Cape Town

Where Natural Beauty Meets Vibrant Culture

Highlights

Why Visit

Landmarks like Table Mountain and Robben Island
Exciting mix of diverse cultures and heritage
World-class restaurants, shops and hotels

Famous For

Table Mountain. Part of a wide-ranging urban national park, Table Mountain is one of the most-visited sites in South Africa. A slick rotating cable-car ferries you to the summit where uninterrupted views of the city, Robben Island and the Twelve Apostles mountain range await. Intrepid visitors can also hike up and down with qualified mountain guides.

The Cape Winelands date back to 1685 when the first winery was established in Constantia. Today, the towns of Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek provide exceptional tastings, exquisite accommodation, excellent cuisine and beautiful scenery, less than a 90-minute drive from Cape Town.

Boulders Beach and Cape Point along the False Bay coastline are home to a breeding colony of endangered African penguins and wonderful views over the Atlantic Ocean. They are easily combined with visits to other popular sites like Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in the foothills of the back of Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront, an upscale shopping and dining destination on the working harbour that also houses the fascinating Two Oceans Aquarium and Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA).

When to Visit

Dry season: NOVEMBER TO APRIL

Cape Town is unique among Southern African destinations in that its seasons are ‘reversed’: while the rest of the region has dry winters and wet summers, the Mother City has a wet winter and a dry summer.

In summer, the sun rises early and sets late, making for long days of sunshine. This is perfect for hitting the beach (although the Atlantic Ocean is cold), alfresco meals, boating excursions and sightseeing. Festivals and outdoor concerts abound at this time, a great way to experience local culture with real Capetonians. For many residents, the ‘best’ weather is around April when the southeaster wind drops and the days are still warm but not very hot.

Green season: JUNE TO AUGUST

Green season coincides with the winter rains but also with peak safari season in the rest of Southern Africa, meaning the city can be surprisingly busy as many safari visitors combine their time in the bush with a visit to Cape Town.

Although the weather can be cold and wet, this is a great time to visit the many museums and art galleries in the city, which also boasts a number of fine restaurants and theatres. It is also the perfect time of year to head to the Winelands for tastings in cosy cellars and next to crackling fires.

SHOULDER season: MAY, AND SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER

May is autumn: the city’s trees and vineyards turn golden and the weather is still very temperate. September is considered to be spring and usually coincides with the blooming of huge carpets of indigenous flowers in bright yellow, purple, orange and white. A trip to West Coast National Park – about a 90-minute drive from Cape Town – is a wonderful way to see an almost infinite variety of the Cape Floral Kingdom, which is thought to have nearly 6 000 endemic plant species and about 9 000 in total!

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Safaris to inspire you

Here are our favourite Cape Town safaris to inspire you. All of our itineraries can be tailored to meet your specific requirements.

Vic Falls to Cape Town By Train

Victoria Falls | Hwange | Pretoria | Kimberley | Cape Town
DURATION: 8 NIGHTS

Kruger to Cape Town

Sabi Sand | Cape Town
DURATION: 10 NIGHTS

Kalahari and Cape Town

Tswalu | Cape Town
DURATION: 10 NIGHTS

Cape Town and Zambia Highlights

Cape Town | Victoria Falls | South Luangwa National Park
DURATION: 11 NIGHTS

Accommodation To Inspire You

Here are our favourite Cape Town accommodation options to inspire you. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

Premium accommodation

Camps and lodges that surpass the bar when it comes to unusual activities, extra-special amenities and stand-out design.

Cape Grace

PREMIUM

Elegance meets heritage at Cape Town's premier waterfront luxury retreat

Ellerman House

PREMIUM

A timeless retreat overlooking Cape Town's oceanic splendor

The Silo Hotel

PREMIUM

An architectural marvel amidst Cape Town's vibrant Waterfront

21 Nettleton

PREMIUM

Elevated elegance with panoramic views of Cape Town's coastline

Luxury accommodation

Exemplary accommodation that offers welcome touches that are a step up and provide an extra level of indulgence.

Le Clé

LUXURY

A tranquil Franschhoek retreat just a stroll from the village centre

2Inn1 Kensington

LUXURY

Experience chic comfort and historic charm at this luxury boutique hideaway

Noah House

LUXURY

An Afro-Scandi minimalist design in trendy Tamboerskloof

Akademie Street Boutique Hotel

LUXURY

A charming boutique hotel in the heart of historic Franschhoek

Sea Star Rocks Boutique Hotel

LUXURY

Some of the best views of Lion’s Head and the sunset in all of Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

LUXURY

Historical elegance meets modern luxury

Pod Boutique Hotel

LUXURY

Modern luxury meets seaside tranquility at this chic retreat in trendy Camps Bay

Mount Nelson Hotel

LUXURY

A Cape Town icon, offering timeless elegance, luxurious amenities, and an enchanting garden setting

The Alphen Boutique Hotel

LUXURY

A historic retreat offering modern luxury, nestled in lush gardens in Cape Town’s suburbs

Spier Hotel

LUXURY

A cosy and stylish family-friendly estate conveniently situated in an easy-to-reach Winelands location

The Marly Boutique Hotel and Spa

LUXURY

Coastal serenity meets urban sophistication

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

LUXURY

A harmonious blend of history and contemporary charm in Cape Town

Comfortable accommodation

Very congenial surroundings with everything you need for an enjoyable safari grounded in tried-and-tested camps and lodges.

Antrim House

COMFORTABLE

A get-up-and-go guesthouse on the buzzing Atlantic Seaboard

Radisson RED Cape Town

COMFORTABLE

Enjoy a vibrant, modern, and stylish urban stay

The Winchester

COMFORTABLE

Classic elegance meets contemporary comfort at this inviting seaside retreat in Cape Town

The Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel

COMFORTABLE

Experience quirky luxury with vintage airstreams on a Cape Town rooftop

Last Word Long Beach

COMFORTABLE

Seaside serenity meets luxurious comfort in Cape Town’s idyllic coastal escape

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