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Article #165: Self-drive Holidays In Gorgeous Cape Town

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Cape Town is known for its sheer variety panoramic views of the place where the
of things to do and places to see. It is Indian Ocean meets the Atlantic.
often referred to as 'the world in one Camps Bay is a popular beach with
city' for its array of cultures and tourists, locals and celebrities. Camps
landmarks that resemble a number of Bay offers a number of beachfront bars
international destinations. and restaurants for leisurely afternoons.
Cape Town offers so many wonderful places The palm trees that line the beach road
to visit and is certainly best explored give Camps Bay a distinct a
by car, making it ideal for a self-drive California-esque feeling.
holiday. Whilst Cape Town is a relatively Hout Bay is a small isolated valley, only
small city, it is spread out and car hire accessible through windy roads. Enjoy the
offers much needed accessibility. laidback maritime atmosphere and visit
Basic public transport is available and the quaint harbour, an ideal spot to buy
adequate, but you may feel constricted by fresh fish.
it. A lot of the public and privatised Ou Kaapse Weg is mountain pass that runs
modes of travel won't allow you to take between Tokai and Noordhoek. Not only
the journey at your own pace and spend does it offer mountain-top views of the
time in the places that you want to spend surrounding areas, but there are a number
time in. It's no surprise that car rental of stops where you can take walks on top
in Cape Town is so popular. of the mountain.
There is a wide range of car rental Victoria Drive is a route along the
service providers in Cape Town, from Atlantic from Camps Bay to Hout Bay or
small specialist businesses to leading Llundadno. Thanks to it's positioning,
international companies, so you are sure it's a lovely road from which you can
to find exactly what you want for your enjoy the tranquil sunset.
self-drive holiday. Other Great Places to Visit
Cape Town Self-drive Holiday Highlights If you decide to go ahead with hiring a
Because Cape Town is set along a Cape car, Cape Town is just the beginning of
Peninsula, you are likely to find that your adventures as the surrounding areas
some of your best experiences happen have so much to offer. The local wine
whilst you are en route to whichever estates are of an international standard
destination you choose to visit that day. and offer serene breaks from the urban
Cape Town is home to some of the finest bustle. Enjoy wine tastings at a number
scenic drives in the world. Its routes of award-winning wine estates.
allow you to truly get a feel for the There are also a number of rustic towns
magnificent flora that Cape Town has to that you can't afford to miss.
offer. As most of them are relatively secluded,
Chapman's Peak Drive is a windy coastal they offer an old world charm that teems
road. Drive along the steep cliffs and with character. One such place is
stop off at a number of points where you Franschhoek. Franschhoek is a small
can look out towards the sparse ocean picturesque French village set in the
whilst enjoying a picnic. mountains. Apart from the lavish
Cape Point is a nature reserve with a countryside, Franschhoek is home to some
great deal of unique animal and plant of the best restaurants that South Africa
life. It's a dramatic spot, offering has to offer.






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