CAPE TOWN

Cape Town is a vibrant cosmopolitan city that manages to embrace it’s modern identity whilst still holding on to it’s meaningful past.

As far as the natural surroundings go, it has the wow factor. Sitting in the shadow of the imposing Table Mountain and only a stones throw from the sea, Cape Town manages to feel like a city that is not a city.

It’s not a surprise that Cape Town is regularly voted one of the top cities to visit in the world. Many of South Africas most popular attractions are in the city or it’s surrounds.

Catch the cable car up Table Mountain, or enjoy the view at ground level from Kirstenbosch Botanical gardens. Take a day to explore the Cape Peninsular, stopping off at the cool and quirky harbour town of Kalk Bay, a lunch of freshly caught fish from at one of the seafront restaurants is a must. Head on to Boulders Beach to visit the penguins before reaching Cape Point at its tip.

It is worth taking the time to understand the history surrounding the city and its apartheid roots. Robben Island, a short boat ride from the V&A Waterfront is where Nelson Mandela spent many years imprisoned and is a timely reminder of the apartheid era in the not too distant past.

Once you have explored and are ready for a night on the town, Cape Town has a buzzing nightlife full of fantastic restaurants and many vibey bars. Its here you really come to appreciate just how much value you get for your pounds!

ITINERARIES

We have a great selection of sample itineraries below that we have created to provide you with everything you need for a fantastic holiday. These itineraries can be amended to suit your requirements, please get in touch to discuss your bespoke South Africa getaway

Exploring Cape Town and the Cape Winelands

Classic Cape Town and Kruger

Exploring Cape Town and the Garden Route

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

We have the best selection of hotels, guesthouse and camps in Cape Town and throughout South Africa to suit all of your needs and requirements. If you would like any additional information on this region and selection of camps, please contact us directly.

The One&Only Cape Town

The Last Word Long Beach

The Last Word Constantia

Steenberg Hotel & Spa

The Bay Hotel

The Marly

The Victoria & Alfred Hotel

The Vineyard

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

We have the best selection of hotels, guest houses and camps in Cape Town and throughout South Africa to suit all of your needs and requirements. If you would like any additional information on this region and selection of camps, please contact us directly.

Don’t be fooled by thinking because you are in Africa you are guaranteed year round weather. Cape Town along with the rest of the Western Cape definitely has summer and winter.

Summer can be hot and dry with temperatures in January and February regularly into high 20s and upwards. You can generally expect pretty consistent summer weather from December to through into April. There is however a chance of the famous “Cape Doctor” a strong South Easterly wind that comes in from the sea and although it brings some respite from the hot weather there can be some strong gusts.

May/June and Oct/Nov are less predictable as the fall between the main seasons. It can be a great time to travel as it less busy, sometimes cheaper and there is chance you could still get perfect weather.

July-September is classified as winter. It is generally cooler, perhaps down to 8 or 9 degrees, so not cold by UK standards but this is when Cape Town expects to receive the majority of it’s rainfall, vital to fill the dams that are virtually drained over summer.

There are still advantages to winter travel, some days can still be fine and its flower season around August/September on the West Coast, and definitely the best time for Whales. If you get a cold rainy day, there are plenty of vineyards where you can cosy up in front of a log fire and enjoy a wonderful glass of local red wine.

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