In this article, you'll find a basic guide to Cape Town, one of the world's most beautiful cities, and the kinds of things there are to see and discover there.

Cape Town, a wonderful city surrounded by ocean

In this article you will find all the reasons why you should go and have a unique experience in Hermanus.

Hermanus, whales from the beach

The Cape of Good Hope is a myth across the world. In this article you will find advice to help you make the most of your journey there.

Cape of Good Hope: an edge of the world

The Kruger National Park in one of the best known game reserves in the world, where you'll see a host of wild animals. Among them, you'll be able to spot the Big 5.

The Kruger, in search of the Big 5

Located at about&nbsp;six hours from Johannesburg by road (it's also possible to get there by plane), Kruger is THE national park to visit in South Africa.

Africa

Bathed by the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean, South Africa is a mosaic of hilly landscapes and stunning countryside. The mix of the different cultures of the Cape and Johannesburg makes these cities choice destinations for gourmets eager to taste Afrikaner cuisine. South Africa is the country of diversity. You will visit Robben Island, the island upon which Nelson Mandela was shut away for 18 years during Apartheid, and at the same time you will discover a country deeply marked by its history. You will stroll over the dunes of Arniston, will be amazed by the ostrich farms on the mountainous tracks of little Karoo and will end your excursion in the crystal clear waters of the rapids of the Tsitsikamma national park. The country also has a reputation for the quality of its wine. A walk in the bucolic region of Boland will enable you to sample the country's best wines directly at the producers. Finally, what would a trip to South Africa be without a safari to the heart of the most beautiful of wild animal reserves? You are bound to be charmed by the elephants, rhinos and tigers that populate the Kruger region.

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Kruger National Park

Located around 200 km from Nelspruit, Balule is a private nature reserve that has the advantage of being directly adjoined to Kruger National Park.

Balule

Ohrightad

This little village is situated at the entrance to theBlyde River Canyon in the Great Escarpment, in the northeast of the country. 

Graskop

Standing a little over 1000 metres in height, Table Mountain is the most famous of the three mountains overlooking Cape Town.

Table Mountain

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When visiting Capetown, regardless of where you are, you will always have a view of the surprisingly flat mountain that dominates the city, often covered in its "cloth" of clouds (hence the name "Table Mountain"). If you want to contemplate the view from above there are several options available to you: the cable car or climbing the trail. A return trip is relatively expensive, but if you wish to go to the top without paying too much, I recommend that you go up by cable car and walk back down the trail (fast enough to climb but of no particular interest as it is in a gorge). For lovers of walks, you will have your fair share! From the top, the view of the city is magnificent. I cannot really tell you about the sea view, which should also beautiful, because when I was there, there was a fog that you could cut with a knife and a sizeable wind. Moreover, when there is too much wind, the cable car is stopped. When I made my way towards the youth hostel where I was staying, the Table was clear again... as if it chose that moment! For my part, I came by way of Kirstenbosch Gardens. If you like a little bit of walking and off the beaten track, I would like to recommend that you take this route. You will enjoy the sensational and unique flora that grows up there (so many flowers that I have never seen!), classed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. From flora that is a little lacking to rushes and moss near to the extremity of the Table, you pass progressively through a flora more and more rich, very original, which borders a charming trail passing through the middle of large grey rocks, very pretty and imposing. <a></a>

The mythical mountain which dominates Capetown.

The photo of the view over Cape Town from Table Mountain will always remain one of the most beautiful images from my <a href="/south-africa/">trip to South Africa</a>. The summit can be reached on foot in a little over three hours if you're fit enough. If not, you can travel up by cable car instead. I recommend the first option, as it makes for a very beautiful walk. Once at the summit, you'll be able to admire views of Cape Town, which extends right to the ocean. It's quite superb. If simply contemplating the panoramic views is not enough for you, then I recommend heading off along the many hiking trails available. In summary, the trip up Table Mountain is one of the essential things to do when visiting Cape Town.

Standing a little over 1000 metres in height, Table Mountain is the most famous of the three mountains overlooking Cape Town.

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