Mariner Guesthouse and Villa in Simon’s Town If you’re after a private and charming boutique accommodation in Simon’s Town, move Mariner Guesthouse and Villa to the top of your list. The major drawcard at this intimate stay is their spectacular harbour views from the living and dining spaces. What’s more, the guesthouse is closely located …
Get 30% off 2 nights B&B for two people sharing, in a balcony room with ocean views. Includes a complimentary bottle of wine. R3500 incl VAT. Save R1500!Book Here: https://marinerguesthouse.co.za/accommodation-rates/Tel: 021 786 4528Email: info@marinerguesthouse.co.za
With Mother’s Day approaching fast, this makes the best gift to spoil your mom with. Book your accommodation directly with us in the beautiful Simon’s Town and get 20% off your Bed and Breakfast. From R950 per person sharing per night. Kids stay for free! 12 Harbour Heights Close, Simon’s Town, South Africa +27 …
Winter is approaching and the sun is starting to set a bit earlier over our beautiful city. This is why we’ve updated our operating times for the change in season.Please note that our updated operating times from 1 May until 14 July 2024 are:Last Car Up: 16h00Last Car Down: 17h00The Cableway will be closed from …
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, …
