Cape Town Beau ConstantiaConstantia Mist, Constantia Main Rd, Constantia, Cape Town021-794 3376View: Vineyards Grand Cafe & BeachBeach Road, Granger Bay, Cape Town021 425 0551View: Ocean and beach Harbour House – Mostly seafood with great views of the harbourKalk Bay Harbour: 021 788 4133Quay 4, V&A Waterfront: 021 418 4744View: Harbour H I M I T…
Ever wanted to know other people’s much loved food secrets. Here are some of my friend’s preferred places to buy their favourite food items. Obviously my friends have a pasteis de nata fettish… Who would have thought? In alphabetical order: Ania:Vredehoek Spar for freshly baked olive ciabatta and pasteis de nata (and cheap salmon…
Hiking up Simonsberg from Tokara I hike on Table Mountain often but I found the view and surrounds of this hike even more spectacular. You are allowed to enter from first light and entrance is free of charge. Drive to Tokara Wine & Olive Estate and pass the Tokara Restaurant on the left. Drive into…
Popular walks on the mountain Please take the necessary safety precautions when walking / hiking in Cape Town. Do not carry cameras, money etc. Walk during peak hours, usually the time before or after work. Do not go alone. Carry water, take something warm, let someone know which route you are taking etc. Table Mountain…
Hiking up Corridor to the top of Table Mountain Corridor Ravine is a relatively easy hike – in comparison to the other routes up Table Mountain. The route winds its way up the mountain, above Camps Bay. The views of the ocean are spectacular. Park near the boom in Theresa Avenue, Camps Bay. Google map…
Hiking up Woody Ravine to the top of Table Mountain Woody Ravine offers quite a bit of shade, if you want to climb Table Mountain on a hot day. The route winds its way up the mountain, above Camps Bay. The views of the ocean and Lion’s Head is spectacular. Park near the boom in…
Hikes around the Cape where you can swim Summer is here and a swimming spot is needed after a long hike. Here is a list where you can hike and cool off. Above Skeleton Gorge There is a dam on top of Table Mountain with a white sandy “beach”. A great reward for summiting the…
Eating in (in Cape Town) Since the start of Covid, many people prefer to dine in. As you are on holiday and might not want to cook or go out to buy all the ingredients, we have compiled a list of options from which you can order in. A chef: Herewith a list of recommended…
Getaway near Cape Town: Tulbach Tulbach is +/- a 1,5 hour drive from Cape Town and is well known for excellent wine and mountain biking. Accommodation in Tulbach: Tulbach Hotel Best coffee: Things I love Dinner: Readers Restaurant Hike: Waterfall Nature Reserve Where to shop: Made in Tulbach Cycle: Check out the routes listed on…
Hiking up Kasteelspoort to the top of Table Mountain I find Kasteelspoort to be the third easiest route up Table Mountain. The route winds its way up the mountain, above Camps Bay. The views of the ocean and Lion’s Head is spectacular. Park near the boom in Theresa Avenue, Camps Bay. Google map Walk up…
Getaway near Cape Town: Elgin Elgin is +/- 60 km’s from Cape Town and is well known for excellent wines, ciders, apples, pies and mountain biking. Accommodation in Elgin: Elgin Country Lodge. Set in a beautiful garden bordering an apple orchard, a 10 minute walk to Peregrine Farm stall and a short cycle to Oak…
Getaway near Cape Town: Riebeek Kasteel I am not sure about you, but since lock-down we have been eager to get away from Cape Town and escape to a small town. Riebeek Kasteel is the perfect get-away. It is +/- 75 km’s from Cape Town and is a great place to visit if food, wine…
Waterfall hikes around the Cape As we had fantastic rain this winter all the waterfalls are gushing at full speed, but hurry if you don’t want to miss out. Skeleton Gorge From Kirstenbosch follow the signs to Skeleton Gorge. Walk up Skeleton Gorge until you see the sign for Smuts Track and the Contour Path.…
How to book a long term rental for an apartment or home in Camps Bay in 2020/2021. We have had many enquiries for fully furnished accommodation to rent in Camps Bay. The tenants have either escaped lock-down in other countries or decided to rather live in Camps Bay. These tenant are retired or able to…
Eat like a vegan (in Cape Town) In South Africa, we don’t know the statistics, but veganism has risen substantial around the world. In the UK, increasing from 681,000 vegans in 2018 to 2.9 million by 2020. Millennial vegan statistics reveal that a quarter of 25–34-year-old Americans are either vegetarian or vegan. Download the app:…
Tidal Pools in the Cape Cape Point Nature Reserve There are 3 tidal pools in the Cape Point Nature Reserve:· Buffels Bay· Bordjiesrif· Venus PoolsGoogle MapBuffels Bay is probably the most popular tidal pool of the three as there are ablution facilities and a large picnic area.You will need to walk to Venus Pools.Cape Point…
Covid-19 Cancellation Policy Should the cancellation occur due to restrictions imposed by the government that prohibits travelling or the daily trading of self-catering accommodation, a full refund or credit for a future stay will be processed minus an admin fee of R390. Should the cancellation occur due to a traveler testing positive for Covid-19 and…
Getting fit with the Camps Bay & Clifton Stairs/Steps Stairway to fitness The beauty of Camps Bay is a great motivator to be outside and to keep fit. We are very lucky to be able to run, walk or cycle next to the ocean or hike on the mountain above Camps Bay. There is also…
Mountain trail in Camps Bay Just before lock-down an amazing new mountain bike path was cleared on the mountain, above Camps Bay. From Camps Bay Drive, turn up Rontree Avenue and drive all the way to the top and turn right into Theresa Avenue. Follow Theresa Avenue all the way to the end of the…
CAMPS BAY RESTAURANTS BaroccaCamps Bay Sports ClubCorner of The Meadway and The Drive, Camps BayTel: 021 438 1992 BilboaVictoria Road, Camps Bay BootleggerVictoria Road, Bakoven Camps Bay Retreat7 Chilworth Road, Camps BayTel. 021 437 8300 Caprice37 Victoria Road, Victoria Road, Camps BayTel. 021 438 8315 Chinchilla Cafe and Rooftop BarVictoria Road, Camps Bay Codfather37 The…