Beaches
Cape Town has stunning beaches separated by "The Mountain. When the wind blows hard on one side of the berg, you will more than likely find a calm spot on the other. The best bathing months in Cape Town are from mid-January to mid-April. It also has frequent out of season warm weather all year round. You can find yourself sunbathing in mid winter in a 26 degree heat wave lasting three to four days when it should be 15-20 degrees.
Clifton Beach, Camps Bay, Llandudno Beach, Sandy Bay, Sea Point are on the western side of the mountain, while Muizenberg, Simons Town, Boulders, Fishoek, Hout Bay & Noordhoek lie to the east.

Cape Flying School
Flight training is a personal business. One on one instruction is important. The Cape Flying school has a good reputation for safety and service. The writer has flown there on a few occasions and found the staff friendly, courteous and efficient. If one works at it an hour per day, one can get a PPL (Private Pilots License) within six weeks. It's internationally recognized and costs between ZAR 36-45,000.

Tel : + 27 (0) 44 876-9217, Fax : + 27 (0) 44 876-9036, Email: gerald.todd@worldonline.co.za

Cango Caves
According to legend the caves were discovered during 1780. Early visitors had to brave the pitch darkness of the vast caverns from the poor light of self made candles.

Over the years improvements took place and today modern technology makes it possible that all the wonders of the cave are skillfully illuminated for the benefit of visitors.

The Cango Caves are an absolute must for all domestic and/or foreign tourists - if you miss the Caves, you might as well have stayed home.

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Cycling - Downhill Adventures
Downhill Adventures runs exciting bicycle tours through the most scenic parts of the Cape Peninsular. It caters for all fitness levels, hires equipment, has knowledgeable guides and vehicle support. If you are getting to my age (fifty-ish) it's well worth getting into cycling as it is a good cardio vascular workout causing minimal sports injuries.

Tel: +27 (21) 422 0388, Fax: +27 (21) 4230 127

Knysna Elephant Park - Garden Route
Knysna Elephant Park is proud to introduce their new Elephant Back Safari. Get a once in a lifetime opportunity to ride one of these incredible creatures. Enjoy a spectacular African Sunrise or Sunset as you ride through indigenous Cape fynbos with stunning views of the Outeniqua mountain range. Round off this amazing experience with light snacks and refreshments while enjoying the ambience of scenic views at our lapa.

Elephant Safaris
Duration: ± 2 hours
Options: Sunrise ride or Sunset ride
Minimum: 2 persons
Maximum: 10 persons

Rates
2 - 10 Persons: Adults: R 450.00, Children 6 – 12yrs: R 250.00

Private Safari Rates
Have the elephants all to yourselves for that extra special occasion.
2 - 4 Persons: Adults: R 980.00, Children 6 – 12yrs: R 450.00

Go Karting - Kenilworth
Indoor Kart Racing is a scream. It'll take you back to the years when you were a kid, racing your mates in soap box carts made of anything that would roll & hold together. It's an inexpensive, mega-excitement sport. The adrenaline rush of racing a high-tech kart at speed around a twisty racetrack, as you jostle for position can only remind one of what it was like being a kid. I'd thoroughly recommend this for families, teambuilding and birthday parties.
Tel: +27 (21) 683-2670 / 6174 / 6950, Fax: +27 (21) 683-2606, Email: kenilworthkarting@karting.co.za

Horse Riding - Noordhoek
Noordhoek Beach is the longest beach in Cape Town measuring four kilometers. famous for its horse rides. There is nothing quite like galloping through the waves, the spray in your face and the wind in your hair. Horse rides along Noordhoek Beach are available from Imhoff's Farm just outside Kommetjie or from a number of stables in Noordhoek itself. Horse riding lessons for riders or all ages and levels are also available.

Microlight Tours - Western Cape Microlight Clubs
The Western Cape Microlight Club is an association of aviation enthusiasts who enjoy building, flying and discussing everything about microlight aircraft . Our membership is currently on 120 and the club boasts a wide selection of aircraft.

Email: committee@wcmc.co.za

Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary
Monkeyland is an eco-adventure tourist driven free-roaming multi-specie primate sanctuary. We offer an open invitation to visit us for an educational tour / guided monkey safari at Monkeyland.

Monkeyland is the world's first and currently only multi-species free-roaming primate sanctuary.

• the primates at Monkeyland are wild (free-roaming)
• the longest suspension bridge in Africa (128m)
• English, Afrikaans, Xhosa, German, French, Italian and Spanish guides
• easily accessible from the N2 (National road between CT and PE)
• tourist attraction with a difference
• total forest experience
• excellent bird life
• suitable for any age group

Quad biking - Downhill Adventures
Now we are talking great fun in the outdoors. No license is required because its all done off road and it s safer for novices than off road biking. Whether you're speeding through the obstacle course on the 6 speed "Blaster", or taking it easy on one of the mellow scenic routes, Quad biking is fun.

Tel: +27 (21) 422 0388, Fax: +27 (21) 4230 127

Sea Kayaking - Downhill Adventures
I like doing a bit of exercise that justifies the calories consumed from imbibing the occasional beer. Kayaking does it for me as cycling does. It's easy for most and relaxing, while burning those calories with little effort. Down hill adventures offer guided sea kayaking trips along the coast of the Cape Peninsula. They are well organised and maintain a position as market leaders. They've been going since 1995.

Tel: +27 (21) 422 0388, Fax: +27 (21) 4230 127

Tiffendell Ski Resort
From your first welcoming drink, through to your final goodbye, our friendly staff will look after you so you can enjoy the entertainment in this unique African environment. The mountain is the perfect place to escape from reality and enjoy a snowy, thrilling time.

Rates
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Vigin Active Fittness Centre
Stay in shape and look at all shapes in Virgins fitness centers. One can spend hours envying the toned flesh that works hard in these set ups, or do something about toning up. With dedicated "perving," eye muscles can be developed in a few short weeks. Virgin fitness centers are international and are represented in most cities in RSA. Facilities include: Gym, Squash, Indoor training, cycling, pool, sauna, and circuit training.

Blue Train - A Luxurious Experience
The Blue train is an indulgence in uncommon luxury. It's expensive, but very, very good value. Service is exemplary, the food is divine. It's a five star hotel on wheels. The Blue Train routes are Johannesburg Cape Town, Garden Route, Victoria Falls & Dar Es Salaam in Tanzania.

Tel: +27 12 334-8459, Fax: +27 12 334-8464 or +27 12 334 8081
For further information about The Blue Train, please contact us by sending e-mail to: BlueTrain@Spoornet.co.za

Iziko Museums
Iziko Museum of Cape Town is a African museum telling the history of South Africa, through colonial times, the Apartheid Struggle to the New Struggle to build a future for the citizens of this country. It is often said that History is the beaten path to future success. Through history we can avoid the mistakes of the past and better plan our future. For this purpose, we think Iziko Museum's well worth seeing if history is your bag. 192 Main Road, Muizenberg (close to Muizenberg Station).

Tel: +27 (21) 788 4106, Fax: +27 (21) 788 3908

Seal Island Tours - Romonza Boat Trips
A lazy and interesting way to spend a morning. Seals look cute and cuddly, but don't get into the water. It's cold and seals are the Great White's favourite prey. Allow forty minutes to drive to Hout Bay from the city bowl, an hour and a half on the water and finish off with lunch at one of the harbor restaurants.

Tel: & Fax: +27 (44) 690-3101
E-mail: romonza@mweb.co.za

Kanonkop Estate
Kanonkop is a fourth generation family estate, originally purchased by JW Sauer, a cabinet member in the parliament of the Union of South Africa. His son Paul Oliver became the Minister of Railways and Harbours and later became a Senator. Paul Oliver took over the reins from his father and drew in partners Danie Rossouw a known comedian & in 1968 former Springbok rugby great Jan 'Boland' Coetzee joined the team as a young graduate winemaker from the University of Stellenbosch. Since then they have made very funny, but forceful wines with a strong jockstrap& takkies influence. A highly recommended estate.

Tel: +27 (21) 884 4656, Fax: +27 21 884 4719, Email: info@kanonkop.co.za

Spier Estate
An enchanting Cape experience awaits you at historic Spier is one of the closer estates in the heart of the Stellenbosch wine lands. Ten years ago, Spier iwas taken over by a Germand winemaker, Baron von Drinkalot who pumped in loads of money to build a hotel, conference facilities and day care center for alcoholics posing as wine tasters. They have done a great job. Undoubtedly the most unique wine land developments in RSA.

Tel: +27 (21) 809 1100, Email: info@spier.co.za

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
“NEW GUESTS!” is the cheerful call often heard in the lodge at Grootbos. Greeted with a smile and welcomed with a glass of fine South African sparkling wine, guests at Grootbos are made to feel instantly special.

Two lodges, one great experience! The classic Garden Lodge set in a lush indigenious surrounding is the ideal family getaway. The new Forest Lodge with its contemporary and modern style appeals to the cosmopolitan traveller.

Feel welcome at a truly unique place where conservation and relaxation have found the perfect home.

Rates

FROM 1 APRIL 2005 UNTIL 31 AUGUST 2005

- Sharing per person, per night R 1840.00
- Single per person, per night R 2570.00

4-10 years per child per night R 730.00
Maximum 2 children on sleeper couch in lounge

11-16 years per child per night R 1070.00
Maximum 1 child on sleeper couch in lounge

FROM 1 SEPTEMBER 2005 - 30 April 2006

- Sharing per person, per night R 2300.00
- Single per person, per night R 3210.00

4-10 years per child per night R 910.00
Maximum 2 children on sleeper couch in lounge

11-16 years per child per night R 1340.00
Maximum 1 child on sleeper couch in lounge

FROM 1 MAY 2006 - 31 August 2006

- Sharing per person, per night R 1840.00
- Single per person, per night R 2570.00

4-10 years per child per night R 730.00
Maximum 2 children on sleeper couch in lounge

11-16 years per child per night R 1070.00
Maximum 1 child on sleeper couch in lounge

FROM 1 September 2006 - 30 April 2007

- Sharing per person, per night R 2500.00
- Single per person, per night R 3410.00

4-10 years per child per night R 910.00
Maximum 2 children on sleeper couch in lounge

11-16 years per child per night R 1340.00
Maximum 1 child on sleeper couch in lounge

RATES INCLUDE:
Luxury accommodation in free standing suites, welcome drink, three course dinner (fine cuisine prepared by master chefs), breakfast buffet with full English breakfast menu, fresh fruit basket daily, champagne on afternoon drive to the nearby coast, transfer to boat activity (Dyer Island), horse riding, guided walks or drives in the reserve and various maps of the area or for self guided walks.
Children up to the age of 4 stay free of charge.
Children of all ages staying in their own bedroom, pay full adult rates.

BOOKING CONDITIONS:
Minimum stay of 2 nights.
Rates include VAT @ 14% and are quoted in SA Rand (subject to changes).
All reservations require full pre-payment before arrival of guest.
All requests, confirmations and cancellations are only valid if in writing.
Provisional bookings will only be held for the period of time stated on the provisional confirmation, there after the booking will automatically be released.

CANCELLATIONS
The cancellation fee is a percentage of the full accommodation account:
14 to 30 days prior to arrival 50%
7 to 14 days prior to arrival 75%
0 to 7 days prior to arrival 100%