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OOne cannot go wrong with Cape Town as a holiday destination. South Africa’s Mother City is a perfect mix of beach, bush and historical sites. There's something about the city that can mesmerise and transport you to a different place. In fact, with a diverse mix of tourists visiting the city, you will feel like you are in many other countries all at once.
Because of its vastness, each trip to Cape Town can be a different experience. It could encompass culture, food or adventure. Below is a list of Cape Town experiences you should try:
Wine down
Cape Town is known for its wine farms. No visit is complete without taking a few trips to a vineyard where you get to savour some of the best red and white wines in a grand setting. Some wine farms like Groot Constantia and Durbanville Hills Winery pair wine with chocolate, cheese and biltong. Some establishments offer accommodation so you can spend a few days appreciating their wine and history. Besides, who can resist free-flowing wine?
Did You Know?
CCastle of Good Hope was once a port for sailors travelling around the region.
Safari
You do not have to go to Mpumalanga or KwaZulu-Natal to enjoy Big 5 sightings. Cape Town has a vast number of game reserves that offer rhino, giraffe and lion viewing. Places like Thali Thali Game Reserve, near the West Coast also provide archery lessons while others like Aquila Private Game Reserve showcases their animal rescue centre and five-star accommodation.
Why Cape Town should be on your bucketlist
TTake a city tour
Cape Town is known for its architecture and landmark buildings. Hop on a City Sightseeing bus which travels around some of the city’s most historic buildings, including the District Six Museum, South African Jewish Museum, and the Castle of Good Hope. Robben Island makes for an ideal day trip.
Explore the food
Cape Town is famed for its fresh seafood, Cape Malay dishes and extraordinary desserts like koeksisters. Make a list of places you want to visit during your stay and tick it off as you go along. Some tour agencies offer top-notch food tours.
Splurge
High tea at Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is a Cape Town tradition travellers should experience once in their lifetime. Then there is a spa treatment at The 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa and a shopping experience at the Waterfront that will do wonders for the soul. It may set you back a bit, but the splurge is so worth it.
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