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WESTERN CAPE [South Africa]
Vibrant Cape Town nestling under Table Mountain, with its history and beaches is the perfect destination for any visitor, whilst the nearby Winelands host internationally recognised cellars that offer tastings and purchase of noble cultivars. Along the Garden Route, forests, boutique hotels, restaurants, golf courses, malaria free game viewing and endless sandy beaches make this area a must when visiting South Africa.
Situated on the south-western tip of Africa, the Western Cape is the meeting point of the cold Atlantic and the warm Indian Oceans. Its capital city Cape Town, is dominated by the flat-topped bulk of Table Mountain.
The story of the Republic of South Africa began in the Western Cape, some 350 years ago, when it was inhabited by the Khoi, San and other Bantu-speaking groups. In the late 15th century European seafarers arrived here in search of a halfway stop on trade routes to the East and thereby changed the face of South African history forever.
Today, the province boasts South Africa's fifth largest population, numbering in the region of 4.5 million inhabitants.
Not to be missed in Western Cape ...  |  On Tour With National GeographicWalking into Forest Lodge at Grootbos Nature Reserve was like a breath of fresh air. The very modern but relaxed atmosphere made us feel at home and after a refreshing welcome drink we all hit the dinner table with a vengeance. |
 | Cape Sidecar Tours Have your breath taken away in a World War II vintage 750cc sidecar. Enjoy the unique experience of cruising around the Western Cape on a classic sidecar motorbike - catering for both self-drive and chauffeured drive options. |
 | African Heritage Tour If you have come to see the new South Africa, this tour is a must! An interactive journey into the heart of the rainbow nation. |
 | Cape Family Tours Private tours that are tailor made to your family's interests. |
 | Winelands Countryside Tour Visit the Cape Winelands with its backdrop of majestic mountains, lush valleys, quaint villages and scenic vineyards. |
 | Cape Town Peninsula Scenic Tour A very popular tour that offers a spectacular coastal journey through to Cape Point - the romantic meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. |
 | South Africa's Beaches - Yours to Pick & Choose From Whether it's icy cold or nicely warm... You'll find almost any kind of beach in South Africa. |
Our Western Cape favourites...  | South African Extravaganza - Cape Town & Safari. Enjoy the beauty of the fairest Cape and then head off into the bush for a wild safari. |
Our selected properties in Western Cape... Our exclusive selection of properties range from comfortable, luxurious, exclusive and extravagant. The green symbol indicates exclusively yours properties that can be all yours.
Click on the property icons to visit and view what they have to offer.
Afton Grove - Cape Town Alta Bay Luxury Boutique Hotel - Cape Town Bartholomeus Klip - Hermon Blue Gum Estate - Hermanus Bushmans Kloof - Cederberg Mtns Constantia Uitsig - Cape Town Ellerman House - Cape Town Grootbos Nature Reserve
Hemingway House - Cape Town Kagga Kamma Private Game Reserve Kensington Place - Cape Town Klippe Rivier - Swellendam Mount Nelson Hotel - Cape Town The Bay Hotel - Cape Town The Cape Grace Hotel - Cape Town The Clarendon - Cape Town The Marine Hotel - Hermanus The Table Bay Hotel - Cape Town The Victoria and Alfred Hotel - Cape Town The Vineyard - Cape Town Walden House - Cape Town Willowbrook - Somerset West
Best time for visiting Western Cape [South Africa]... November to May
Meet our South Africa experts...  | Lisa De Swardt Lisa joins the Pulse Africa staff as one of our Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa experts. Born and bred in Kenya, Lisa has travelled extensively throughout East Africa and more recently South Africa. One of Lisa's particular skills is her ability to really understand what her clients want and she has the ability to transform this into a perfect holiday. |
 | Stuart Inglis If you are interested in any of our destinations, but unsure of what you are looking for, what is available or where and when to go, then Stuart, Pulse Africa's Sales & Marketing Director who has travelled extensively throughout Africa, may be the ideal person to talk to. |
 | Warren Pearson Having spent time managing and guiding at luxury safari camps in Tanzania and South Africa Warren brings a new meaning to the phrase "know what you sell". Warrens holidays stem from a deep understanding and love for the wilds of Africa. Warren also brings a new aspect to personalised service. He is Pulse Africa's in house Private Guide - see private guide section. |
 | Natasha Springer Natasha is our Namibia, Mozambique, South Africa and Botswana specialist. Her passion and in depth knowledge of these countries will ensure that your holiday will be a once in a life time experience. |
 | Robyn Tobias Robyn has been in the safari industry for over fourteen years and is an expert in providing safaris and holidays that are both unique and highly personalised. She has a passion for nature and the outdoors and has an eye for picking the very best camps, lodges and hotels that are out there. Robyn is a highly respected travel consultant and her specific area of expertise is southern Africa. |
What to do in Western Cape...  | bird watching |
 | cultural interaction |
 | fishing |
 | canoeing & mokoro trips |
 | diving & snorkelling |
 | whale watching |
 | game viewing on horseback |
 | elephant interaction |
 | golf |
 | watersports |
 | swimming pool |
 | cycling |
 | guided walks |
 | wine tasting |
 | mountain climbing |
 | fly-in safaris |
 | game drives |
 | food & wine |
 | historical sites |
 | recommended for honeymooners |
 | whitewater rafting |
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