Durban is the 3rd largest city in South Africa. Blessed being right on the warm Indian Ocean it is surrounded by miles of golden sandy beaches. The subtropical climate provides more than 200 sunny days a year, which offers a huge variety of outdoor activities such as canoeing, surfing, diving and sailing.

Durban is one of the most surf world-class spots cities in the world. The city also hosts to many international sporting events, ranging from golf, and surfing world champion shops, to cricket world cup. Home to South Africa’s only surfing museum, Durban also got Kings Park, which is a large stadium where many big rugby matches are held.
 

Cultural attractions: Zulu cultural villages to visit, township tours and visits to mosques or the beautiful Temple of Understanding. Durban has number of fantastic shopping complexes that offer a wide variety of options. Visit the bustling Victoria Street market to pick up a bargain or head for the city hall which houses an art gallery and natural science museum. Durban is also very cosmopolitan and after dark, offers range of nightlife activities, ranging from elegant restaurants and bars to trendy nightclubs.

Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain forming an undoubted symbol of Cape Town, South Africa. Table Mountain is an important tourist attraction offers great hiking trails and stunning views over the city and its surroundings. The highest point of Table Mountain is Maclear’s Beacon at 1,086 m above sea level. It is a great destination for both young and old. There’s a cafeteria where you can enjoy a mile-high meal.

The Table Mountain Park is recognized globally for its extraordinarily rich, diverse and unique fauna and flora – with rugged cliffs, steep slopes and sandy flats – is a truly remarkable natural, scenic, historical, cultural and recreational asset both locally and internationally. Botanists estimate that more than 1,000 plant species are found here, ranging from Regal Protea to ground-hugging ferns.

There are numerous trails for the hiker to walk up the mountain. However, most visitors take the aerial cable car to the top. The car is quite different than most, as it has a floor that rotates 360° as it ascends the mountain. With a strong desire to gain easy access to the top of Table Mountain, the Cape Town City Council commissioned an engineer to investigate the various options of transport to the top.

In 1926 the Norwegian engineer – Trygve Stromsoe, presented plans for a cableway to the top of Table Mountain. The idea that an easy route up would finally become a reality drew them together, forming the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company to finance the construction. Since it’s opening in 1929, over 16 million people have taken the trip to the top of Table Mountain.

Grand Daddy is a very interesting hotel situated in Cape Town, South Africa. The Grand Daddy’s big talking point is its trailer park, where a collection of vintage Airstream caravans sited on the rooftop. Each of the 7 two-sleeper caravans have been designed by local artists.

The hotel is part of Daddy Long Legs Group. The philosophy is simple, excellent service, clean and comfortable rooms. The hospitable staff of the hotel will help you through the gentle journey about the surroundings of the hotel and the history of the city.

The vintage caravans were designed by studio Whatiftheworld, which tasked local artists with decorating a space with a motif of their choice. They ended with a concept ranged from The Ballad of John & Yoko, adorned with a guitar and simple white interior, to Goldilocks and The Three Bears, which has a quaint storybook feel to it.

The two-person Airstreams are situated neatly around the rooftop bar, which is open for afternoon drinks to guests and just the plain curious alike.Rooms in the hotel start at 945 rands ($90) and can be booked through Tablet.

There is wildness to Cape Town – the big skies, the rugged canyons, the jagged outcroppings of sandstone and granite that rises over the icy South Atlantic at the tip of Africa. Today in Cape Town you can enjoy penguins waddle across white-sand beaches, elands wander the dunes, hungry baboons jump on unsuspecting tourists pifer apart their stuff.

Cape Town is a place, which can amused a visitor with its grand-scale landscapes. Besides it’s all became very cheap to explore  with the South African rand. You can stay in a good hotel room, rent a car, eat excellent meals and stroll in spectacular wilderness, all for a total of $300 per a day. The picture displays Kalk Bay – a funky mix of tidy Edgartown and rough-edged New Bedford — hug the coast.

In this image Table Mountain National Park, a tremendous area that encompasses the Table Mountain range and extends from Cape Town’s Signal Hill to the southernmost tip of the cape.

The neighborhood of Bo-Kaap, also emerged as its colorful architecture and large Muslim community.

Baboons scavenge for food in Table Mountain National Park.

A view of Cape Town.

Cape town is a place where old and new harmoniously converge – in history, architecture, cultural pursuits and the essence of its people. Warmed by the African sun, the city is dominated by a towering, table-shaped mountain, set on a peninsula of soaring, rocky heights and lush valleys, where two oceans converge- Indian and Atlantic. Boundless natural beauty, a pleasant life , a lot of cultures and different people mixed in the unique Cape town.

The city has several well-known natural features that attract tourists, most notably Table Mountain. Many tourists also drive along Chapman’s Peak Drive, a narrow road that links Noordhoek with Hout Bay, for the views of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby mountains. Many tourists also visit Cape Town’s beaches, which are popular with local residents. Due to the city’s unique geography, it is possible to visit several different beaches in the same day, each with a different setting and atmosphere. Beaches located on the Atlantic Coast tend to have very cold water as the water is mostly glacial melt from Antarctica.

The city has several notable cultural attractions. The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, built on top of part of the docks of the Port of Cape Town, is one of the city’s most popular shopping venues, with several hundred shops and the Two Oceans Aquarium.
Cape Town is noted for its architectural heritage, with the highest density of Cape Dutch style buildings in the world. Cape Dutch style, which combines the architectural traditions of the Netherlands, Germany and France, is most visible in Constantia, the old government buildings in the Central Business District, and along Long Street.
Night life in the city caters for all tastes and preferences, with a range of restaurants and cafes that are generally recognized as including some of the finest eateries in South Africa (both in food quality and decor terms). Night clubs and bars abound with popular areas including the top end of Long Street.

A lot of tourists visit the Archery. Archery has been introduced as one of the Sun City adventure activities and offers guests the challenge of mastering this ancient art. Using modern equipment and under the the supervision of competent instructors, you will quickly master the technique of shooting. Challenge yourself and see how you would fare against the legends!

Clay Pigeon Shooting at Sun City is big attraction for the Visitors of the town. For those who prefer adventure activities with more firepower, Sun City offers Clay Pigeon Shooting. Test your accuracy with a 12-gauge shotgun and aim for the clay pigeon. Instructors are on hand to assist if you have had no previous experience. This is one of the Sun City adventure activities not to be missed.

Cape town is city which you should visit!

Blyde Canyon Country is characterised by towering mountains, deep ravines, green valleys, fast-flowing rivers and an abundance of wildlife, including The Big Five. Its scenery is unsurpassed, its vegetation both varied and lush and the rich selection of bird life includes a breeding colony of the rare bald ibis. Just over halfway down, the swift-flowing Blyde River is joined by the Ohrigstad River from the west.

Enjoy adventure at its best at the Blyde River Canyon Reserve, where an abundance of hiking trails await your voyaging. Other enjoyable activities on offer at Blyde River Canyon Reserve include white water rafting, mountain biking, walking trails, luxury 4×4 game drives, golf, tennis and abseiling or boat trips on the Blyde Dam. The Blyde River has many opportunities for adventure activities such as river rafting, black water tubing, abseiling, rock climbing and scuba diving.

Only 35 minutes from Kruger National Park:This is the perfect family safari, offering wildlife nature conservation, cultural interaction, and adventure. On this Kruger Park safari you will spend time in Kruger National Park, Balule Private Game Reserve and enjoy activities at the Blyde River Canyon. You will learn about the plant and animal life, and how important each aspect of nature is. At the end of the day you will realize that plants, animals, predators and the insects are interdependent upon one another. The canyon is home to a diversity of plants and many animal species, including the Big Five, Antelope, Giraffes and Hippo. A number of plant species is endemic to the area, some only occurring on a single mountaintop. Predators include civet, leopard, serval, and caracal. Hippo and croc lurk in the rivers and lakes and the most distinctive of the bird species are eagles, buzzards, and falcons.

Popular activities in the reserve include fishing and hiking to beauty spots such as God’s Window, which offers unparalleled views across the canyon and the Lowveld. The town of Pilgrim’s Rest is of particular interest as a former gold-mining town between 1873 and 1972.

Knysna’s 5-star multi award winning lodge offers the ultimate in pampering and service. Luxurious individually decorated log chalets and family suites have every conceivable comfort. Six units have air conditioner, Jacuzzi and fireplace and the Executive Chalet has a private spa for the ultimate in pampering. Knysna Tonquani Lodge offers luxurious, individually decorated log cabins and en suite double and family suites all with fully stocked mini bar, complimentary port and chocolates, tea, coffee and biscuits. Guests can look forward to enjoying a full and varied breakfast with freshly baked scones, muffins and pancakes. On request all meals can be served in your unit. A light lunch menu is offered and cake is served every afternoon.

The Spa has been designed to ensure total relaxation and privacy and clients enjoy the exclusive use of the Spa facilities during their treatment. There are all kinds of treatments and therapies to relax, replenish and invigorate. Facilities include an indoor heated Jacuzzi with recliner; sauna; relaxation beds and two massage and therapy rooms. Highly trained qualified therapists offer Aromatherapy Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Qigong Facials, Indian Head Massage as well as orthodox beauty treatments. This cabin comprises of a double bedroom that’s fully furnished with a couch, TV & clock radio, air conditioner, complimentary port and chocolates, a kitchenette with microwave, fridge, tea/coffee and biscuits, etc. The is also a full bathroom with bath, shower and bathrobes. Bed configuration Furnished with a double bed.

Private enclosed garden with sun beds, patio with barbecue, lounge with TV, DVD, hi-fi and aircon, kitchen with microwave, fridge, tea, coffee and biscuits, etc, bathroom with bath, separate shower and bath robes, two bedrooms with double beds. Each unit has its own private patio and BBQ, and there is a sparkling swimming pool to cool off in.

Knysna is fast becoming known as the Adventure centre of the Garden Route, with activities such as canoeing, hiking, biking, fishing, diving, para gliding and many more adrenalin pumping sports activities. South Africa has been listed amongst the top 10 most desirable destinations in the world with the Garden Route as one of the top three. As a result of a countrywide poll, Knysna was twice voted “Most popular town in South Africa”.

10.”The Twelve Apostles” Hotel and Spa
The luxurious Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa lies where earth, sea and sky meet, poised above Atlantic rollers and flanked by the majestic Table Mountain and her Twelve Apostles mountain range in glorious Cape Town, South Africa. Azure, serving an international menu with an emphasis on South African cuisine, with fresh seafood, local produce and outstanding Cape wines. Leopard Room Lounge & Bar, with panoramic views of the ocean and mountain, for snacks, tea and drinks, with live entertainment. Al fresco Apostle Cafe, for bistro-style food. Heated outdoor pool and whirlpool. Scuba diving and snorkeling just a minute from the hotel. Beach at nearby Camps Bay for surfing, swimming and volleyball. Golf, fishing, kayaking and mountains walks are also available close by.

Morukuru Lodge is located on the banks of the Marico River and offers privacy and tranquility along with complete luxury, exceptional service and excellent facilities in the heart of the wild African bush.Situated in the heart of the Madikwe Game Reserve, this Madikwe lodge is a beautiful, exclusive and intimate bush villa suited to guests or small groups of friends and family looking for a luxurious and welcoming bush adventure.

This Madikwe lodge combines stylish decor with traditional African hospitality to make you feel at home and comfortable. It is located on the banks of the Marico River and offers privacy and tranquility along with complete luxury, exceptional service and excellent facilities in the heart of the African bush.
This Madikwe lodge boasts an excellent and experienced team of dedicated staff that will take care of your every need and desire. The staff includes the personal manager, ranger, chef, butler, tracker and housekeeping staff, all of whom will try their utmost to make you feel relaxed, comfortable and at home.

Guests will have their own private game viewing vehicle and game ranger. This gives you the of flexibility of scheduling game drives at times convenient to you.
This luxurious Madikwe lodge accommodation offers 3 spacious and uniquely decorated bedrooms. These rooms each boast their own private deck, air conditioners and fans.

Each bedroom at this Madikwe lodge accommodation has a full bathroom en-suite with the option of enjoying a foam bath or shower indoors or out. Adjacent to the 3 bedrooms is spacious family rooms with large couch which doubles up as 2 single beds should extra accommodation is required. The family room boasts office and recreational facilities including a TV and DVD, Internet and satellite access.

Living areas:

The villa’s living area provides you with an elegant and uniquely African feel. There is an indoor area where guests can relax and admire the beauty and tranquility of this heavenly place.

Let the sights and sounds of the bush and wilderness captivate and inspire you as you gaze across the landscape at this Madikwe lodge accommodation. On rainy days or chilly nights, curtains will be drawn, candles lit and guests can cuddle up in front of a roaring fire.

Outside:

The central outdoor living area is the ideal setting to indulge in the bush experience. The wooden deck surrounds the villa where guests can recline on the sun loungers at the swimming pool, or soak up the African rays with a delicious cocktail in hand.

Enjoy a revitalizing nap under the Majestic Tamboti trees, which provides much needed shade from the glaring African sun. As night falls, guests can retreat to the boma area, sit around the cosy log fire and chat about the day’s adventures.

Presided over by Table Mountain and skirted by the Atlantic Ocean and a string exquisite beaches, top attractions include the bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the famed Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, the Cape of Good Hope Natural Reserve, the Cape Winelands, and Robben Island.

The top of Table Mountain offers spectacular views in all directions and gives a birds eye view of the city. The upper cable car station is situated at 1067 metres and the revolving cablecar makes sure that your trip up and down gives you a good look in all directions.

The famous Robben Island, whose prison was once home to former South African president Nelson Mandela as well as many other black political freedom fighters, is now a World Heritage Site and provides stunning views across the bay with Table Mountain as its backdrop. A trip to the island is an unforgettable experience and offers a glimpse into the life and times of the apartheid era. Daily tours to the island include the ferry trip there and back, an island tour and a tour of the prison with a fomer political prisoner as your guide. Allow three and a half hours for the trip (this includes the 1/2 hour ferry trip each way) and book in advance. Ferries leave at regular intervals throughout the day from the Clock Tower precint at the V&A Waterfront.

A visit to one of the many townships surrounding the city is an experience that will open your eyes to the way in which the biggest portion of Cape Town’s population are living. Despite difficult circumstances and poor living conditions, you will experience the vibrancy and spirit of the South African people.

At the tip of the Cape Peninsula you will find Cape Point within the Cape Peninsula National Park. The treacherous cliffs forming the most southwestern tip of Africa are some of the highest in the world and mark the spot where the cold Beguela current on the West coast and the warm Agulhus current on the East coast merge.Inside the reserve you will find a variety of animals including buck, baboons and Cape Mountain Zebra as well as over 250 species of birds and indigenous flora that is found nowhere else in the world. Take a scenic drive, stop at one of the many picnic spots and tidal pools and travel to the Lighthouse lookout by funicular or on foot for spectacular views.Cape Town has some of the best beaches in the world to offer, so if you’re a sand-and-sea lover be sure to take some time out to relax and soak up the sun. From the family beaches on the False Bay coastline to the trendy Clifton beaches on the Atlantic Seaboard – you’re sure to find a stretch of sand that suits your fancy.Boulders Penguin Colony is home to a growing colony of the vulnerable African Penguin. Wooden walkways allow visitors to view the penguins in their natural habitat and there is also a new information centre. Children will love the penguins and their antics and Boulders Beach is also worth a stop for safe and enjoyable swimming.The wine farms of Stellenbosch are the closest in distance to Cape Town and are within a 45-minute drive of the city centre. This is the most well known wine region and is home to a variety of cellars- producing some of the country’s most acclaimed wines. The town of Stellenbosch is a univeristy town and the oak-lined Dorp Street is home to museums and galleries as well as many student cafes and restaurants.Wine tasting, cellar tours and stopping to enjoy the scenic beauty at the various wine farms could easily take a day or more, so it is advisable to have a rough idea of where you would like to go before you set out. Many of the wine estates have become very tourist orientated offering guided tours, gift shops and restaurants while at some of the small estates you may end up sitting in a rustic cellar sipping wines with the wine maker himself. Different experiences appeal to different people, but whether it’s big or quaint you prefer you’re sure to find something that appeals to you.Stellenbosch is home to the first offical wine route that was founded in 1971 – entrances to wine farms are clearly sign posted and wine may be purchased at all of the cellars. Both national and international delivery can be arranged.