Get inspired, read our articles and discover the best activites and things to do in Cape Town. There are so many fun things to do in Cape Town and our adventures certainly take you to most of them. If you would like to find out a little bit more about the activites in Cape Town and all the wonderful things to do before you travel – check out our latest posts.
Cape Winelands: A basic guide for tourists
Guide to the Cape Winelands for tourists If you’re planning a Cape Town trip or thinking about visiting Cape Town in South Africa, then you don’t want to skip the Cape Winelands. This scenic tourist destination provides unique and breath-taking...
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I want to sleep on Table Mountain
I want to sleep on Table Mountain! So many people are dreaming about this. To sleep on Table Mountain. To see the stars so near and bright. But is this something that can really be possible? Will it be safe...
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Garden Route hiking – What you need to know
Garden Route hiking on the Garden Route in South Africa If you appreciate nature and wildlife and have a holiday or vacation coming up in South Africa, then doing the Garden Route is a must when visiting Cape Town. It’s...
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The best wine tasting locations in Cape Town
Knowing the best wine tasting locations in Cape Town, right now You can’t visit Cape Town without considering wine tasting. Some of the best wines are produced in Cape Town, or in the area around Cape Town. If you are...
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The top Hiking trails in South Africa
What are the top Hiking trails in South Africa When it comes to South Africa’s beauty, there is one way on how you can enjoy their nature. By going on hiking trails. Not just in Cape Town, but all over...
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A walk through Kirstenbosch Gardens
A walk, through Kirstenbosch Gardens A walk through a botanical garden might not sound like fun to you. There are many people that don’t really like walking in these gardens. For them, it is boring, with not many things to...
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Cape Town come alive at night
Cape Town come alive at night Yes, this is the great thing about Cape Town. Not only are there a large variety of things that you can do during the day, but it also is known for their nightlife. Cape...
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Cape Town Long Street
Cape Town’s long street If you were in Cape Town before, you will know that there are a huge variety of activities that you can enjoy and things that you can see that are unique and different. Thinks like Robben...
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Combining a Cape Town holiday and a safari tour
Combining a Cape Town holiday and a safari tour Yes, you can combine a Cape Town experience and a safari holiday into one. It doesn’t mean that you need to travel long distances to experience both. The only thing that...
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Family activities in Cape Town
Family activities in Cape Town Touring to Cape Town, South Africa is something that you will not ever forget. However, there are many people that want to take their children with them, when they are visiting foreign countries. This is...
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The most beautiful beaches in Cape Town
Cape Town. Known for Table Mountain, the friendly people and a place that is rich in culture. However, the one thing that might surprise you is the beautiful beaches they have in and around Cape Town. Some of these beaches...
Read MoreConstantia wine region in Cape Town
Constantia wine region information The Constantia wine region in affluent Constantia is one of South Africa’s most historic and prestigious wine-growing areas. Situated approximately 15 kilometres south of central Cape Town in the Western Cape, it is home to more...
Read MoreThe charming little penguins in Cape Town everyone should know about
Penguins in Cape Town Did you know that Cape Town has a significant African penguin population? Popular attractions and activities like Table Mountain, Cape Point, safaris and the beach attract masses of tourists each year. However, not many people are...
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Table Mountain hike difficulty levels explained
Table Mountain hike difficulty levels and Table Mountain hiking Before a Table Mountain hike, one must know and understand the various Table Mountain hiking routes and Table Mountain hike difficulty levels. After all, you don’t want to commit to something...
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A guide to Franschhoek wine region
Franschhoek is on one of the most popular wine destinations in Cape Town South Africa and known internationally for its fine wines and food. Franschhoek or “French Corner”, when translated in English from the Dutch name, is a quaint little...
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Best place to watch a Cape Town Sunset for couples
Cape Town. Cape Town sunsets. One of the most popular reasons why people are visiting Cape Town. There isn’t another place in the whole of South Africa that is offering these types of sunsets. And, you will be surprised when...
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India Venster safety and difficulty information
India Venster safety and difficulty This blog discusses India Venster safety and difficulty and is written by a qualified guide from Hike Addicts. Hike addicts is a local Cape Town company that specialises in guided hikes up Table Mountain. (more…)...
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Hiking Cape Town
Hiking in Cape Town Cape Town is for sure the number one city in South Africa. Even in Africa. There are so many things to do and see in this beautiful city. The thing is that people are thinking about...
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Best hike up Table Mountain in Cape Town
The Best hike up Table Mountain The best hike up Table Mountain is India Venster. At the very least, it is one of the best Table Mountain hikes in Cape Town. The route takes approximately three hours to complete, covering...
Read MoreDiscover Constantia Wine Route in Cape Town
The Constantia Wine Route in Cape Town No visit to Cape Town is complete without a tour of the Constantia Wine Route, a rich and diverse wine-making destination with many wonderful attractions. The structures on the estates here are grand...
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Experience Cape Point without missing out on anything
Experience Cape Point without missing out on anything Cape Point. A place that so many tourists forget about. People know about Table Mountain and other attractions in Cape Town, but they forget about Cape Point. This is where the two...
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Fastest hike up Table Mountain in Cape Town
The fastest hike up Table Mountain The fastest hike up Table Mountain in Cape Town is Platteklip Gorge. It takes approximately two hours to hike the Platteklip trail, which covers a distance of two plus kilometres. This Platteklip Gorge hike...
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Table Mountain hike time information
Table Mountain hike time info for hikers In this post, I list popular hike routes on Table Mountain and provide information on the Table Mountain hike time, distances, difficulty levels and more. Hopefully you will find this helpful. There are...
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Choosing a Table Mountain hiking route
Table Mountain hiking route information There are various hikes up Table Mountain in Cape Town but how does a hiker choose the right Table Mountain hiking route? Choosing the best Table Mountain hike for you and your group can be...
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Guide to Stellenbosch wine region
Stellenbosch lies about 50km from the Cape Town city center and is nestled at the foot of the Stellenbosch Mountain range within close proximity to Eerste River. Stellenbosch is known as one of South Africa’s second oldest towns and what...
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Planning a Table Mountain hike
Planning a Table Mountain hike Ready to hike and conquer Table Mountain? Well, it begins with planning. In fact, planning is the most important part of your hike up Table Mountain in Cape Town. This blog guides you through the...
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Taking the Table Mountain Cable Car
Information on the Table Mountain cable car The Table Mountain cable car in Cape Town is one of the oldest, fastest means of getting up Table Mountain. It enables hikers to get up the mountain while avoiding rugged, rough terrain....
Read MoreTable Mountain snakes awareness for hikers
Table Mountain snakes awareness for hikers Table Mountain is a beautiful and unique mountain in Cape Town, with dozens of adventurous Table Mountain hiking trails. And when you make the decision to hike this popular Natural Wonder of South Africa,...
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A beginner’s guide to hiking Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa
Hiking Table Mountain Hiking on Table Mountain is incredible, with its wide variety of unique hiking trails, diverse endemic vegetation and mind-blowing scenery. Table Mountain must be one of the best places on earth to hike. Where else can you...
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Hiking to the 5 Table Mountain dams
Hiking Table Mountain to the Table Mountain dams Hiking Table Mountain to the five Table Mountain dams is a wonderful experience. Yet, many people living in Cape Town don’t even know that these dams exist. They were built years ago...
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How to hike up Table Mountain
Hike up Table Mountain This is a step-by-step guide on how to hike up Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. It outlines the most key factors to consider before, during and after an upcoming hike. Hopefully, you will find...
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Best time to hike Table Mountain
The best time to hike Table Mountain in Cape Town When’s the best time to hike Table Mountain? People regularly ask this question. In the summer months, the best time is before 6:30 am. But, as you might expect, it...
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Table Mountain hikes that don’t go to the top
There are Table Mountain hikes that don’t go to the top Don’t let Table Mountain’s 1086-metre (3,563-foot) elevation put you off going on a Table Mountain hike. Sure, it can come across as intimidating. But Table Mountain accommodates hikers of...
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