Map & Area

Stellenbosch

Only 28 km from Cape Town International Airport, Stellenbosch is the ideal base from which to explore the entire region. A wide variety of quality accommodation options offer value for money while food lovers are provided with endless choice by the many excellent restaurants. in town and at the various wine estates. The safety of a small town combined with the amenities and vibrancy of a cosmopolitan centre, makes Stellenbosch the place to stay while visiting the area.

Known worldwide for its quality wines and the spectacular beauty of the surroundings, Stellenbosch is home to one of the most prestigious old Wine Regions in the world. Visitors will be mesmerized by breathtaking scenery and warm South African hospitality. Here one can enjoy the juice of the vine in an awe inspiring historic setting.

Founded in 1679, Stellenbosch is the oldest town in South Africa next to Cape Town. Walking through the streets of Stellenbosch, one can almost feel the history, as if strolling in days of old. The town is packed with many historic buildings dating back to the early 1700’s. Numerous interesting fables and tales are imbedded in its rich historic roots and you will hear about some of these when you do the “Stellenbosch on Foot” tour.

The Stellenbosch University is internationally known and it provides world class education combined with stunning surroundings with rich heritage and tradition for around 25 000 students every year. The oak lined streets have seen the likes of well known leaders and public figures shaped by their sojourn in Stellenbosch. More and more international students flock to Stellenbosch each year to embrace the diversity of the region.

Golfers have a choice of 3 top class golf courses in the area and a further 8 within 25 minutes drive.

Cape Town

Cape Town, the Mother City of Africa and the Western Cape, an area which is regarded as one of the most beautiful regions in the world. The City is a rare cultural gem, resulting from the amalgamation of Indonesian, French, Dutch, British and German settlers, as well as the local Bushman and Hottentot tribes and the Bantu tribes from the north.

The impressive presence of Table Mountain, flanked by the legendary Devil’s Peak and historical Signal Hill, stands proudly above the city. Beautiful white sandy beaches along a peaceful coastline frame the Cape Peninsula, which is famed for its unique floral kingdom, bountiful rivers, dams and magnificent countryside. The surrounding area extends far into the winelands, green in summer and red-gold in autumn.

Cape Town boasts a multitude of entertainment, ranging from outdoor activities and adventures in the sun to a roaring night life under neon signs. The vast range of shopping opportunities includes haggling with shop holders at Greenmarket Square Flea Market, as well as breezing through sophisticated and stylish shopping malls. The huge variety of restaurants reflect the multi-cultured history of the Cape and caters for everyone’s tastes, from fast-food outlets and casual eateries to chic and very elegant dining options.

Cape Town provides a setting for many scenic wonders, magnificent seascapes and panoramic vistas. The beautiful coastal areas of Camps Bay, Clifton, Llandudno, Bantry Bay, Hout Bay and Blouberg surround the breathtaking tranquility of the winelands, Constantia, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franshhoek.

Cape Town is a city of culture, built on a history that reflects in the architecture, cuisine, music and dance. Together with a warm summer and temperate winter climate and a friendly community, the Western Cape and the Mother City are an ideal holiday destination throughout the year.