Five cool things to do in Cape Town this long weekend
Looking for something fun to do over this long weekend in Cape Town? Here are five activities worth considering…
With Cape Town’s rich blend of natural beauty, history, and culture, finding things to do over a long weekend isn’t exactly difficult! Here are five things you can do in Cape Town this long weekend…
Get your blood pumping on a hike up Table Mountain
What with it being winter and all, why not work up a sweat by heading up Table Mountain on a hike? Take a hike up one of the many trails, like Platteklip Gorge, Skeleton Gorge or Maclear’s Beacon. Not only will you get to experience breathtaking panoramic views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountains, you’ll also get that blood pumping to keep you warm!
Take a historical tour of Cape Town’s Robben Island
Hop on board a ferry from the V&A Waterfront to Robben Island, one of South Africa’s famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. The guided tours, often led by former political prisoners, provide deep insights into South Africa’s history.
Do some wine tasting and explore the Cape vineyards near Cape Town
Spend a day in the nearby Cape Winelands, visiting Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, or Paarl. Here you can enjoy wine tastings at some of South Africa’s best wineries, dine at fabulous gourmet restaurants, and take in the stunning vineyard landscapes of the region.
Take a Seal Island cruise in Cape Town
If a boat ride to Robben Island doesn’t quite do it for you, why not take one from Hout Bay to Seal Island, where you can see thousands of Cape fur seals in their natural habitat. This excursion also offers great views of the Western Cape coastline as well as the opportunity to spot a variety of marine birds and sometimes even dolphins!
Check out the District Six Museum
Another cultural activity and great outing for a South African long weekend, the District Six Museum is a must-visit to learn about the vibrant community that was forcibly removed during apartheid. The museum provides a moving account of this chapter in South Africa’s history through personal stories, photographs, and artifacts.