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Safari, White Sharks at Cape Town
Posted on Jun 29, 2009, 10:31:04 by travelbutlers
... near Cape Town ... unfortunately it is not possible to go on a 'true' African safari near Cape Town, and in order to combine Southern Africa's most popular city with the thrill of a proper safari, visitors will either need to drive or fly to ...
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South-Africa without a touroperator
Posted on Mar 18, 2007, 15:47:07 by moorkes
On our site You can see almost 1000 photos of South-Africa, our trip, a country discription....,and many more The daybook, now just in Dutch language, but soon also in English. Our trip of 1 month: Cape-Town / Cape of Good Hope / Simon's Town / ...
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10 Days in South Africa
Posted on Aug 5, 2009, 02:45:52 by dbroo
My wife and I spent 10 great days in South Africa. We started out at Africa Sky guest house on the outskirts of Johannesburg. Since we were only spending the night, we decided it was easier to stay by the airport. Africa Sky was great. Excellent food and a ...
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Safari, White Sharks at Cape Town
Posted on Jun 15, 2009, 03:13:27 by john.macarther
Nops!!! I had never been there to Cape Town. I have heard that Cape Town is the oldest and most beautiful city in South Africa. It is amongst one of the top destinations in the world. You can enjoy wildlife safaris in the Cedarberg Mountains ...
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Safari, White Sharks at Cape Town
Posted on Jun 8, 2009, 16:34:05 by nixsboys
... is worth sampling some wines here too. Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve . It is a bit of a drive from the centre of cape town but worth it for the wild vegetation and crashing seas. It is at Cape Point where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. ...
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Safari, White Sharks at Cape Town
Posted on Jun 5, 2009, 03:08:44 by travelon72
... (without the diving) as well as some of the sights of the southern cape. Can anyone recommend nice accommodations, a nice day safari, and possibly info on white shark tourism? Never been to Africa before. Any other considerations when in Cape Town?
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Bazbus or car hire?
Posted on Jan 21, 2009, 12:02:02 by nixsboys
... up to Table mountain and return by cablecar, Kirstenbosch, Cederberg,West Coast, hout Bay for additional info i am also at The Cape Town sightseeing bus is apparently a great option to see the sights around Cape Town. Check it out at: and at R200 ...
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Cape Town Hostels?
Posted on Jun 16, 2007, 11:16:50 by travelmad
... at the Inn Long Street and Cape Town Backpackers. Does anyone have any suggestions or comments about those hostels or any others in Cape Town? Thanks Cheryl I have stayed at Inn Long at it was great...right in the Long Street with bars and clubs and ...
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Cape Town Hostels?
Posted on May 26, 2007, 03:15:52 by World Adventurer
... Cape Town in August and wanted to find out what hostels people recommend. I've been looking at the Inn Long Street and Cape Town Backpackers. Does anyone have any suggestions or comments about those hostels or any others in Cape Town? Thanks Cheryl
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Round South Africa with Baz Bus?
Posted on Jul 3, 2009, 07:27:02 by nadege
... to travel around. It' s also a nice way to meet interesting people. f you are looking for more information about various means of transport within South Africa, I advise you to check on www.voilacapetown.com/cape-town-transport.html. Have fun!
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South Africa Feb-April 2006
Posted on Dec 8, 2005, 14:14:39 by katieontherun
... near Johannesburg for a month (until 13 March), and then I'll make my way across the country to Cape Town. I've never been to South Africa but have vowed to read a travel guide (I won one through TNT Travel Magazine, thanks again) BEFORE I go. ...
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Recommendations for Johannesburg
Posted on Nov 8, 2009, 20:03:34 by purplebuggy
Hey guys, I'm heading back to South Africa but was looking for advice on accomodation and activities while I'm in Johannesburg. I've been there before but I've never stayed in the city before, I've usually just skipped over it and ...
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Johannesburg
Posted on Jun 15, 2009, 03:24:09 by john.macarther
I just know that this city is a transit point for connecting flights to Cape Town, Durban, and the Kruger National Park coz I changed my flight from here to Cape Town. I think this city is not traditionally been known as a tourist destination.
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Safari, White Sharks at Cape Town
Posted on Jun 5, 2009, 10:29:50 by starlagurl
I just did a quick search and found some shark-related blogs for you to peruse: And some safari-related blogs: I've never been, so I can't be of much help, but hopefully someone pipes up with some more personal recommendations soon!
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Johannesburg
Posted on Dec 14, 2008, 12:37:06 by off_road_clara
... Apartheid museum) and you are close enough to Soweto is you want to see what a modern day township looks like. South Africa is a positive country, and a great place to see wildlife (Hluhluwe-iMfolozi, Pillanesburg, Kruger Parks), and learn about African ...
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Round South Africa with Baz Bus?
Posted on May 7, 2007, 16:38:37 by His Royal Monkeyness
... to Durban a couple times by BazBus. It picks you up and drops you off right at your hostel, so you should be safe. South Africa has some good hostels along that route. Unfortunately I wasn't getting so lucky with weather for the beach towns. A day at ...
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Cape Town Hostels?
Posted on Jun 17, 2007, 06:32:56 by off_road_clara
Cape Town Backpackers is nice and quiet, although sligtly farther away from the centre of town. Long Street Backpackers is more noisy but right in the heart of the city. Staff are friendly and they can organise a shuttle to the airport. It's greta to ...
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Drifters Tours
Posted on Apr 22, 2008, 21:03:39 by t4459uhn
... this company. It was highly recommended to me by a South African and a travel agent but I am wondering if someone knows about it first hand. I am doing the coastal explorer for 9 days and the Cape Town via Vic falls to Jo-burg for 24 days. Thanks, Melanie
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South Africa
Posted on Jan 22, 2008, 06:18:02 by idarich
Hi Vivian, what do you want to know? I'm a South African ( or 'Saffer') originally from Cape Town, living in the UK...
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South African Road Trip July/August 2010!
Posted on Dec 11, 2009, 12:09:54 by sarajane
... out in SA in a small rural hospital last summer and I totally can't wait to get back there. I'm doing a road trip from Cape Town to Durban over three weeks and hopefully will see some friends along the way. I would love company for all/part of my ...
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Fifa World Cup 2010
Posted on Nov 24, 2009, 11:52:00 by limetree
if anyone is looking for cheap flights for the world cup try this website Flightspecials.co.za i have a really good deal from london to cape town!
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Cape Town
Posted on Jun 3, 2009, 16:24:17 by kenhuocj
I am a long time "Travelpod member" . . . . . . . about places to stay. My wife and I are going at the end of the month . . . . . goodrichodyssey where did you stay? Cape Town is one of my favourite destinations
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Cape Town
Posted on Jan 3, 2009, 13:24:45 by lou82
... night. A bargain for what it is. Obviously there are the usual hotel chains but I haven't or don't know anyone who's stayed in them to recommend any others. I hope you have an amazing time in Cape Town it's an awesome place! Lou
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Cape Town
Posted on Jan 3, 2009, 12:10:40 by goodrichodyssey
I am a long time "Travelpod member" and have been searching the site for people who have been to Cape Town within the last year or so, to ask about places to stay. My wife and I are going at the end of the month and would like to book something before we ...
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Bazbus or car hire?
Posted on Oct 31, 2008, 14:06:50 by kenhuocj
consider hiring a Car when you're in Cape Town. Necessary for getting to the spread out winelands and other attractions. A quick must do list: walk up to Table mountain and return by cablecar, Kirstenbosch, Cederberg,West Coast, hout Bay for additional ...
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Round South Africa with Baz Bus?
Posted on Jan 16, 2008, 14:57:19 by banners
I used the baz bus for a tour around cape town, it was very safe loads of people also travelling alone so you will make friends fast. We had a guide who had a proper guides qualification, his knowledge was incredible and was very friendly. I would highly ...
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Round South Africa with Baz Bus?
Posted on Nov 18, 2007, 17:11:35 by sunnye
... wondering about travelling the Garden route with the Baz Bus!! I'm travelling alone and have about 5-6 days from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth return. I was thinking about stopping at Oudtshoorn, Wilderness, Plett Bay and Port Elizabeth! ...
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Cape Town Hostels?
Posted on Jul 2, 2007, 08:10:57 by kate1979
Hiya. I was in Cape Town in December 2006 and stayed at The Backpack on New Church Street. Its about a 5 minute walk from Long Street and is one of the nicest hostels I have ever stayed in - more like a B&B really. They have a really good website at ...
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Round South Africa with Baz Bus?
Posted on Jun 17, 2007, 06:28:45 by off_road_clara
... as public transport here sucks. Check out the cheap SA airlines - Kalulua, 1time, Mango, Nationwide - at the moment you can fly from Cape Town to Durbs for less than R200! Either way - SA is a great place so I hope you enjoy your time here, Cheers, ...
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Africa Adventure
Posted on May 24, 2007, 04:33:44 by babycarl
... estimated to have formed around 500 million years ago: a natural catastrophe, which has led to one of Africa's most unique and barren landscapes. Cosmopolitan Cape Town was the last stop on the South West Safari, but we decided to extend our visit here to ...
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