Ocean deep, Table Mountain high: Getting the most out of South Africa

The incredible Garden Route is an alluring destination for its mild, oceanic climate and enticing, ecologically diverse environment. If you’re planning a holiday in South Africa, we can help you plan it wisely, including some outstanding places to stay as you idle along this spectacular coast.

The trip itself is best taken by car, as the drive intersperses beautiful, charming towns with unparalleled natural beauty. A photographer’s dream it boasts beaches, bays, lagoons, lakes and vibrant wildlife and vegetation, spanning the coast between Heidelberg and Storms River. Prepare to be dazzled.

Live on the edge and get underwater with the great white sharks in the aptly named “Shark Alley“, near the fishing village of Gansbaai. Ask us to recommend a reputable company. Cage diving isn’t for everyone, but coming face to face with these ocean predators in a safe, controlled environment is a heart-pounding experience you won’t forget.

If you’d rather spend some time with whales than sharks, whale watching in Hermanus offers scenes of unparalleled beauty. Do not forget your camera, preferably one with a zoom. These magnificent creatures come to mate and calve in close proximity to the land. We can help you organise your tour before you go, there are a number of boats conducting these 2-3 hour trips. Each offers a substantially different package.

Driving two hours’ from Hermanus by car on the stunning Garden Route will lead you to Cape Town, where the Cape Grace Hotel sits on its own private quay in the vibrant V&A Waterfront, backed by the iconic Table Mountain.

With 120 individually custom-decorated guest rooms and suites, the Cape Grace hotel is a true reflection of charming Cape Town and once you’ve experienced South African hospitality, elegance and comfort at it’s best, you’ll be hard pressed to go anywhere else. It’s the perfect end to a South African experience, whether you’ve lived it in the adrenaline-pumping fast lane, or idled around soaking up the spectacular scenery.

Contact us to help you plan your next South African adventure.

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