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World of birds

World of Birds is the largest bird park in Africa and one of the few large bird parks in the World. Over 3 000 birds (and small animals) of 400 different species are uniquely presented in more than 100 spacious landscaped walk through aviaries, allowing you the most intimate closeness with nature. A tropical garden setting …

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Cape Point Vineyards

Join us for lunch in our restaurant or for a picnic on our lawns. Contact 0217890900 or bookings@cape-point.com Only 15km from Mariner Guesthouse! Visit their website for more information:  http://cpv.co.za/

Attractions

Nearby attractions include Cape Point (Cape of Good Hope)10km Boulders Beach Penguin Colony1 km Scratch Patch and Mineral World5 km Hiking Trails & Bird Watching5 km Boat Trips & Whale watching1 km Shark Cage diving1 km Cape Point Ostrich Farm15 km Chapman’s Peak15 km    

False Bay

False Bay has one of the Cape Peninsula’s most tranquil and picturesque stretches of coastline. Known for its scenic beauty, it encompasses small seaside villages from Hangklip, near Pringle Bay, to Cape Point. Popular with surfers, swimmers, bodyboarders and anyone who enjoys peace and quiet and the fresh sea air, towns along the False Bay …

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Walks and Hikes

Don’t miss out on a stroll along the historic lanes and steps of the town which are tucked away just behind the main street. Wonderful old buildings and great views. SHORT WALKS There are some really nice walks in the heart of Simon’s Town. Here are a couple: 1) The Waterfall Start at the Shell …

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Simon Van Der Stel

Throwback Thursday Simon Van Der Stel names the Bay The False Bay side of the Cape Peninsula, sheltered from the violent northwest gales, was the obvious alternative, and Simon’s Bay was selected by Simon Van Der Stel himself as the safest anchorage. For many years to come there were no facilities for visiting ships and …

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Cape of Good Hope

Come stay over at Mariner Guesthouse in Simon’s Town and take advantage of this great offer to visit the Cape of Good Hope at Cape Point this weekend! 14 September is the start of #SANParksweek and we are celebrating it at Cape Point – remember to bring your SA ID to claim these specials at …

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