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Helicopter Tour of Cape Peninsula

Take a helicopter ride over the Cape Peninsula with stunning aerial views of the Table Mountain and the Cape of Good Hope. Several companies offer helicopter tours between R1475 and R4430 per person.

Hout Bay is a harbour neighbourhood in Cape Town. The biggest attraction here is a boat ride to Duiker Island (also called Seal island) to watch and photograph the seal colonies and kelp forests. For swimmers, an unforgettable experience is snorkeling with seals at Animal Ocean. Another attraction is Hout Bay Beach, where visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. The Bay Harbour Market is perfect for shopping, enjoying the live music, devouring local seafood, and immersing in the local culture. Hout Bay also has Africa’s largest bird park—World of Birds, which allows visitors to observe the birds without any glass or mesh barriers. It has over 3000 birds and animals of about 400 species. There are restaurants and hangout places which serve Italian food, seafood, authentic Thai food and even Indian food along witha beautiful view of the sea and harbour. Bus and taxi services are available from Cape Town to Hout Bay. A drive through the Chapman Peak, stretching from Noordhoek to Hout bay, is one of the most picturesque coastal drives in the world. Hout Bay is the ultimate destination for a one day trip for locals and tourists. Read More

The Iziko Museum of South Africa is a national museum located in the Company’s Garden in Cape Town. Its collections date back to thousands of years and include African archeology, paleontology and zoological artefacts. It has four levels and the exhibits vary from fossils, rock art, meteorites, marine animals and more. On the ground level, there are collections and exhibitions that throw light on the people of past. Besides, there are Karoo fossils, ocean animal fossils, whale casts and skeletons, etc. However, the first level of the museum is the most exciting of all as the Iziko Planetarium is located here. An audio and visual exhibition, the shows are educative and fun for adults and children. The first floor also houses meteorites, shark skeletons etc. Level two displays mammals, birds, floral extinct, a history of the museum and other displays about African heritage. The final level has the Karoo fossils and a reconstruction of what the therapsids (ancient mammal reptile) besides other displays. There are also other exhibits on minerals, dinosaurs, Table Mountains, mind space, stone tools, traditional clothes, insects and much more. The National Gallery is next to the Iziko Museums of South Africa and can be explored along with a stroll in the Company’s Garden after a visit to the museum. Read More

Lion's Head

Lion’s Head is a peak in Cape Town located 669 metres above sea level between Table Mountain and Signal Hill. It is famous for its panoramic view of Cape Town and the mountain ranges around the city and the seaside. It is an 8-mile hike to the top and takes two to three hours. It is a relatively easy hike, and most of it can be covered on foot, with only a little rock climbing near the end. There are two paths with a more challenging route which involves climbing ladders and chains to get to the summit quicker and an easier way which can be taken on foot. The locals hike up to the Lion's Head in the late afternoon to watch the sunset and have dinner at the peak before hiking in the moonlight. Read More

The Llandudno Beach is a quiet and undisturbed beach located in the suburbs of Cape Town. With no street lights, shops or restaurants, this beach is for those who enjoy the tranquillity of untouched natural surroundings. Surrounded by granite boulders that overlook the mountains, the beach is well-known for surfing. The Llandudno Beach is perfect for rolling out your mats and lazing. Pack your own lunch, enjoy building sand castles and soak in the pristine views. There are lifeguards on duty, especially during the summers. The waters are usually cold and thus not many people venture into the waters for a swim. An early start helps as the car parking can get a little crowded later in the day. There are locals selling water, soda, sunbeds and umbrellas. Besides, a view of the sunset is highly recommended. The Llandudno Beach is also from where one can access the walking point towards Sandy Bay, a desolate beach that the nudists prefer. Interestingly, Llandudno Beach is named after the North Wales resort of Llandudno because of the similarities between the two. Read More

A popular beach town, Muizenberg is located on the shore of the Cape Peninsula where it meets the False Bay coast. Muizenberg is an ideal holiday destination and is best known as a surfing spot. It is also visited for other water sports like blokarting, sailing, diving, kite surfing, and fishing. The main attraction here is the Muizenberg Beach with its colourful huts. The Surfer’s Corner in Muizenberg is where surfers come together for some adventure and fun. There are several learning services and stores for beginners. One can rent suits, boards, longboards, etc. for surfing. Watch out for sharks and keep an eye on the Shark Spotters for warning flags. Muizenberg Beach is a lovely white beach where one can lay back and relax. Shallows waters are perfect for swimming and the colorful beach huts add to the charm. The stretch of beach starts at False Bay till Strand. The Muizenberg town was established as a military post by the Dutch and has some historical architecture and structures worth visiting. Some of the iconic landmarks include the Rhodes Cottage Museum, Het Posthuys, Casa Labia, and the Pavillion. Muizenberg is also known for its artistic and cultural inclination that is manifested in its boutiques, cuisines, markets, artisan stores, and more. Also, one can explore surrounding attractions, such as hiking at the Silvermine Nature Reserve and the Zandvlei Estuary Nature Reserve. Read More

Noordhoek Beach is known for its vast, sandy shores, and the wreck of a steamship called Kakapo at the Southern end. It is located on Chapman Peak’s Drive in Cape Town. Since it is a windy beach, surfing, dolphin spotting, horse riding and kite flying are popular activities. The beach is bordered by the Kommetjie Lighthouse and is best visited around sunset. Car parking and toilets are available, but beach shacks are not.

The Norval Foundation is a contemporary art museum and centre located in Steenberg, on the slopes of the Table Mountain. It exhibits 20th and 21st-century art by African artists. The building itself is spectacular. Along with the art gallery, it also features a library, a sculpture garden, an amphitheatre children’s playground, a picnic area and a restaurant. The facade of Norval Foundation boasts strong timber and granite rectangular mass and a light roof that lets in indirect sunlight to facilitate viewing of the art pieces. The view from the Foundation building is stunning as well. The art exhibitions rotate every four to six months. In addition, many art workshops such as glass painting are held regularly alongside other cultural events such as concerts. Read More

Saut-Mathurine is the largest waterfall in Haiti, located in Camp Perrin within the Sud Department. This waterfall is 89 feet high and 98 feet wide and originates from the Riviere de Cavaillon. Half of the pool is accessible for tourists to swim, while the other half is encircled by jungle, slippery rock beds, and lush green plants. The path to Saut Mathurine is through a ravine, and once the water cascades from the La Selle Mountains, it follows the ravine through the forest full of exotic birds and a wide range of flora. During the dry summer months, the flow of the Cavaillon river reduces, and thus the waterfall also dries up. During the rainy season, tourists can fully enjoy the picturesque scenery of this region, which is ideal for photography. If you want to reach the waterfall's top, follow the side track and enjoy the beautiful view of the fall. Hear the crashing sound of the waterfall from quite a distance. The waterfall has an entrance through a park. The road to Saut Mathurine is offbeat, and you can hire 4X4 vehicles with experienced drivers for a hassle-free journey. Read More

Scarborough Beach is the jewel of Cape Town in the tiny hamlet of Scarborough. This beach is just a walk away from Cape Point Nature Reserve and is famous for surfing. It has long sandy beaches, crystal clear water of the Atlantic ocean, and a spectacular backdrop of the rocky mountains. Beach lovers can enjoy rock pools, mesmerizing sunsets, surfing, swimming, sun-basking, or a quick stroll. Especially when the afternoon breeze kicks in, travellers can also try windsurfing and kite surfing. One needs to stroll a little inside the village for restaurants to have some snacks and food. Swimmers should take extra precautions to tackle the rip currents. Read More