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Western Cape
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Western Cape
Be sure to give yourself at least 2 weeks to explore the diverse Western Cape region, home to Africa’s most visited city, Cape Town. more
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Chart Farm, Wynberg
Delicious home-made cakes and meals served in a beautiful garden, right in the heart of Wynberg. more
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A Darling of a town
The annual Darling Wildflower Show is a highlight on the West Coast town’s calendar. Its most famous resident is satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys. more
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Gay Cape Town
Cape Town is often referred to as the pink capital of South Africa, with several nightspots, guest houses and spas dedicated to the gay community. more
More about Western Cape
Langebaan Lagoon, West Coast
The Langebaan Lagoon is a wetland of international importance and an area of great scenic beauty, with dozens of nature- and water-based activities on offer. more
CTICC a leading light in event greening
The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) has implemented far-reaching intiatives to ensure it takes environmental responsibility in all facets of its business. more
'Air Jaws'
Witnessing great white sharks breach fully out of the water, attempting to snatch a meal in mid-air, is one of the world’s most extraordinary wildlife spectacles. more
Top 10
Regions in South Africa
1Cape Winelands
Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl are at the heart of the Cape winelands. Enjoy wine-tastings at the wine estates and a buy some of South Africa’s finest wines.
2The Garden Route & Klein Karoo
One of the most scenic tourism regions in the whole of the country, incorporating forests, beaches and mountains – it’s a veritable Garden of Eden
3The Kruger Lowveld
Here, you’ll find The Kruger National park - one of the most famous game parks in the world, as well as the Sabi Sand Reserve renowned for its exclusive private game reserves and designer lodges.
4The Cape Peninsula
Renowned for its famous beaches, gorgeous mountains and fabulous cosmopolitan vibes, the Cape Peninsula is one of the world’s great holiday destinations
5The Panorama Route
The Panorama Route is one of the most scenic areas in the country, incorporating Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, the Mac Mac Falls, Long Tom Pass and the Berlin Falls.
6The Drakensberg
For those who love nature, the Drakensberg in KwaZulu Natal is the place to be, enormous mountains, crystal clear springs, endless waterfalls, it’s picture-postcard country.
7Namaqualand
During springtime, Namaqualand is one of the most beautiful places on earth, when the barren landscape is transformed into carpets and carpets of brightly coloured wild flowers.
8Battlefields
Kwa-Zulu Natal’s battlefields follow the many skirmishes of the Anglo-Boer War and Zulu Wars of over 100 years ago. Visit the many battlesites, cemeteries forts and museums in the area.
9The Elephant Coast
With more than 21 different eco-systems, the Elephant Coast is home to the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and other famous conservation areas such as the Hluhulwe Mfolozi Park.
10West Coast
A favourite self-drive destination, the West Coast is home to picturesque fishing villages that specialise in home-grown hospitality. The wild flowers in Spring time are a major hit.
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A protea bloom within South Africa's fynbos.
Responsible Tourism Minimum Standard launched in Knysna.
Minister of Tourism Marthinus van Schalkwyk votes for Table Mountain.
Out of Africa craft shop at Cape Town International Airport
Music concert in the Forest Amphiteatre at Paul Cluver wine estate in Elgin
International comedian Paul Morocco.
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Robben Island jail court yard
The Robben Island Museum is centred round the notorious political prison where many of the leaders of the South African freedom struggle were imprisoned. The museum on Robben Island is now a symbol of liberation from oppression and was declared a World Heritage Site in 1999.