Whats hot and Whats not

		Table Mountain On top of the mountain you will find unspoiled pathways, a curio shop and refreshments at the restaurant or bistro. Fantastic views of the Cape peninsula. Go to Table Mountain.
		Robben Island Robben Island also tells us about victory over apartheid and other human rights abuses and is a Heritage Site. Take the ferry and tour the island. Go to Robben Island.
		V & A Waterfront The Waterfront is one of the few Victorian harbours still in existence in the world and  has 38 national monuments. A vibrant working harbour and a fest for the senses. Go to V & A Waterfront.
		Cape Point It has stunning views, plant life, bird life, animals, history, light houses, restaurant, cliffs, beaches and mountains. Spend time walking the many paths. Go to Cape Point.
		Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden World-renowned for the beauty and diversity of the indigenous flora displayed in a magnificent setting on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. Go to Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
		Cape Winelands While discovering the Cape’s rich cultural heritage and beauty, sample the large number of wine routes. Take your time to taste the wine. Go to Cape Winelands.
		Cape Town City Centre You will never be bored in Cape Town. There are so many things to see while in the Cape Town city centre area, including  interesting museums and historical sights. Go to Cape Town City Centre.

Popularity: 8% [?]

ShareThis

(Sponsor Link: assetant.co.za)

  We are heading out there this weekend - will give a report !

Popularity: 14% [?]

ShareThis

(Sponsor Link: assetant.co.za)

If you are dying to get away from City life ready to go camp in the mountains this is the perfect location. Wonderful for hiking and rock pool swimming and in the winter months you can enjoy the slopes for some skiing. It can be very cold at night so bring some extra padding and sleeping bags. The summit can take up to 4 hours which makes your hike close to 8 hours.

The reception you will get is warm and welcome and you can by some wood as you are booking in. I love camping in the forest and with rockpools right at your doorstep there is no better way to fall asleep than the gushing of the stream right next to your ears.

This place is magicall and should definitely be on your to do list in winter.

WHAT TO BRING :

Binoculars, Extra warm clothing, Hat, Camera, Field guide book (fauna & flora)!

During snow time:
Sunglasses & Sunblock, Dry clothes & shoes, Wellingtons (gumboots) & gloves!

From their site : http://www.matroosberg.com/ .

LOCATION AND OVERVIEW:

The Matroosberg Reserve is situated on the farm Erfdeel, 35 Km from Ceres. The reserve covers more than 1000 Ha of mountain area, and reaches the Matroosberg Peak, which at the altitude of 2249m, is the highest in the Boland. (About 250m higher than Sneeuberg in the Cedarberg.)!

During the winter months, Matroosberg is often covered with snow. After a good snowfall, the Southern slopes remain snow-clad for quite some time and you can drive to the snow. This area is also well known for its private ski-slope.

From the mountain road (access only by 4×4) a beautiful panoramic view over the Warm Bokkeveld, Ceres, Droë Hoek, Koue Bokkeveld and the Ceres Karoo can be enjoyed. From Matroosberg Peak you have a wonderful view of the mountains of the Western Cape. Many other mountain peaks can be identified, such as the Witzenberg, Cedarberg and Du Toitskloof mountains. 
 

The Groothoekkloof, with its dazzling height and rock cliffs, also presents you with a breathtaking view.

ACTIVITIES:

The 4×4 Mountain/Snow Safari follows the same route as the 4×4’s, starting at 1250m above sea level and turning at a height of 2240m, with impressive rock formations and a beautiful panoramic view on the way up.

We stop at the viewpoints and at a fresh water spring, where you can see the water coming out of the ground. At the turning point we spend about an hour to give visitors an opportunity to walk along the cliffs.  

Popularity: 9% [?]

ShareThis

(Sponsor Link: assetant.co.za)

Langebaan is about 45min drive from Blouberg on the westcoast road and is awesome for a weekend breakaway. With Club Mykonos and the casino and the Plaaskombuis you will have more than enough to entertain you. The beach is wonderful and with loads of kitesurfing, sailing and eating going around. 

The plaaskombuis is also wonderful for functions and for R 100 you can induldge in the buffet there. From Vetkoek and jam to Mussles and all sorts of poultry and fish you can eat your belly chock and block. It is right on the beach and the atmosphere is truly phenomenal.  

There are many B&B’s around and you will have no problem finding accomodation here.

Their website :  http://www.langebaaninfo.co.za/

Langebaan is an idyllic little seaside town on the South African West Coast.  It is located at the edge of the Langebaan lagoon.

The lagoon is part of a protected area, the West Coast National Park, and is also popular for all kinds of water sport.  The area is popular with nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. 

During the flower season the landscape is transformed into a giant wildflower garden.

 Langebaan is a very popular holiday resort and offers a wide variety of activities and attractions within the immediate area.

 We love our town and hope that we will have the pleasure of welcoming you here soon!

Popularity: 6% [?]

ShareThis

(Sponsor Link: assetant.co.za)

Location = Situated approximately 100 km from Cape Town in the Western Cape, sandwiched between majestic mountains and the sea are the unique and charming coastal villages of Betty’s Bay, Kleinmond and Pringle Bay. Forming part of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve

Betty’s Bay

I love waking up here in the morning and I simply love the sunset. As the first rays peek through the opening I left in the curtains my entire heart and soul leaps out of my slumber to head to the beach. This wondrous beach waking up with me, the waves waking up every wind, every jogger and the fisherman walking on the sand truly writes what the morning holds.

As the sun starts setting the words come streaming through my finger tips and my thoughts freshly renewed by the beauty this day would hold. From coffee over the pebbled path, to our hosts dad thundering away at the weeds and wild flowers. We went on a treasure hunt on our bikes through this little Bay, Betty’s Bay, my now favourite retreat. Chased away from private property by Granny Weatherwax  shouting profanities that fell on deaf ears, to trotting over dirt roads and tar to a whale sightseeing.  Foreigners all over tried to make sense of our verbal awe; they were translating to their loved ones what we had seen.

We rendered back to our abode all starved and thirsty and laid into the Peroni’s cream cheese and crackers.

Have I mentioned, I really love waking up here in the morning and watching the sun settle in the background over the horizon. Getting ready to creep behind the monstrous magnifying mysterious Overberg Mountain to bid us farewell, surprising us again with a fantastic awaking of just how pretty it is over here,

The Overberg, Betty’s Bay –

Popularity: 9% [?]

ShareThis

(Sponsor Link: assetant.co.za)