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In a nutshell, a visitor to the Cape Care Route will learn how communities are building their own houses, growing food for themselves and their families and developing skills to turn waste materials into contemporary arts and crafts. Projects are aimed at rehabilitating degraded natural systems, as well as those that demonstrate how ecological systems are being protected, can also be visited.
TABLE MOUNTAIN AERIAL CABLEWAY
Step aboard the Cablecar, for a gentle ride up the slopes of Table Mountain, for un-paralleled views of Cape Town and the azure blue seas of the Atlantic Ocean stretching as far as the eye can see. The ride up and down the mountain is approximately 6 minutes, however once on top visitors can stroll the 2km pathways and many viewpoints and simply take in the views at their leisure. Facilities at the top of the mountain include a Restaurant, Bistro and the 'Shop at the Top' which sells gifts and curios.
OPERATING TIMES (these vary throughout the year) Summer 08h30 to 20h30 and Winter 08h30 to 18h00. The Cableway is operational 365 days a year (weather permitting). Facilities at the top of the mountain are wheelchair friendly.
TWO OCEANS AQUARIUM - V&A WATERFRONT
A WINDOW ON THE WONDERS OF THE OCEAN
The Two Oceans Aquarium offers a glimpse of the diverse life off the South African coastline. The Aquarium offers unique opportunities such as diving with the sharks or feeding the fishes in the Kelp Forest Exhibit, copper helmet diving, sleepovers for children and facilities for conferences and functions as well as the daily feeding of the fishes in the I&J Predator Exhibit. Light classical concerts are performed against the spectacular backdrop of the marine environment.
OPERATING TIMES - 09h30 to 18h00 seven days a week.
SHOPPING
Canal Walk shopping centre merges the world's most desirable brands with shopping convenience, and inspired entertainment with everyday leisure, all in a commanding majestic setting. With over 400 stores representing top local and global brands Canal Walk offers the most comprehensive and compelling lifestyle shopping experience in South Africa, including the widest selection of speciality stores in the Southern Hemisphere.Canal Walk attracts thousands of international visitors every year with its spectacular architecture, spacious malls and unparalleled array of unique retail opportunities including the AfriBazaar, which showcases the work of local craftsmen. Soak up the spectacular views of Table Mountain and the Grand Canal from the popular outdoor patios of Canal Walk's restaurants, cafés and coffee shops.Situated a convenient 10-minute drive from Cape Town's city centre, Canal Walk enjoys direct access from the N1 highway. Scheduled tourism shuttles offer luxury transport between the city and the Atlantic Seaboard hotels and Canal Walk while sedan taxis have direct and convenient access to Canal Walk's Welcome Lounge. Secure parking is provided in 6 500 parking bays, many of which are undercover. Canal Walk is open daily until 9pm.
A World Class Jewellery Experience!
Enjoy a glass of bubbly and partake in an informative tour of our Diamond Cutting Works & Jewellery Manufacturing Workshop. The Diamond Works offers a complimentary return transfer to, or parking in front of, The Diamond Works. Present your voucher and qualify for a 10% discount!
THE VICTORIA & ALFRED WATERFRONT
Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain in the heart of Cape Town's working harbour, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront has become South Africa’s most visited destination. Set against a backdrop of magnificent sea and mountain views, exciting shopping and entertainment venues are intermingled with imaginative office locations, world-class hotels and luxury apartments in the residential marina. It offers 6200 parking bays, 400 shops, 70 eateries and extended opening hours.
THE CAPE CARE ROUTES
This route spreads out over the whole Cape Town area, including projects on the Cape Peninsula and on the Cape Flats where most of the townships are located.
In a nutshell, a visitor to the Cape Care Route will learn how communities are building their own houses, growing food for themselves and their families and developing skills to turn waste materials into contemporary arts and crafts. Projects are aimed at rehabilitating degraded natural systems, as well as those that demonstrate how ecological systems are being protected, can also be visited.
The route also includes up-market tourist facilities to observe how they are reducing their consumption of resources an working with poorer communities in their areas. An important focus is on projects which show how partnerships between business, government and communities are helping to protect the rich natural resources of Cape Town and to provide healthier and cleaner living environments in poor communities.
Above all, the route demonstrates the link between people and the environment, and the range of projects included will challenge visitors to take a different view of the relationship between humankind and the environment.
THE WALK TO FREEDOM TOUR
FULL DAY-DEPARTS DAILY 08h30-17h00 Full day tour includes a trip to the World Heritage Site of Robben Island. Begin with a tour of Bo- Kaap (Malay Quarter) and then onto District Six Museum. From here tour Langa and visit the Tsoga Environmental Gardens. Continue to Guguletu township. Then sample a slice of township life with a visit to a spaza shop, a sheeben and hostels. Have lunch at V&A Waterfront (own account) Afterwards a 3-hour cruise and tour of Robben Island.
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