Overview
#Table Mountain The mountain provides a majestic backdrop for the city of Cape Town, Table Mountain is one of the world's most striking natural wonders of the world and South Africa's most recognized icon. No visit to Cape Town can be complete without making the trek to the top. The Mountain towers over Cape Town and Table Bay, its presence is tangible throughout the Cape Peninsula. On top of the Mountain you may wander along a myriad of pathways or enjoy a drink or snack at the Table Mountain Cafe.There is a small shop if you wish to purchase memorabilia. Make sure to take a windproof jacket along as it can become quite chilly on top of the mountain, even when it is very hot at the lower cable way station.
The Rotair Aerial Cable way has been in operation since October 1997. Thanks to the turning floor, passengers can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view. The round shape of the cars offer excellent aerodynamics in high winds. The cable cars have a carrying capacity of 65 people each or 900 people per hour and can carry a weight of 5200kg. The cars can attain a maximum speed of 10 meters per second. The lengths of the cables used are 1200m.
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16 Day HIghlights of South Africa Northbound
On this tour you journey through the most popular areas of South Africa, following the most-travelled, tried and tested route for first time visitors to the country. The tour provides a mix of cities, countryside, historical sites, scenic drives, nature, wildlife, culture and people.
from R20,910
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16Day Highlights of South Africa Southbound
On this tour you journey through the most popular areas of South Africa, following the most-travelled, tried and tested route for first time visitors to the country. The tour provides a mix of cities, countryside, historical sites, scenic drives, nature, wildlife, culture and people.
from R20,910
City & day tours
Table Mountain and Cape Town City Tour
This half day tour gives you the opportunity to go up Table Mountain by cable car (own account - due to the fact that this is weather dependent). From the top of the mountains you enjoy vistas over Cape Town, Table Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the Peninsula. You visit historic sites in the mother city of South Africa. It includes the Malay quarter, city centre and Company Gardens and time permitting, the Castle of Good Hope.
from R390
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The Cape Discovery
On this scheduled guided tour you experience the scenic beauty of Route 62, you visit the iconic Cango Caves and interact with ostriches. Your route takes you along the Garden Route. At Knysna you enjoy a Sunset Knysna Oyster Cruise. You visit the museum complex at Mossel Bay, post a postcard at the famous Post Office Tree. Enjoy game viewing in an open safari vehicle on the lookout for the big five. Do cheetah tracking and visit the southernmost point of the African continent. Return to Cape Town via a wonderfully scenic coastal drive.
from R12,065
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'Topless' Cape Town Bus Tour
The hop-on hop-off 'topless' bus allows visitors to do their own city tour of Cape Town without worrying about routes, parking etc.
from R215
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Cape Town
##Cape Town Cape Town, situated in South Africa's Western Cape province, is arguably one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It’s the kind for place that you have to return to. It is special for various reasons, not least for its friendly, multicultural population. From here a variety of wonderful day tours are available.
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Table Mountain Cableway
##Table Mountain Cableway A visit to Cape Town can never be complete without the trip up Table Mountain by cable car. From the top of Table Mountain you have wonderful views over the city, Table Bay, the Atlantic Coastline and the tip of the Cape Peninsula.
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Victoria and Alfred (V&A) Waterfront
##Victoria and Alfred (V&A) Waterfront The Victoria and Alfred (V&A) Waterfront was developed in the working harbour of Cape Town and perfectly integrates port activities and leisure. It offers a fascinating and eclectic mix of specialty shops, markets, restaurants, bars, museums, cinemas and activities.
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