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Whale watching at the Hermanus Whale Festival.

Bushmen Painting

A farm near Worcester

The award-winning Vergelegen Wine Estate.

Painting of a hunter, San rock art.

Bantry Bay Luxury Suites - a typical 4-star establishment.

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Natural attractions in the Western Cape

1. Table Mountain National Park
   

   No doubt the biggest natural attraction in the Western Cape is the beloved Table Mountain, situated within the Table Mountain National Park which encompasses a chain of rugged mountains that stretch...

   
2. Cape Floral Kingdom
   

   Stretching from the Cape Peninsula to the Eastern Cape, the Cape Floral Kingdom is a World Heritage Site – recognised as one of the richest areas in the world for plant biodiversity. The Cape Floral...

   
3. Whale Watching
   

   A major highlight of any trip to the Western Cape is seeing the whales. From June to October is a particular good time to view the whales. During September the Whale Festival takes place in the...

   
4. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
   

   In a gorgeous setting at the foot of Table Mountain, the world-famous Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens are renowned for showcasing the unique beauty and diversity of the Western Cape’s...

   
5. Cape Point
   

   This narrow finger of land is covered in indigenous fynbos (part of the Cape Floral Kingdom) as is also renowned for its incredible birdlife (especially pelagic birds). The baboon population is also...

   
6. Boulders Beach
   

   Well-protected from the wind by huge granite boulders, Boulders Beach (close to the naval port of Simon’s Town) is home to more than 3000 African penguins, and the beach is a major attraction for...

   
7. The Garden Route
   

   Stretching from the Southern Cape to the Tsitsikamma Forest, the Garden Route is one of the most scenic regions in the country – consisting of forests, lakes, mountains and pristine beaches.

   
8. Cango Caves
   

   The Cango Caves are known as the ‘underground wonderland of the Klein Karoo’. These caves are a series of dripstone caverns that were formed around 4500 million years ago.

   
9. Karoo National Park
   

   The Karoo contains the largest ecosystem in South Africa and boasts unique plants and creatures. The Karoo National Park is home to lions, rhino and buffalo.

   
10. Storms River Mouth
    

    The dramatic scenery of Storm’s River Mouth is a major draw card for travellers and adventure-seekers. The steep kloofs and waterfalls are a major attraction.