Spot dassies in South Africa

The Cape of Good Hope is a rocky headland on the southern end of South Africa’s Cape Peninsula. Throughout history, the Cape of Good Hope has been historically significant to sailors and explorers. Bartolomeu Dias, the 15th century Portuguese explorer, was the first officially recorded person to have successfully navigated these turbulent waters and was instrumental in setting up trade routes between Europe and the Far East. From various lookouts points you will see sweeping views of the lighthouses, coastlines and pristine scenery.

Chapman's Peak Drive is well known as the most scenic drive in Cape Town. Affectionately known as “Chappies” by the locals, it is a must for anyone who wants to experience the majestic Cape Town scenery. On one side there are sheer drops to the sea below and on the other side towering mountains rising above you. The twists and curves in the road seem endless, a true photographer's dream!

The Hermanus Cliff Path is definitely a must see! This coastal path traverses alongside the coast and the entire town of Hermanus. With its extraordinary diversity of scenery, rocky coves, sandy beaches and secluded forest glades, the Cliff Path is unequalled anywhere. It is also one of the best shore-based whale watching spots in the world!

Situated on the slopes of Table Mountain lies Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. This is one of those peaceful spots which will make you forget you are in a big city. The garden boasts 2,500 species of plants found on the Cape Peninsula, with the Protea garden as an absolute highlight.

Kirstenbosch is a favourite among locals and visitors for many reasons: picnics on the lawns, hiking along the trails and taking in the panoramic views from the canopy walkway.

This is an experience for people with a sense of exploration! Clamber through caves, crevasses and otherworldly arches to discover the fascinating and unique rock formation and rock art that has been kept a secret for many years.. Lear more about the Fynbos and enjoy the stunning views of the Rietrivier canyon.

Twyfelfontein, which means as much as „doubtful fountain“ or „Fountain of Doubt“ is the name of a valley in the Damara highland. This valley was inhabited by the Damara, who call the valley Uri-Ais (jumping fountain) in their language. Twyfelfontein is famous because of its many rock paintings and rock engravings (Petroglyphs) of the San (Bushmen) of which 2500 were counted. Specifications about the age of the engravings fluctuate and a period of 1000 – 10000 years is stated. The valley was declared a national monument in 1952 to stop the common stealing of rock engravings. The paintings/ engravings can only be visited with a local guide. UNESCO declared Twyfelfontein as World Heritage Site in 2007.

The Brandberg is an open-air art gallery with more than 43 000 individual rock paintings. But it is a single painting that made the mountain especially famous. The White Lady Painting painting is located in a cave known as Maack Shelter and portrays several human figures as well as oryxes (a type of antelope) on a rock panel. Interestingly, the White Lady is neither a lady or white. But you will learn more about that when visiting these rock paintings that are estimated to be approximately 1000 to 2000 years old.