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Western Cape

The Western Cape, known as the ‘ Fairest Cape in the World’, has so much to offer. From the awesome mountains to the glorious sandy beaches, there’s something for everybody. You must visit the beautiful, cultivated wine regions, the subtropical forests of Knysna and the stunning Garden Route, and the Whale Coast near Cape Agulhas.

Across the mountains to the north are the vast plains of the Karoo, where you will find natural wonders such as the Cango Caves and the Cederberg Mountains.

Cape Town Situated on the south western tip of Africa 1600km from Johannesburg, Cape Town is one of the most famous and scenic cities in the world. It has a vibrant and cosmospolitan character - a historical melting pot of Indonesian, French, Dutch, British and German settlers...Read more

Garden Route The Garden Route runs along a scenic stretch of coastline between Mossel Bay and the Tsitsikamma River mouth. Bustling seaside resorts and charming coastal villages nestle amongst incredible landscapes...Read more

West Coast More travellers and holidaymakers are visiting the west coast, to experience the rugged mountainous landscapes and a wide diversity of flora and fauna. This area is densely populated with exotic fynbos vegetation and animals often rare in the rest of South Africa...Read more

Wine Region Emerging from the shadow of Apartheid, South Africa is making first class wines, which give good value for money at all levels. The wine region is centred around Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschoek...Read more

The Overberg The Overberg, literally ‘over the mountain’, is situated between the Hottentots Holland mountains and Mossel Bay, incorporating the Breede River Valley. Agriculture and animal husbandry are the main activities in this region...Read more