Africa travel blog

Four seasons in one day and three cities in one … Cape Town is captivating, entertaining and a definite “must-see before you die”. Whether you’re after the iconic sights, city delights, hanging with the in-crowd or just a laid-back beach vibe on the tip of Africa, there is something for everyone in Cape Town.

The City Bowl
Catch the cableway and a view of this beautiful city from the top of Table Mountain. Watch the hustle and bustle of Cape Town harbour from the Waterfront; shop/drop/wine&dine in the trendy Cape Quarter before hitting the Long Street nightspots.
Accommodation
Mount Nelson – Cape Town’s Grande Dame
Commodore – At the heart of the Waterfront
Urban Chic – Boutique hotel in the centre of the action

Atlantic Seaboard
Stroll along the Sea Point promenade, and then join the bronzed bodies on the Clifton beaches before sundowners with the beautiful people at one of the seafront cafes on the palm-lined Camps Bay strip. Further down the coast are the delights of Llandudno beach and its millionaire’s hideaways, or bare all at nearby Sandy Bay nudist beach.
Accommodation
O on Kloof – Boutique hotel near the trendy beaches
Twelve Apostles – Stunning location on the Atlantic coastal drive
Tintswalo Atlantic – Exclusive luxury right beside the ocean

False Bay Coast
At the other end of the Cape Peninsula, the False Bay coastline promises the laid-back Cape Town beach experience. Close to Cape Point, historical Simon’s Town oozes with naval history and the Boulder’s Beach penguin colony. Take the local train that hugs the coastline, or enjoy the selection of sheltered beaches, bohemian shopping and relaxed dining at this end of Cape Town.
Accommodation
Colona Castle – An elegant base with panoramic False Bay views
The St James – Luxury seaside boutique hotel
Boulders Beach Lodge – Seaside hideaway and restaurant near the famous penguin colony.