Western Cape


Shipwrecks and sunsets at Cape Agulhas.

Agulhas National Park

At the meeting point of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, Agulhas National Park occupies a wild, intoxicating stretch of coast with whale-filled bays and rocky promontories.

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A fishing boat comes into shore in Arniston.

Arniston

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Arniston, one of the gems of the Cape, is a charming fishing village of pretty whitewashed fishermen's cottages set against turquoise water, rocky cliffs and rolling white sand dunes.

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Chapman's Peak Drive on the Atlantic Seaboard offers spectacular views over the ocean.

Atlantic Seaboard

The Atlantic Seaboard of the Cape Peninsula stretches from the popular V&A Waterfront in town along the western flank of the peninsula southwards to Cape Point. Take in the breathtaking scenery while driving along the coast with the magnificent Twelve Apostles and other mountain ranges on the on

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Beaufort West

Beaufort West, the oldest town of the area and gateway to the fascinating Karoo, is a typical platteland dorp at the foot of the Nuweveld Mountains.

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The wild Atlantic Ocean in Betty's Bay.

Betty’s Bay

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Betty's Bay, the sleepy town an hour's drive from Cape Town, is as laid back as it is pretty.

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The Park boasts 120 bontebok.

Bontebok National Park

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Bontebok National Park, situated 240 km from Cape Town and 8 km from Swellendam, boasts 120 types of bontebok.

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A dramatic ship wreck off the coast of Cape Agulhas.

Cape Agulhas

Cape Agulhas, once known as the 'Cape of Storms' with over 250 ship wrecks along the coast, is officially the southernmost point of the African continent.

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Clifton Second Beach on the Atlantic Seaboard.

Cape Peninsula

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The Cape Peninsula, curving 75-kilometres into the sea as the southwestern tip of Africa, is often described as one of the world's most beautiful places.

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The colourful Bo-Kaap area of Cape Town.

Cape Town

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Cape Town, fondly known as The Mother City, is one of the most picturesque cities in the world.

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Cape Columbine lighthouse on the Cape West Coast.

Cape West Coast

The Cape West Coast's endless beaches, fascinating mountain ranges and colourful carpets of wild flowers during spring make it a popular local destination.

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