Category: Africa

Cape Town sits at the meeting point of two oceans and two mountain ranges, a setting so dramatic that the city’s layout has been shaped almost entirely around the geography

QUICK FACTS Region: Cape Town Best time: Early morning, before afternoon cloud (the “tablecloth”) forms What to wear: Layers — the summit is significantly colder and windier than the city

QUICK FACTS Region: Table Bay, Cape Town Best time: Book weeks in advance regardless of season What to wear: Comfortable walking shoes; modest, respectful dress recommended Entry: Paid ferry and

QUICK FACTS Region: Cape Peninsula, roughly 1 hour from central Cape Town Best time: Calm-wind days; check forecast before committing What to wear: Windproof layers essential year-round Entry: Paid park

QUICK FACTS Region: Simon’s Town, Cape Peninsula Best time: Morning, when penguins are most active onshore What to wear: Swimwear acceptable for swimming sections; respect the no-touching rule Entry: Small