African penguins are one of our favourite seabirds – they are noisy, cantankerous, curious, beautiful, and mischievous, but they are also at significant risk of extinction. In the lead-up to International African Penguin Awareness Day (and our exciting worldwide waddles), here are 50 facts about these iconic seabirds! African penguins mate for life. 80-90% of all African penguin couples …
Cape Point marks the southwestern tip of the African continent, with some of the most breathtaking ocean and coastal scenery in the world. The treacherous rocky reefs surrounding the Point are home to 26 recorded shipwrecks – and probably many more. Sea cliffs rise over 250 meters above the waves crashing against the rocks far …
As April unfolds and brings some cooler weather to Cape Town, the city embraces the new season with no shortage of things to do. From captivating art exhibitions and bustling markets to outdoor cinema experiences under the stars, there’s something for everyone. For the occasional warm day, outdoor activities abound, complemented by the anticipation of …
Simon’s Town Museum is housed in “The Residency” which was built in 1777 as the winter residence for the Dutch East India Company Governor at the Cape. Simon’s Town Museum was established in 1977 by the Simon’s Town Historical Society. The Museum was originally housed in the old Simon’s Town Municipality complex but moved to …
SHORT WALKS There are some really nice walks in the heart of Simon’s Town. Here is a couple: The Waterfall Start at the Shell Petrol Station in town. Walk up the steps to the left of the garage. Follow the steep roads up the hill looking for the “ski lift” pylons which will lead you …
Troop ships in Simon’s Bay WWII (Image ST Museum) Simon’s Town activity followed much the same pattern in the Second World War as it did in the First. In the early stages of the war, it was the assembly base for the ships engaged in the rounding up of German ships in the southern oceans, …
Captured German Barque, Simon’s Bay 1914 (Image ST Museum) The part which Simon’s Town and the ships of the Africa Station played in this war differed in no respect from the part it had played in earlier wars. These tasks were to eliminate all enemy ships, especially commerce raiders, from the waters around the southern …
This tour is the perfect way to explore the beauty of the Cape Peninsula as well as local wildlife. Travel around in a small-group tour—an intimate alternative to crowded bus tours. Along the way, see the colorful buildings of Bo-Kaap, and admire the natural beauty of the Cape of Good Hope. The tour also visits …
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Top 10 places where you can spoil the children with a fun & fabulous kiddies tasting Isn’t it awesome when the little ones can join in on the tasting experience? We guarantee you they will absolutely love it and we put together a list of our favourite spots that offer a kiddies tasting! 1. @ricketybridgewines …
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It’s March and that means Easter is fast approaching and with that comes some awesome public holidays and long weekends. Not sure what to do? We have you covered! This month the city hosts events for everyone – from Africa’s biggest electronic music festival to a range of Pride events and of course the much-anticipated …
