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Southern Africa and backpacking.

A travel journal to Cape Town by Art Best of IgoUgo

Table Mountain.More Photos

With the laid-back attitude of the Captonians, the warm beaches and refreshing waters, with the famous Table Mountain as a backdrop and the magnificent views, who would want to leave?

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Southern Africa and backpacking.Best of IgoUgo

Overview

Table Mountain.
For the lazy: an afternoon at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, a visit to the winelands, a ride up the cableway for sunset and dinner at the Africa Cafe. For the energetic and adventurous: sandboarding, abseiling(110metres), kloofing or possibly shark diving? The choice is huge and yours.

Quick Tips:

For backpackers, the mini busses are frequent and cheap and go everywhere (an adventure on their own.) You will also find a wealth of trips offered by companies specialising in budget travellers (contact me for addresses etc.) There are many things one can do for free (eg walk up Table Mountain or spend a day on the beach.)

Best Way To Get Around:

Mini bus taxis.
Car rental.

The Green Elephant.Best of IgoUgo

Hotel

Lion Room.
Constantly improving innovative and friendly! ISDN email connection, solar heated pool, jacuzzi and 4 poster beds make this spot a change from the rest, not to mention the crazy and fun folk around the place. Just the spot for a break.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Art on July 27, 2000

The Green Elephant.
57 Milton Road Cape Town, South Africa
+(27) 2144 86359

Cloudbreak Backpackers LodgeBest of IgoUgo

Hotel

View from the street.
Situated at the foot of Table Mountain, with a five minute walk to town. In the immediate vicinity you will find a local pool hall, Drum Cafe' and restuarants. Also easy access to beaches. e-mail: cloudbrk@gem.co.za
  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by Art on August 18, 2000

Cloudbreak Backpackers Lodge
219 Upper Buitenkant Street Cape Town, South Africa
+27 21 461 6892

Africa CafeBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant | "The Africa Cafe."

Eat as much as you please for a fixed price. A selection of traditional dishes from all over Africa. A full bar with a large variety of cocktails. Limited selection of wine but one can bring your own. Try not to eat too much before as you will need the space in your stomach.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Art on July 27, 2000

Africa Cafe
108 Shortmarket St. Cape Town, South Africa 8001
+27 (21) 422-0221

Robben IslandBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Robin Island Cruise."

The Island prison where the now Ex-President of South Africa was Imprisoned. A 20 minute boat cruise will get you there. One spends approximately 45 minutes on the island with a guide who is usually one of the ex-inmates. It is an interesting and informative trip.
  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by Art on July 27, 2000

Robben Island
Table Bay Cape Town, South Africa 8000
+27 (21) 419 1300

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