The Cape Peninsula is a firm favourite with visitors to Cape Town who enjoy nature as the home of endangered African penguins at Boulders Beach, spectacular Cape Point Nature Reserve (home to plains game) and scenic Chapman’s Peak Drive. Add boutique wine estates, sleepy seaside towns and great surfing on golden beaches, and you have all the ingredients for a relaxing holiday.

Last Word Long Beach has an enviable location on one of the area’s most beautiful and popular stretches of coastline, guarded by a historic lighthouse. All rooms are sea facing and, if your luck is in, you could spot southern right whales or dolphins right from your deck. Staff can arrange other activities, from beach picnics to surfing lessons.