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First Car Rental's top 10 road trips for tourists to take in the Western Cape
Cape Town is often referred to as the "Mother City" and is the oldest city in South Africa with a cultural heritage spanning more than 300 years. Why not explore the Top 10 road trips in the Western Cape in a Cape Town luxury car or explore the Cape Winelands using First Car Rental's chauffeur-driver service.
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Cango Caves
Experience the beauty of South Africa’s oldest tourist attraction as experienced guides lead you through this South African Landmark.
Contact: 044 272 7410
E-mail: reservations@cangocaves.co.za
Website: www.cangocaves.co.za
Times: Standard Tour: 9am - 4pm, Tours are 60min
Times: Adventure Tour: 9.30am - 3.30pm, Tours are 90min
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Cape Wine Tours
Surrounded by rolling mountains and lush landscapes, the Cape wine lands are a sought after tourist destination. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Cape wineries, learn about wine, meet people and have fun with the Cape Wine Academy. Day tours, wine tastings and tailored itineraries will add the pleasure to this must-see part of South Africa.
Contact: 021 889 8844
Email: info@cwa.org.za
Website: www.capewineacademy.co.za |
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City Sightseeing
See the sights of Cape Town from the Open Top Red Tour Bus. City Sightseeing Cape Town offer visors the option of taking the scenic route or the historic route through Cape Town. The best way to get to know the city.
Contact: 021 511 6000
Email: info@citysightseeing.co.za
Website: www.citysightseeing.co.za |
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Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Enjoy a relaxing day of serene beauty at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Set against the backdrop of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch is home to a variety of plants and animals.
Contact: 021 799 8899
E-mail: kirstenboschinfo@sanbi.org.za
Website: www.sanbi.org |
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Robben Island
This World Heritage Site off the coast of Cape Town used to be the home of many political prisoners. Today the Robben Island Museum strives to conserve the heritage of this island and to educate and enrich its visitors.
Contact: 021 413 4220 / 4221
E-mail: infow@robben-island.org.za
Website: www.robben-island.org.za
Times: 9am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Ferries depart from Nelson Mandela Gateway at V&A Waterfront. |
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Table Mountain National Park
This Natural World Heritage Site is an international tourist attraction. The National park covers a vast expanse of natural beauty ranging from valleys and cliffs to the beautiful beaches of the Western Cape.
Contact: 021 701 8692
Website: www.sanparks.org |
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Two Oceans Aquarium
The Two Oceans Aquarium situated at the V&A Waterfront plays host to thousand of marine animals from both the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. This top tourist attraction gives visitors the opportunity to discover the magic of our oceans.
Contact: 021 418 3823
E-mail: aquarium@aquarium.co.za
Website: www.aquarium.co.za
Times: 9.30am - 6pm |
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Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Situated at Cape Town’s harbor, the V&A Waterfront is a well-known destination. With something for everyone, the V&A Waterfront hosts a variety of retail outlets, entertainment areas, offices, and hotels and residential areas. The V&A Waterfront combines the elements of life.
Contact: 021 408 7600
E-mail: info@waterfront.co.za
Website: www.waterfront.co.za
Times: All shops open from 9am - 9pm |
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Whale Watching at Hermanus
Hermanus is known as one of the best places in the world for whale watching. Discovery Tours in Cape Town offers private tours for visitors to experience these majestic creatures.
Contact: 021 461 9652
E-mail: discoverytours@mweb.co.za
Website: www.discoverytours.co.za |
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White Shark Cage Diving
Dive into the Atlantic Ocean (with the protection of a cage) and experience the thrill of swimming with sharks. Meet these superior predators face to face with African Dive Safaris.
Contact: 082 443 8734
E-mail: sharkdive@whalemail.co.za
Website: www.africasharkdivesafaris.com
Times: Different packages available |
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