When you think of Egypt, you think of pyramids. When you think of the Western Cape, you think of Table Mountain. There’s no doubt this flat-topped chunk of rock is one of the most iconic landmarks in South Africa. The Western Cape lies on the southern tip of Africa. If this province was a woman, she would turn heads for sure!
Attracting hordes of tourists annually, the Western Cape has become one of the most popular destinations to holiday in South Africa as it offers unmatched natural beauty, famous hospitality, cultural diversity, excellent wine and rich cuisine.
With a total area of 129 462 square kilometres, the Western Cape is roughly the size of Greece. It's the country's fourth-largest province. The capital city is Cape Town and is known more fondly as the “Mother City”. You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to beaches, as there are plenty of white, sandy, blue flag beaches here. If you head on down to Boulders Beach, you will catch a glimpse of the Boulders Penguin Colony, and if you feel like baring it all, you can make your way to Sandy Bay – Cape Town’s only nude beach. One of the most popular and trendy spots is the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, a busy commercial harbour set in the midst of a huge entertainment venue with pubs, restaurants, specialty shops, craft markets, theatres and movies.
If you’re looking for some fresh air and a great view, Table Mountain is the way to go! But fear not, getting to the top has been made easy by the Aerial Cableway that was built to offer you the most spectacular ride of your life. It takes two minutes to reach the top and the cable car rotates as it climbs, giving you 360° views over the city and the Peninsula. Another great way to breathe in some of the fresh Cape air is by visiting the famous Kirstenbosch Gardens. The peace and tranquillity in the gardens is almost spiritual. Lush green lawns are flanked by more than 6000 species of trees and plants that, of course, attract hundreds of birds. Pack a picnic basket, blanket and a good book and relax in the shadow of the mountain. Throughout the summer, there are sundowner concerts which feature an array of South African bands. There’s hardly a better way to spend a Cape Town summer’s evening than chilling out on the lawns of the Kirstenbosch Gardens, glass of wine in hand, and listening to live music.
For those who enjoy adventure, you can seat your way through the 90 minute ‘adventure tour’ at the Cango Caves. The caves are hot and humid and the tunnels get narrower and smoother as you go. For those who prefer to stay above ground, the Two Oceans Aquarium is a great venue for a day trip with the family – plus, you get to see what life is like under the water without having to hold your breath.
For a bit of a cultural excursion, you should head on over to Robben Island. For nearly four centuries, Robben Island, 12 kilometres off Cape Town, was a place of banishment and exile where those regarded as political troublemakers and social outcasts were sent. During the apartheid years the island became known as the place where Nelson Mandela and the African National Congress elite were imprisoned, and came to symbolise the triumph of the human spirit over enormous hardship and adversity.
This attractive open-plan, four-bedroom, self-catering house is fully furnished and well equipped and lies in the heart of one of South Africa's most beautiful golfing estates. It is conveniently located only 25 minutes from the heart of Cape Town.
If you want to break away from the rush of the city to relax in peace, privacy and tranquility, without traveling for more than an hour, you will be pleasantly surprised to find the little village called Yzerfontein off the R27 - a jewel on the ...
Sit back on the stoep with a sundowner and enjoy the most spectacular view to be seen. Surrounded by the orange groves and the dam, this luxury fully equipped cottage, a home away from home, has two bedrooms (mes) sleeping four ...
Fully equipped comfortable, affordable Treehaven situated in Plettenberg Bay Garden Route has three self catering units sleeping 2 to 4 persons each. The tranquil surroundings ensure relaxation yet we are only 3 minutes to the beach and town centre.
South Point is a small, personal, 3 star graded, highly recommended establishment, situated in the southernmost town in Africa, L'Agulhas. The southernmost tip of Africa, where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet, is within the gates of Agulhas..
Merindol Manor is one of the oldest Victorian mansions of the valley, built in 1904 by the Malan family. The manor is set on 7000m² garden, with beautiful flowers, a gazebo, olives trees, vines, hen & chicken, pig and geese.
This beautiful double storey historical cottage is right on the beach and metres from the sea. 180 degree sea views from the Kommetjie Lighthouse in the South to Hout Bay in the North, Lorelei is completely private, secure and utterly stunning.
Bona Vista is in the heart of the Cape Winelands, which is surrounded by a semicircle of picturesque Boland mountains. It is an active wine and fruit farm with a thoroughbred horse stud.
The Kierie Kwaak Self Catering cottages are situated 4 km outside Stellenbosch on a farm in the beautiful, rustic Jonkershoek valley, which forms part of a World Heritage area.
Brightwater Lodge, a charming double storey cottage situated in the heart of scenic Hout Bay, one block from the beach, 1km from the harbour.
Pension Marianna Guest House and Conference and Events Venue, Bellville.
Complete facilities include a lounge, dinning room, 2 bedrooms with queens, a 3rd bedroom with either a single, twins or a double, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a laundry room. Added features included in the rates are ...
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8-sleeper holiday home located on the beach at De Kelders, with magnificent sea views and a sun-drenched deck perfect for whale-watching or dolphin-spotting.
The Cape Colonial Country House offers five individually styled bedrooms with full bathrooms, two elegantly furnished lounges and an alfresco dining area for splendid breakfasts and dinners by arrangement. Three fully equipped award winning self-...
Walk approx 100m to the private access Keurbooms beach. Here you will find a large wooden deck from where you can savour the spectacular panoramic sea view, whales breaching and dolphins dancing across the waves.
Nestled on the slopes of Signal Hill in elegant Green Point, Antrim Villa is a fabulous old house built in the late 1800s. Its charming Victorian style with high ceilings, well kept stuccos and the original pine flooring blends gracefully...
You've discovered Paternoster - a paradise of miles of deserted white sand beach, whales and dolphins in the bay, spectacular sunsets, some of the best seafood on the West Coast, spring flowers, and the Cape Columbine nature reserve.
Situated right on the exquisite natural beauty of the Klein River; 21 hectares, north facing with uninterrupted views of the Klein River mountains that run parallel to the river. Five beautiful double rooms each with en suite bathrooms and covered...