Cape Town: the Mother of South Africa. We all know (and love, don’t get me wrong) the white, bosomy sands of Clifton 1st through 4th, the promenade and electric scooters of Seapoint. But many of us have exhausted these haunts (and our wallets) over the years. But never fear: the city has so much more …
There is so much to do in Cape Town, for so many different interests and travel styles, that it’s really impossible to condense it into one article! But if you’re looking for guided tours and experiences, this is the place to find them. I’ve put together all the best tourist activities in Cape Town – …
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Cape Town is a place that just has it all, don’t you think? From mountains to oceans, a bustling metropolitan centre and sleepy seaside villages, from beaches to rock faces and winding hiking trails…there’s always something to do, somewhere new to explore. And, the best part is: you can do all that exploration from the …
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There’s a lot to do in Cape Town at night, particularly in the city centre. Ours is a vibrant city, with truly spectacular artists and musicians, breweries and wineries, and a cheerful, welcoming people unlike anywhere else I’ve been. Basically, it’s a wonderful city to explore, day and night! It just depends on what you’re …
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Watching the sunset is truly the best way to end a long work day or celebrate life on a great one. There’s something magical about watching the colours change, from gorgeous golden hour to the rich pinks and purples. And every day it’s different, depending on cloud cover, humidity, etc. I could rant about the …
We have a number of public transport options in Cape Town, and all are cheap and easy to use. We’re a sprawling city with an incomplete infrastructure, though, so none of them cover all areas of the city. Still, you’ve always got a public transport option during the daytime! I’ve personally never had my own …
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Birdwatching is fast becoming a very popular pastime among nature lovers. Once thought to be exclusively the interest of old or upper-class men, it has now spread to millions of people around the world, especially in the last 40 years or so, creating a global community. Cape Town is a major epicentre for birders in …
Brunch can be such a good time – no early wakeups, light meals and good coffee, plenty of time to fit other fun activities into your day… it’s perfect! It’s also ideal for a Saturday with friends and family, a solo trip, or a fun date. You’ve just got to find the right spot – …
Cape Town is fortunate enough to have several fantastic places to go bird watching within or just outside its boundaries. There are places for beginner birders who are just getting started as well as spots for those birders keen to search for a specific bird species or a national rarity. Many of these places are …
If you are looking for the perfect anchors, or you want to meet up with local slackliners, you’ll want to visit some of Cape Town’s most popular slacklining spots. The Mother City’s abundance of tall trees and expansive lawns make it perfect for beginner to intermediate-length parklines. Our natural spaces in the city are impressively …
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