Corporate Tourism in Cape Town

The Western Cape lies along the edge of the Indian ocean reaching up the Atlantic coast to the Kalahari desert. At its heart, where the two oceans meet is Cape Town, a magnet to tourists. The area surrounding the city is as steeped in wine as Bordeaux - then there is the coast itself a delightful playground of rocky headlands and golden beaches, where whales and surfers share the waves.

There are many landmarks that are instantly identifiable as the Cape - that big rock that embraces the city, Robben Island and the penguins on Boulders beach.The Cape Doctor that pumps during the summer - bringing relief from the blistering heat and draping the table-top with a white fluffy cloth, the rolling vineyards heavy with fruit and the palette of colour when the spring flowers show their faces, tea at the Nellie, sunset concerts in Kirstenbosch , watching the sunset from Camps Bay, rugby at Newlands. and the flower sellers on Adderly street.

Cape Town is the oldest city in South Africa it's rich colonial history has endowed the city with some distinctive old buildings in the Cape Dutch and early Victorian style A host of museums on a wide range of the usual subjects like natural history, cultural history complement the smaller ones like the District Six museum, doll museum and a police museum. And, of course the Robben Island museum followed by a ferry trip and a tour of the island itself where you ll get to see Nelson Mandela's old cell.

The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront set amid spectacular scenery the old docklands of Cape Town have developed into South Africa's most visited tourist destination. A world class shopping and entertainment complex where buskers line the walkways, tugs and ocean liners vie for space in the harbour and happy holiday makers throng the shops and restaurants.

Table Mountain is a UNESCO world heritage site and on the short list for new 7 wonders of nature " Often described as magical and mystical, with spectacular views from the top Table Mountain is the definitive symbol of Cape Town. It dominates all photographs of the Mother City and is a part of everyday life even if you never set foot on its hallowed slopes.

Atlantic Seaboard is one of the most sought-after destinations in the Western Cape with its beautiful beaches and scenic promenade for walking and jogging Close to the city centre including areas such as; Camps Bay, Clifton, Bantry bay, Greenpoint and Seapoint.

Hout Bay Seal Island cruise visit Duiker Island home of the Cape Fur Seals While aboard you are surrounded with breath-taking scenery of the famous Chapmans Peak Drive and the Sentinel Mountain.

Chapmans Peak Drive between Noordhoek and Hout Bay on the Atlantic Coast on the south-western tip of South Africa is one of the most spectacular marine drives in the world. The 9 km route with its 114 curves skirts Chapmans Peak, the 593 m southerly extension of Constantia Berg and follows the rocky coastline to unfold stunning views in both directions.

Cape of Good Hope - where two oceans meet and perhaps the most scenically spectacular park in South Africa. Cape Point itself is one of the greatest landmarks in the world, jutting like a rocky knife into the broiling Atlantic ocean. Explore the wild coastline with its clean white beaches, hike the cliff hugging trails high above the sea and climb to the top of the point (or take the funicular) for one of the Cape's Peninsula's defining views. The Cape Point Nature Reserve protects many endangered animal and plant species

Penguins at Boulders Beach - on the False Bay coast, so not only is the water is a little warmer and the scenery stunning, but you'll find an interesting wildlife relationship in action: here it's the penguins who rule and the people who make way for their diminutive neighbours.

Simonstown - .boasts gracious architectural buildings; hidden corners, cobbled streets and tiny lanes and it is the major base of the SA Navy.

'Historical Mile' between Muizenburg and Kalk Bay will take you past Posthuys, the oldest building in South Africa

Groot Constantia - the oldest wine estate in the country with some well maintained old buildings. It's beautifully laid out, and the whole place has an air of calm and quiet confidence about it. Since it was developed by Simon Van der Stel in 1685 the estate has had an unbroken history of wine production.

Kirstenbosch Gardens voted one of the top seven botanical gardens in the world and one of the top ten most desirable tourist destinations in South Africa. Renown for the beauty and diversity of the Cape flora it displays and for the magnificence of its setting against the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. growing only indigenous n plants. the Kirstenbosch estate covers 528 hectares and supports a diverse fynbos flora and natural forest.

Route 62 is the longest wine route in the world - Meandering between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, the magnificent landscapes and towering cliffs, crystal clear streams and an abundance of trees and indigenous flora - all contribute to make Paarl, Wellington, the Breede River Valley,Klein Karoo and Langkloof some of South Africa's most well- loved regions . The ever changing colours of the majestic mountains, scenic passes, rivers, vineyards and orchards, as well as the multitude of attractions, will offer you an unforgettable adventure - whether this is in the physical sense or simply a kaleidoscope of scenic tranquility.

Hex valley - The fertile soils of this intensively cultivated area produce fine, export quality table grapes, and the red hues of the vine leaves, against the backdrop of old Cape Dutch-style houses, makes a spectacular show in summer. The mountains are a favourite with climbers and, often being snow-clad in winter, a venue for skiers.

Worcester - The largest town in the Boland lies in a fertile valley below majestic mountain peaks that are often capped with snow in winter. It 's Cape Dutch and Victorian architecture rates among the best preserved street complexes in the country. The Karoo botanic garden has a large collection of succulents and vygies that form a blaze of colour in spring and early summer. Step back in time and witness farm activities of bygone days at the open air museum which features live demonstrations of farm cooking, making of soap and candles, tanning, shearing and the distilling of the potent liquor called 'witblits' (white lightning).

Montagu - The 'muscadel capital" is renowned not only for it's fortified and other wine, but also for fruit production, it's curative hot springs, and many attractive and historic old buildings - some which date back almost to the founding of the town in 1851.

Oudtshoorn - Famous as the capital city of the Klein Karoo, Oudtshoorn is the center of a land of scenic contrasts situated in a beautiful area surrounded by mountains on two sides and linked to the garden route by the magnificent Outiniqua pass. The "feather palaces" of old lend an elegance while the Cango caves; one of the world's natural wonders , ostrich show- farms and animal sanctuaries offer a variety of activities.