Top 10s Fun experiences in the Western Cape
The awe-inspiring Two Oceans Aquarium
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1Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain and take in 360 degree views over Cape Town, the ocean, Robben Island and the harbour.
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2Two Oceans Aquarium
Dive with ragged-tooth sharks, large predators, rays and turtles in the predator exhibit tank or feed the fish in the fascinating Kelp Forest.
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3Kirstenbsoch summer sunset concerts
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Spend a Sunday afternoon from listening to the best of local music in this beautiful botanical garden at the foot of Table Mountain.
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4Horse-riding in Noordhoek
Noordhoek beach stretches seemingly forever so book a ride with a local stable and explore it on horseback.
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5Wine-tasting in Stellenbosch.
A university town blessed with attractive Cape Dutch heritage architecture, oak trees, restaurants and cafés, it also offers the opportunity to taste local wines at numerous wine estates.
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6Food safari, Franschhoek
Take a day to explore the restaurants, wine estates, chocolate shops and deli outlets of this food haven – just 90 minutes from Cape Town.
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7Adventure tourism - Garden Route.
Walk the scenic Otter Trail, go abseiling, kayaking, gorge swinging, quad biking, you name it – it’s all up for grabs.
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8Kite surfing at Langebaan
Take lessons with a local operator and try this fun sport that requires wind, water and open spaces, which Langebaan has aplenty.
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9Cocktails in Camps Bay, Cape Town
Enjoy a crazy colour cocktail at sunset in one of the trendy Camps Bay cafés overlooking the beach with its body beautiful people.
10Rastafarian township tour, Knysna
Get to know a little bit more about this Rasta community in this laid-back township just outside Knysna.
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