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Marloth Nature Reserve
Perched in the Langeberge, 1.5km north of town, this reserve is particularly pretty in October and November when the ericas are in flower. If the day hikes don’t hit the spot, try the demanding Swellendam Hiking Trail, regarded as one of South Africa’s top 10 hikes. You can choose
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Groote Kerk
The highlights of the mother church of the Dutch Reformed Church (Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk; NG Kerk) are its mammoth organ and ornate Burmese teak pulpit, carved by master sculptors Anton Anreith and Jan Graaff. The building’s otherwise an architectural mishmash, with parts d
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Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve
Bordering much of the 30km-long Blyde River Canyon, the 26,000-hectare Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve winds its way north from Graskop, following the Drakensberg Escarpment and meeting the Blyde River as it snakes down to the lowveld. The majority of visitors drive along the can
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Steenberg Vineyards
Enjoy the gorgeous contemporary tasting bar and lounge at Steenberg Vineyards, in which you can sample its great merlot, sauvignon blanc, semillon and Méthode Cap Classique sparkler. The farm estate is the oldest on the Cape, dating back to 1682 when it was known as Swaane-weide (F
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!Khwa ttu
!Khwa ttu is the only San-owned and -operated culture centre in the Western Cape. It is based on an 8.50-sq-km nature reserve within the ancestral lands of the San. Tours involve a nature walk in which you learn about San culture, and a wildlife drive – youll likely see various ant
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Sun City
At Sun City, the legendary creation of entrepreneur Sol Kerzer, Disneyland collides with ancient Egypt in Africa’s version of Vegas. Filled with gilded statues of lions and monkeys, acres of artificial beaches, 1200 hotel rooms and line upon line of clinking slot machines, it serve
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V&A Waterfront
This historic working harbour has a spectacular setting and many tourist-oriented attractions, including masses of shops, restaurants, bars, cinemas and cruises. The Alfred and Victoria Basins date from 1860 and are named after Queen Victoria and her son Alfred. Too small for moder
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Spring Way
On Newlands, just off Kildare Rd, you may be intrigued to see a steady flow of cars pulling into and out of a cul-de-sac. A clue lies in the road’s name: Spring Way. At the end of the cul-de-sac flows fresh water that has been piped straight from a spring off of Table Mountain. The
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Kommetjie Beaches
A top surfing location, Kommetjie offers an assortment of reefs that hold a very big swell. Outer Kommetjie is a left point out from Slangkop Lighthouse, at the southern end of the village. Inner Kommetjie is a more protected, smaller left, with lots of kelp (only at high tide). Th
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Two Oceans Aquarium
This excellent aquarium features denizens of the deep from the cold and the warm oceans that border the Cape Peninsula, including ragged-tooth sharks. There are penguins, turtles, an astounding kelp forest open to the sky, and pools in which kids can touch sea creatures. Qualified
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De Tuynhuis
Dating from 1700, but altered during the British administration of the 19th century when it was the home of the British governor, De Tuynhuis was originally used to accommodate dignitaries of the VOC not housed at the Castle. From the front gate you’ll just about be able to make ou
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Solms
In addition to tastings and sales, various heritage tours are available at this excellent winery. The museum covers Cape history and tells the Solms-Delta story from the perspective of farm workers throughout the years. On the culinary side, there’s Fyndraai Restaurant , serving or
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Sandy Bay
This particularly beautiful stretch of sandy beach is roughly a 15-minute walk to the south from the Sunset Rocks parking area at Llandudo. As Cape Towns unofficial nudist beach – though theres no pressure to take your clothes off – its popular with nature lovers, and with the gay
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Raffia Palm Monument
Raphia Australis palms were first planted here in 1916 from seeds. The idea was to use the palm fibres to make brooms for the prison service, but, as the fibres were too short, the commercial enterprise soon ended. However, the palms (whose leaves are among the largest in the plant
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Nisela Safaris
Nisela is a small private reserve nestled at the foot of the Lubombo Mountains. Wildebeest, giraffes, zebras, warthogs and numerous species of antelope are widespread throughout the reserve, but theres no big stuff. Its also famed for its abundant bird life, especially raptors. Var
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Wildebeest Kuil Rock Art Centre
On a site owned by the !Xun and Khwe San people, who were relocated from Angola and Namibia in 1990, this small sacred hill has 400-plus rock engravings dating back millennia. Visits start with a video detailing the troubled history of the !Xun and Khwe, followed by an excellent, i
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Valley of Desolation
The Valley of Desolation is the park’s most popular sight. It’s a hauntingly beautiful valley with an outstanding view – the rugged, piled dolerite columns here are set against the backdrop of the endless Karoo plains. Graaff-Reinet is also visible, nestled in a bend of the Sundays
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Cathedral Peak Nature Reserve
In the shadow of the ramparts of Cathedral Peak, this reserve backs up against a colossal escarpment of peaks between Royal Natal National Park and Giant’s Castle, west of Winterton. With the Bell (2930m), the Horns (3005m) and Cleft Peak (3281m) on the horizon, this is a beautiful
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Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve
The Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve is inland from Port Shepstone, off the N2. The spectacular gorge, on the Umzimkulwana River, is one of the highlights of the South Coast with beautiful scenery, animals and birds, plus walking trails and pretty picnic spots. The reception office is ac
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Rorke’s Drift Orientation Centre
Rorke’s Drift Orientation Centre, on the site of the original mission station, is excellent. The Zulu know this site as Shiyane, their name for the hill at the back of the village. The Rorke’s Drift–Shiyane Self-Guided Trail brochure (R3) is a helpful reference. Zulu was actually f
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