Wander Cape Town
A local’s guide to the Mother City
This is an ongoing project aimed at sourcing Capetonians to write about the topics they know best – so that you, the reader, can find trustworthy and knowledgeable information on the topic you’re looking for!
The Local Knowledge Project is community-sourced, community-promoting knowledge sharing. Check it out and see how you can explore, support, and learn!
LATEST ARTICLES
Mountain biking and wine tasting in Stellenbosch
Do you know what goes really well together? Wine and weary muscles. This weekend we had the best time cycling the routes of Muratie wine
Hout Bay | Guide to the best activities & hikes in the little republic
Fondly known as The Republic of Hout Bay, this mountain-enclosed neighbourhood doesn’t really feel like part of Cape Town. It’s right on the outskirts, past
Kalk Bay | Exploring the coastal village’s top things to do & see
The coastal village of Kalk Bay is a beautiful place to spend the day – or weekend – with unique thrift stores, splendid hikes, fantastic
Neighbourhood Guides
Keen to explore a specific part of our sprawling city? I’ve put together a few fun guides to Cape Town’s favourite neighbourhoods. Packed with info on the best things to see, do, and eat!
9 best wine farms in Cape Town
The Cape Winelands has become world-renowned for its incredible wines. With more than 300 vineyards, it is one of the top ten wine-producing regions of
11 Stunning day trips from Cape Town
Let’s take a drive! Cape Town is such a wonderful city, not least because of where you can go when you leave it behind. A
West Coast Wildflowers | Festival, Reserves, and What You’ll See
Spring is coming! Head along Cape Town’s West Coast for a Wildflower experience second to none, but do be warned, there is lots to learn.
Malva Pudding Recipe | Best South African Desert
Malva pudding is Cape Town’s favourite dessert. It’s the perfect sweet follow-up to a great braai or potjiekos, and feels terrifically celebratory even just as
Roosterkoek Recipe | South Africa’s Favourite Braai Bread
In South Africa, braai is king. Whether you’re celebrating a great rugby match, revelling in the fact that it’s a beautiful Sunday, or just trying
Peppermint Crisp Tart | Top South African Dessert Recipe
South Africa has produced a number of mouth-watering desserts that the world should know about. A popular favourite, alongside the ever-excellent South African milk tart
Mountain biking and wine tasting in Stellenbosch
Do you know what goes really well together? Wine and weary muscles. This weekend we had the best time cycling the routes of Muratie wine
7 Awesome Surfing Spots in Cape Town
Here you can read about seven incredible surfing spots in Cape Town. We’ve asked local surfers to write about why this is their spot and what to look out for. Enjoy the read!
Surf lessons in Cape Town | Surfing Heritage, Surf Schools & Tips
Cape Town has a proud surfing heritage and is an iconic place to learn to surf with a variety of options. The coastline offers you
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Where to Volunteer in Cape Town
If you’re looking to become more other-oriented and give back to the community, there are a number of really great options in Cape Town. Whether
Cape Town’s indigenous plantlife | Local flora and conservation efforts
Cape Town is one of the most biodiverse cities in the world, and is at the centre of the world’s smallest and richest plant kingdom.
Guide to living sustainably in Cape Town
While living sustainably as an individual doesn’t affect much of the big picture stuff, like carbon emissions, it can still do a lot of good.
This is a series of interviews, temporarily on pause! Chats with local photographers and photojournalists about their work and lives, our country, and how visual storytelling can contribute to stronger communities.
Each interview includes some of my and their favourite photographs and lots of lekker vibes.
About Wander Cape Town
This blog is a bit of a passion project mine. It began as a kind of home travel blog, exploring the experiences and attractions of Cape Town, my own city, for visitors and locals. It’s still that, but it’s expanding into a resource on everything in Cape Town. With interviews, guest posts by local experts, and a focus on environmental sustainability and conscious exploration.
So, on Wander Cape Town, you’ll find tips on what to do for different budgets and interests, and the various opportunities for adventure. Along with information on Cape Town’s natural environment, sustainability efforts, and a bunch more.
