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Scarborough Beach on the Cape Peninsula.

Why visit Western Cape

The splendours of the Western Cape lie not only in its world-class vineyards, stunning beaches and mountains, but also in lesser-known regions, such as the wide-open spaces of the Karoo, the many nature reserves and the wilderness areas. Make sure you get out into these wild, less-visited areas for birdwatching and wildlife adventure, as well as pure relaxation under vast skies.

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South Africa’s Stunning South: Cape Town, Wine Country, and the Garden Route

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  1. 1 Cruising through the Cape Peninsula to witness the seal pups of Seal Island
  2. 2 Summiting Cape Town’s spectacular Lion’s Head Mountain for panoramic city views
  3. 3 Sipping regional wines from generations-old vineyards in South Africa’s famous wine country
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