The quintessential melting pot of South Africa, Cape Town is a
city alive with sounds, tastes, colour and fun. Walking in South Africa
is best experienced as a well-rounded exploration of both the landscape
and the cities. Start in Cape Town, where you can't help but fall in
love with the culture and people.
Explore, explore, explore
Your first port of call should be Signal Hill, where you can get true panoramic views of the city from the peak. After this, wander through the historic part of Cape Town, past Company Gardens, St. George's Cathedral, the President's home (de Tuynhuis) and the very famous flower sellers of the city. Spend the rest of the day relaxing, shopping or resting in your hotel to prepare for the next day. Walking in South Africa may be tiring at times - but there is so much to see you won't want to miss a thing!
Next, head to the Cape Peninsula and explore the Cape of Good Hope National Park. You will travel along coastal roads and through some chic suburbs of Camps Bay, Clifton and the beautiful fishing community of Hout Bay, before coming to a scenic drive along Chapman's Peak. From here, you will soon arrive at the Cape Peninsula National Park where you can spend a few hours just wandering around discovering the flora and fauna here. During your walk, you may come across a shipwreck that ran aground way back in May 1968. You will also be able to get an excellent view of Table Mountain and the Kommetjie lighthouse, which was operational between 1860 and 1919. If you feel energetic, take a walk up to the lighthouse to inspect it close up.
Your next adventure should be to take a cable car up to Table Mountain, then enjoy a scenic walk along the edge of the mountain until you reach Maclear's Beacon at the very top. You can enjoy a lovely picnic lunch while you are up there before returning to the city.
Another must-see while you are on a holiday walking in South Africa is the Winelands. The region is abundant with vineyards, thanks to the ideal, temperate climate. Here, you can take a relaxing walk in Jonkershoek Nature Reserve, near Stellenbosch. Later in the day you can enjoy a fascinating tour of the winemaking process at a wine estate. Indulge yourself in the wine tasting session before being served a delicious lunch!
Walking in South Africa not only allows you to enjoy the beauty of the landscape up close and personal, but immersing oneself in the culture at such an intimate level allows one to truly experience this wonderful country, rather than simply visit it.
Explore, explore, explore
Your first port of call should be Signal Hill, where you can get true panoramic views of the city from the peak. After this, wander through the historic part of Cape Town, past Company Gardens, St. George's Cathedral, the President's home (de Tuynhuis) and the very famous flower sellers of the city. Spend the rest of the day relaxing, shopping or resting in your hotel to prepare for the next day. Walking in South Africa may be tiring at times - but there is so much to see you won't want to miss a thing!
Next, head to the Cape Peninsula and explore the Cape of Good Hope National Park. You will travel along coastal roads and through some chic suburbs of Camps Bay, Clifton and the beautiful fishing community of Hout Bay, before coming to a scenic drive along Chapman's Peak. From here, you will soon arrive at the Cape Peninsula National Park where you can spend a few hours just wandering around discovering the flora and fauna here. During your walk, you may come across a shipwreck that ran aground way back in May 1968. You will also be able to get an excellent view of Table Mountain and the Kommetjie lighthouse, which was operational between 1860 and 1919. If you feel energetic, take a walk up to the lighthouse to inspect it close up.
Your next adventure should be to take a cable car up to Table Mountain, then enjoy a scenic walk along the edge of the mountain until you reach Maclear's Beacon at the very top. You can enjoy a lovely picnic lunch while you are up there before returning to the city.
Another must-see while you are on a holiday walking in South Africa is the Winelands. The region is abundant with vineyards, thanks to the ideal, temperate climate. Here, you can take a relaxing walk in Jonkershoek Nature Reserve, near Stellenbosch. Later in the day you can enjoy a fascinating tour of the winemaking process at a wine estate. Indulge yourself in the wine tasting session before being served a delicious lunch!
Walking in South Africa not only allows you to enjoy the beauty of the landscape up close and personal, but immersing oneself in the culture at such an intimate level allows one to truly experience this wonderful country, rather than simply visit it.
Tony Maniscalco is the Marketing Manager for Ramblers Worldwide Holidays. Join us on a holiday walking in South Africa
to the most scenic locations & landscapes at the best value prices.
We offer over 140 guided group walking holidays in over 60 different
countries.
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