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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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The Griswolds said
… the Two Oceans Aquarium which we found very relaxing to sit around and watch the fish. The Spidercrabs… continue reading »
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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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Canadiantraveller200 said
… made my way to an area called the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront area which has recently been… continue reading »
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Longwood Gardens is simply one of the world's great garden displays. Pierre S. du Pont devoted his life to horticulture. He bought a 19th-century arboretum and created the ultimate estate garden on 1,050 acres. You shoul... more
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If you look at Table Mountain from across the bay and use a bit of imagination you'll see that the peak to its right looks like a lion's head, connected by a body of land to a smaller conical peak, the lion's rump (known as Sig... more
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Karen Watkins said
…Black pigs and museum on the slopes of Signal Hill Saturday August 5th Leaders: Maré… continue reading »
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Set in beautiful surroundings on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, this magnificent 538-hectare garden features a rich diversity of indigenous South African plants. The lower portion of Kirstenbosch consists of large flower... 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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If you want to get into surfing but don't have time to mess around, Downhill Adventures is who you need to get in touch with. They will teach you to surf at some of the best surf spots in Cape Town. Day and multi-day courses ar... more
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Chill amongst Cape Town hipsters and young professionals in a relaxed lounge environment. The only time you'll hear a Capetonian say "Let's go to Jo'burg" is when they're up for sipping on cocktails and draught beer whilst ming... more
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Jim Stewart said
… dropped the car off and waited for my 1:40 flight to Jo'burg. I got the VAT voucher and I got a check… continue reading »
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As a satellite of the South African Cultural Museum, this museum features exhibits on the Cape Town Muslim community and historical insight into the city's diverse inhabitants. The museum is situated in a restored home in the h... more
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Global Kiwi said
…>th century and the Bo Kaap Museum which was in an inner city area with a muslim history that was not meant… continue reading »
Observatory Travel Experiences
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Hiking Cairn-Grotto-Fountain traverse
The weather forecast predicted high temperatures but with most of the route being in the shade and me needing a tough walk in preparation... Continue reading »
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Hiking for the faint hearted on Spring Buttress
Sunday 14 January 2007After an evening of listening and watching the Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No 2 and Tchaikovsky's Symphony... 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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Cape Town from 2,000 feet up!
On our departure from Reading, April's office was kind enough to give her an absolutely fantastic going away gift. . .a helicopter ride a... Continue reading »
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