Destinations in the Western Cape
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Addo Elephant Park
This malaria free park is home to one of the densest populations of the African Elephant with over 450 in the park, including the rare flightless dung beetle and many antelope
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Albertinia
Home to the Aloe Ferox plant: products and tours, a thriving thatch and ochre industry and plenty of clean, fresh air
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Arniston
A seaside fishing village consisting of white houses with thatched roofs with unspoilt white beaches, whale watching from the shore and outdoor activities for everyone.
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Ashton
Surrounded by vineyards and fruit farms, this small town plays an important part in the canning industry in South Africa
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Barrydale
The centre of the R62 and joining point from the N2 make this small town a perfect stop over if you want to leave the city life behind
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Bettys Bay
What was once a whaling station is now a haven for the African Penguin, home to the spectacular Harold Porter Botanical Garden which makes up part of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve
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Boulders Penguin Colony
Here you have two beaches on the Cape Peninsula Tour route where the African Penguin breeds. One beach is for the penguins and the other is for us mere mortals (where the penguins do visit
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Caledon
Also known as the 'Capital of the Overberg', it is surrounded by wheat fields, known for its hot water mineral springs and the best area to see our national bird: The Blue Crane
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Calitzdorp
This is the port wine capital of South Africa as the climate is very similar to that of the Duoro Vally in Portugal
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Camps Bay
Watch the sunset from the road side café while sipping on your sundowner. The place for the who's who of Cape Town to hang out
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Cango Caves
30km from Oudtshoorn in a limestone ridge are the spectacular caves with stalactites and stalagmites. There are two tours to choose from: the standard tour, and the adventure tour (not for the claustrophobic)
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Cape Agulhas
This is the southern most tip of Africa and the official meeting point of the two oceans. It is also called the 'Cape of Storms' for good reason.
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Cape Point
This is the tip of the Cape Peninsula but not the point where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans join. For superb views over False Bay, a walk up to the old lighthouse is an absolute
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Cape Point Nature Reserve
This reserve covers the finger like shaped piece of land which extends south to Cape Point. There is a wide range of flora of which most are endemic to the area. Here you will also
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Cape Town
Cape Town is Africa's most popular tourist destination and home to Table Mountain, the unique Cape Floral Kingdom and a diverse culture. There are activities and attractions to suit almost every person
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Ceres
This is the centre of one of the most important deciduous fruit producing areas in the Western Cape which is why the area is named after the Roman goddess of fruitfulness. The latest activity
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Chapman’s Peak Drive
It is one of the most spectacular coastal drives in the world with 114 corners along the 9km route with 180 degree views. There are many areas enroute to stop, admire the route or have
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Clifton
This is the most affluent coastal suburb in South Africa and home to the most expensive real estate in the country. There are 4 beaches right on the doorstep of most of the houses.
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De Rust
The village is at the southern entrance to the Meiringspoort: a fantastic gorge through the Swartberg Mountain Range. On offer here is a fantastic climate - summers are hot and sunny while winter days are
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Franschhoek
This is the food and wine capital of the country where splendid wines are grown and top chefs create international cuisine. The town is situated in a valley surrounded by vineyard clad mountains
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