
African curios and Cape Point merchandise.
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A million points of view.
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Main Attractions
The Cape of Good Hope is open daily from:
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October to March
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April to September
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06h00 until 18h00
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07h00 until 17h00
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One must exit the park by sunset.
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CAPE WINE LANDS- WESTERN CAPE
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Bonnievale- Western Cape |
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Majestic mountains on the one side and the ever-flowing
Breede River on the other, with beautiful fruit and wine farms lining the way, ...For
the third year running Parmalat has won the coveted Cheese Manufacturer of the Year
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Breedekloof- Western Cape |
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Breedekloof is where the adventure begins! If you are an
adventurous spirit and like to experience adventure and nature, this is the place
to explore Breedekloof encompasses the Goudini, Slanghoek, Breede River and Rawsonville
areas and is one of the largest Western Cape wine producing valleys. |
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Ceres- Western Cape
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Ceres a place for all seasons... A mere 150km or 90 minute
drive from Cape Town, Ceres is home to some of South Africa's finest fruit farms.
In the heart of the Witzenberg area, in the midst of the Cape Wine lands, lays the
beautiful town of Ceres. Game Reserves within driving distance of Ceres. |
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De Doorns- Western
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De Doorns for the Acacia Karoo thorn trees on the Hex River
banks. Dutch influences set in here during the early 18th Century.Vineyards are
planted at different times resulting in a patchwork effect during the extensive
harvest (Feb-May) - a photographer´s Nirvana! |
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Dwarsrivier (Pniel)- Western Cape |
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Majestic mountains on the one side and the ever-flowing
Breede River on the other, with beautiful fruit and wine farms lining the way, ...For
the third year running Parmalat has won the coveted Cheese Manufacturer of the Year
award. |
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Franschhoek Wine Valley- Western Cape ******
Recommended |
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Eight of South Africa´s leading restaurants, twenty nine
extraordinary wine cellars, a plethora of galleries and shops - a lifetime of discoveries!
Savor special moments... Indulge your palate with internationally acclaimed, eclectic
cuisine by selecting from eight of South Africa´s Top 100 restaurants. |
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McGregor- Western Cape |
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As the best preserved example of a mid-nineteenth century
townscape in the Cape, whitewashed thatched cottages greet your arrival.Our Natural
Healers are sought after. The San followed converging ley lines, leaving a legacy
of paintings and artifacts. High energy defines the town |
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Montagu /Ashton- Western Cape |
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Welcome to the summer oasis of the Western Cape, with warm,
sunny days, swimming, hiking and fruit, mixed with plenty of summertime hospitality! |
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Paarl- Western Cape ******
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The scenic beauty of the Paarl Valley compels visitors
to get into the car and drive along the many scenic routes in the valley.The sun´s
reflection on the granite boulders of the mountain made it resemble shining pearls
thus caused Abraham Gabbema to name it Peerlbergh. |
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Robertson- Western Cape |
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Welcome to RobertsonRobertson, valley of wine and roses |
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Stellenbosch- Western Cape ****** Recommended |
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The heart of South Africa´s wine industry, Stellenbosch
is a place of great beauty and culture that´s steeped in South African tradition.Several
Hiking trails within the Jonkershoek Nature Reserve tempt the hiker |
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Tulbagh- Western
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Visit Tulbagh and enjoy the country living of peace and
tranquility in the Cape Winelands.Spring is in the air, orchards full of blossoms,
farmlands lush and green. |
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Wellington- Western Cape |
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Discover a piece of heaven and unwind in tranquil surroundings
This is what memories are made of.... Wellington offers a variety of treasures to
suit everybody´s needs - from eager shoppers, outdoor enthusiasts, discoverers,
historians. |
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Wolseley- Western Cape |
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The watershed between the east and west coasts Wolseley
is situated on a natural watershed |
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Worcester- Western
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100% Worcester There is an undiscovered magic to this lovely
town and district that will keep you guessing as to why you never explored it sooner... |
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Information Courtesy of Tourism Cape Town |
OTHER THINGS TO DO IN CAPE TOWN- SOUTH AFRICA
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Ratanga Junction in Cape Town For the thrill seeker is one of Africa’s largest amusement
parks
- Places that will enthrall younger visitors include the
World of Birds in Hout Bay
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Two Oceans Aquarium in the V & A Waterfront, is also a must see.
- The MTN Science Centre
in
Canal Walk, is great for a Kids Outing in Cape Town
- THEATRE ON THE BAY
– In Camps Bay offers local dramatic productions.
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Quad Biking in the Sand Dunes is a fun day out too
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Fancy Abseiling the Table Mountain, If you Dare
Click Here
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Monkey Town- Western Cape is just 45 mins from Cape Town and is great for the Kids
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Kamikaze Canyoning- Cape Town Looking for adventure? This is the trip for you!
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Great White Shark Cage Diving in Cape Town- Try cage diving with great white sharks
in the aptly named "Shark Alley", near the fishing village of
Gansbaai, South Africa.
Sharks are quite possibly the world's most feared animals. From the smallest sand
shark to the enormous whale shark, they are sleek, muscled, and some are almost
as agile as a dolphin. There is no doubt that they are the most evolved predators
in the ocean.
- Try the Highest Bungy Jump in The world!!!-
Western Cape. At a staggering 216m,
Bloukrans is the highest commercially operating bungee in the world, as verified
by the
Guinness Book of Records.
- Penguins – Cape Town at Boulders Beach Enjoy a Picnic whilst watching these cheeky
birds waddle right in front of you.
- Jet Fighter Thrill? Make your dream of extreme
Jet Fighter flying in Cape Town come
true! The world's largest private jet squadron and the only civilian operator to
offer supersonic flights in former military jets based here in Cape Town, South
africa There's only one place in the world where you can strap yourself into a Mach
2 English Electric Lightning and climb 60,000 feet closer to heaven in just over
a minute... Click Here
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