World Voyages and Extended Voyages

Cape Town, South Africa

     

The “Mother City” has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Not only is it one of the most beautiful cities in the world – tucked into the arms of a broad bay, beneath Table Mountain – but it is also surrounded by magnificent beaches, rugged mountains and bucolic vineyards. On a fine day you can ride the cable car to the summit of flat-topped Table Mountain, surrounded by views of picturesque Cape Town with the Cape of Good Hope in the distance.


Highlights

CAPE OF GOOD HOPE NATURE RESERVE
The 19,150-acre (7,750-hectare) reserve boasts dramatic cliffs, spectacular views and rare flora and fauna.

CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE
Built 1666 – 1679, the Castle is one of Africa’s oldest European buildings.

CHAPMAN'S PEAK DRIVE
Built 1915 – 1922, this scenic highway is one of the most dramatic coastal drives in the world.

KIRSTENBOACH NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDEN
Founded in 1913, the 568-hectare garden on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain is home to over 4000 species of native plants including many interesting proteas.

STELLENBOSCH
Founded in 1679, the town became the centre of the acclaimed Cape Winelands. It is also an historic university town.

TABLE MOUNTAIN
Rising 3,549 feet (1,082m) above the sea, Table Mountain has been a welcomed landfall since the 15th century.

Shore Excursions