Humpback Whale

The humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) is a species of baleen whale. One of the larger rorqual species, adults range in length from 12–16 metres (39–52 ft) and weigh approximately 36,000 kilograms (79,000 lb). The humpback has a distinctive body shape, with unusually long pectoral fins and a knobbly head. An acrobatic animal known for breaching and slapping …

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Factory Shops in Cape Town

Labels4Less From its inconspicuous perch on Cape Town’s fashion-centric Kloof Street, Labels4Less sells high-end brands for between 40% and 60% less than the original price. The tidy, semi-private space boasts racks of discounted Energie and Diesel jeans, Superdry and Armani T-shirts, Replay swimwear, Café Coton menswear and much more. And because owner Francis Massa is adamant that …

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False Bay - Cape Peninsula. Mariner Guesthouse. Simon's Town.

Cape Peninsula

The Cape Peninsula (Afrikaans: Kaapse Skiereiland) is a generally rocky peninsula that juts out into the Atlantic Ocean at the south-western extremity of the African continent. At the southern end of the peninsula are Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. On the northern end is Table Mountain, overlooking Cape Town, South Africa. The …

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Beach horse riding, Noordhoek. Mariner Guesthouse. Simon's Town.

Horse Riding

Cape Town is a paradise for runners, hikers and bikers. Cape Town and the region has many Cape Town horse trails so take time out to experience a horseback riding adventure on the beach or mountain path. Experienced or beginner, there are horses and instructors that will take you on rides all around the Cape. There …

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Holiday Accommodation. Mariner Guesthouse. Simon's Town.

School holidays

Kids from around the Western Cape stow away their pens, pencils, text and workbooks for three weeks of uninterrupted winter school holiday down time from Friday, 26 June until Sunday, 19 July 2015.   Take a look at these holidays activities in and around Cape Town: Battlefield Live SA                                                          Head out for an adrenaline-pumping day …

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