The Garden Route, in the Cape is one of the most iconic and idyllic places in the world to sample exceptional wines and eat outstanding food, and it\u2019s easily accessible. The Garden Route has stunning coastal views, picturesque lakes and beautiful farmlands. It\u2019s here that you\u2019ll find South Africa\u2019s best and most famous wine growing regions and vineyards.<\/p>\n
\u2018\u2026stunning coastal views, picturesque lakes and farmlands\u2026\u2019 You\u2019ll find world-class casual dining at lively market places where vendors serve the biggest oysters ever. You\u2019ll find endless types of foods, including hearty meats cooked on a braai (a South African barbecue), cured biltong (dried meat), fire-baked pizzas and plenty of other fresh seafood.<\/p>\n \u2018\u2026lively marketplaces\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Breath-taking adventure<\/strong><\/p>\n Adventure is a vital part of Cape Town. You can surf, hike and paraglide off mountains and go cage diving with great white sharks. There is opportunity to safely view some of the largest marine species on the planet. Experience bungee jumping off the 4th<\/sup> tallest bungee jump in the world, do a spot of kayaking, scuba diving or mountain biking! You\u2019ll find so many adventures in Cape Town.<\/p>\n \u2018\u2026surf, hike, paraglide\u2026\u2019 E<\/strong>xciting wildlife<\/strong><\/p>\n Along the Garden Route you will find great places to spot the \u2018Big 5\u2019; the African lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, African leopard, and the rhinoceros. Keep your binoculars and cameras ready for beautiful sunsets. Sunrises are wonderful too, especially if you stay overnight and take advantage of the early hours of the day when lions and other big predators are at their most active.<\/p>\n \u2018\u2026African lion, elephant, leopard, Cape buffalo and rhinoceros\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Fascinating history<\/strong><\/p>\n Robben Island, where South Africa\u2019s most legendary president, Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, is a must-see. You can visit the cell where Mandela spent 18 years of his life. Outside the compound, you see the iconic skyline of Cape Town, ominously out of reach.<\/p>\n \u2018\u2026legendary president, Nelson Mandela\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n You can learn about the trials and tribulations of what was once the city\u2019s soul, District Six, a thriving neighbourhood, home to 60,000+ merchants and immigrants. Under apartheid law District Six was made a white only sector and by 1968 families were forcibly removed and relocated over 25 km away to the Cape Flats. You can tour the area with guides who were evicted in 1968.<\/p>\n \u2018\u2026a thriving neighbourhood\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Spectacular nature<\/strong><\/p>\n At almost any location in or around Cape Town, you look up and see the magnificent Table Mountain. It dominates the horizon around the city and is, without doubt, Cape Town\u2019s most famous landmark. Seeing it from below is an awesome sight but you can also head up the mountain and see the landscape from a different view. You can jump on a cable car and enjoy an easy glide up to the top or take one of a few different trails ranging from 3-10km that lead up to the top.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/vip-ct1-1.jpg\")
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