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This majestic sandstone mountain is undoubtedly Cape Town's most well known and well loved landmark. Its flat "table top" stretches for three kilometres and is flanked by Devil's Peak on one side and Lion's Head on the other. W... more
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SheilaBarry said
… of the 2nd day we took the cable car up to the top of Table Mountain which was shrouded in cloud on the way… continue reading »
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A leper colony, an asylum and a prison are some of Robben Island's incarnations during its turbulent history. It is located about 11km from Cape Town's harbour and is most famous as a penal institution that incarcerated many of... more
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AK Andy said
…). Later in the day we visited Robben Island, a 30 min boat ride from the waterfront. The tour… continue reading »
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Situated in the Company's Gardens on Government Avenue, a leafy stretch that should be strolled by every visitor to Cape Town, Bertram House is well worth a look. The exhibits include collections of Georgian furniture, Chinese... more
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Walking through Church Square, one can find some points of historical interest. Overlooking the square is the statue of Onze Jan, the retired Honorable Jan Hendrik Hofmeyr, an influential statesman of the 19th century whose wor... more
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This cavernous second floor venue serves as a hip lounge bar. The sounds are smooth and the patrons a mode. When 169 is happening, the large balcony area overlooking Long Street seethes with sweaty humanity overflowing from the... more
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The only zoo in the Western Cape is situated on the edge of the rolling hills of the Winelands area, about 39 kilometers from Cape Town. The zoo is located on 24 hectares and specializes in the breeding of rare, endangered and... more
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La Med is best known as a summer sundowner spot, this being a great Capetonian tradition. And what better place than this to sip on something tall and alcoholic—with a beach setting second-to-none and an incredible vibe, this i... more
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This is your chance to see lions in their natural habitat without getting too far into Africa. These big wild cats have been provided with a high quality life in authentic surroundings. The lion park is about 30 minutes drive f... more
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This is the oldest part of Cape Town's harbor, dating back to 1860. Although still a working harbor, it has transformed into one of Cape Town's prime attractions. Restaurants, bars and cafes abound, and if it's shopping you are... more
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Jim Stewart said
… and Alfred Waterfront in the rain. It took about 25 minutes. The V&A Waterfront is one of Cape Town… continue reading »
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This is the largest aquarium in South Africa, housing more than 300 marine species in impressive and informative displays. Watch seals playing underwater or the calm swaying of kelp forests filled with fish. Shark feeding time... more
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Denny & Sally said
… running). Being still too windy, we went to the Two Oceans Aquarium near the Victoria &… continue reading »
Cape Town Travel Experiences
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Cape Town - Township Tour
Published in the Weekend Argus, Travel supplement on 29/30 JulyHaving lived in Cape Town for many years and being scared to venture into... Continue reading »
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Khayelitsha Township
(Ronnie's Story) Nick, his entire family and I did a tour of the largest, single township in South Africa- Khayelitsha. Our tour guide, J... Continue reading »
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The Winelands Tour
Winelands Tour of South AfricaJanuary 4 – 10th, 2007The Winelands are an easy and scenic few hours drive away from Cape Town and were our... Continue reading »
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Hiking Outreach with MC
Puffing and panting the kids reached the highest point on the hike and started tucking into the food - apples and sandwiches, but after a... Continue reading »
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