The Cape Point Route

The Cape Point Route in Southern Africa is anplayful local dolphins and humpback whales native
adventure that you should definitely consider ifto this area. Finish off your stay in Fish Hoek with
you are taking a vacation in Africa. This18 holes of golf at the Clovelly Country Club, a
magnificent stretch of highway is a breathtakinggorgeous course offering native sand dunes, flora
drive through some of the most beautiful countryand fauna and lovely water features.
in the world.Intermingling arts, crafts and natural splendor is
Take the Cape Point Route and explore bothKalk Bay, St. James, Muizenberg and Lakeside.
coastlines on either side of a national park, visit upKalk Bay is one of the hippest seaside villages
to 18 beaches, see a wide variety of wildlifefound on the cape offering a cosmopolitan
including whale watching, penguins, seals, exoticexperience of fine art, delicious gourmet cuisine
birds and baboons among others. Situated at theand beautiful architecture. Enjoy the community
southern end of Chapman's Peak Drive, one ofbased project known as Adventure Kalk Bay and
the most spectacular marine drives in the world,take a fishing trip out with some of the local
you will find rural Noordhoek. Browse shops atfisherman, or visit the harbour at noon when the
Noordhoek Farm Village, stop off for a bike ridefishing boats are returning with their catches. The
or walk along the trails of the Silvermine Reserve,125 year old Holy Trinity Church is one of the
experience the Noordhoek Art Route whichmany historic sites to be found in Kalk Bay. 36
boasts working artists and tours one Sunday eachkilometers of white sand and safe beaches are to
month, and visit the Red Herring Trading Post setbe found in Muizenberg, as well as swimming
amongst the ancient and majestic milkwood trees.pools, waterslide and putt-putt courses
Art galleries, pottery studios and a plant nurseryintermingled with lovely cafes and shops. The well
are just a few of the attractions awaiting you atknown Historical Mile is home to the South Afrcian
the Red Herring.Police Museum, Het Posthuys which is a historical
Following the Cape Point Route will take you todiorama of the 1795 Battle of Muizenberg and the
many other beautiful and exotic locations such asRhodes Cottage, where Cecil John Rhodes spent
Kommetjie, known for its incredible surfing,his final days. The Lindbergh Arts Foundation is a
Slangkop Lighthouse, which is the tallest cast ironblock of four houses designed by Sir Herbert
lighthouse in South Africa, Solole Game ReserveBaker and is home to an incredible collection of
offering close encounters with buffalo andAfricana and is frequently used for musical
antelope in their native habitat, and the peacefulperformances and art shows. At the foot of the
and quaint settlement of Masiphumelele, home toMuizenberg Mountains you will find beautiful
a mostly Xhosa speaking community offeringLakeside, with views of Zandvlei Lake and False
walking tours and visits to some communityBay, and the incredible Rondevlei Nature Reserve
projects.which is a wetland reserve and home to 230 bird
Scarborough and Cape Point is a seasidespecies, small mammals and hippopotamuses. The
conservation village known for its natural splendorImvubu Nature Tours offers activities within the
and creative indigenous gardens and is a greatRondevlei Reserve.
place to see whales and other native marineThe Cape Winelands Region is a must see area
animals. Scarborough beach is an ideal location foron any trip to southern Africa. Steeped in a
bird watching, walking the beach, sea kayakingdiverse history and culture, this area offers many
and surfing, and is home to Cape Clawless Otters.wonderful opportunities to experience the
The Good Hope Nature Reserve is within Tablefascinating and beautiful culture of the Rainbow
Mountain National Park and is one of the mostNation. Preserved architecture, museums, art
frequently visited attractions in South Africa.galleries and craft markets will allow the past and
Offering angling, surfing and diving spots andpresent to blend seamlessly in a truly amazing
protecting over 1200 species of fynbos, 250experience. A region known for its innovation and
species of birds and a wide variety of othercreativity, Cape Winelands is home to some of
mammals including buck and baboons, The Goodthe world's greatest master potters, beadworkers
Hope Nature Preserve is not to be missed.and weavers. Spring in this region offers a variety
The boulders, beaches and museums of Simon'sof seasonally specific events and attractions
Town and Glencairn are just a few of theincluding The Bonnievale Enduro Bike Race, Ceres
attractions to see on this stop along the CapeSquash Festival, Pick 'n Play Robertson Half
Point Route. Historical sites such as The Church ofMarathon, Woord Literature Festival, National
St. Francis, the oldest existing Anglican Church inCheese Festival, Nederburg Auction, JC le Roux
South Africa and The Roman Rock LighthouseDevon Valley Run, Dirtopia Mountain Bike Festival,
are in Simon's Town and boat trips for harborMichelle's Pass Half Marathon, Shark Rally, Safari
tours, whale watching and Seal Island and CapeHalf Marathon and many others. Regular
Point depart from here.attractions and things to do in the Cape Winelands
Fish Hoek and Clovelly lies on the Cape Pointregion includes miles of 4x4 trails and hiking trails,
Route and boasts one of the safest swimminganimal watching caravan and camping experiences,
beaches in South Africa, surrounded by beautifulenvironmental adventures for backpackers and
rugged mountains and white sands. A Stone Ageday trippers, and a host of adventures geared
cave site known as Peers Cave was where atoward family and children.
12000 year old man was discovered as well as aThis wonderful route offers many exciting
collection of Stone Age tools. The Fish Hoekadventures from sea kayaking to African safari,
Valley Museum houses interpretive displays of theand is sure to make any African holiday an
Peers Cave excavations and many collections ofadventure to remember. Do yourself a favor and
interest. A walk along Jager Walk will take youenjoy the Cape Point Route when you take your
along the rugged and rocky coastline to Sunnynext vacation in Africa. Enjoying this drive is
Cove where you can learn about the life of theluxury African travel at its finest.