The last few discoveries on the Cape Point Route...

The wandering coastline leads you through Fish Hoek. This seaside village is surrounded by rugged mountains and boasts one of the safest swimming beaches and is a favourite with wind surfers, lifesavers and hobie cat sailers. Visitors mingle with the locals who swim and walk their dogs on the accessible beach or stroll along the catwalk which heads southwards to Sunny Cove. Fish Hoek Galley situated right on the beach offers a restaurant and a bistro and a great viewing spot for Southern Right whales in season. Fish Hoek is actually a centre of human civilisation and is home to an early stone age historic site where the remains of the 12 000 year old Fish Hoek man was found at Peers Cave.

It’s hard to believe that retro Kalk Bay is actually part of Cape Town. The pace differs – interesting people stroll along the wharf and browse the quirky shops, relaxed citizens sip on superb Cape Wines and cold beers while surfers ride the breakers. The fishing village is a buzz with local fisherman, bohemian shopping, antiques, crafts and superb restaurants. If you stay on the Cape Point Route long enough you can arrange to go out with trek fisherman, who leave the harbour in the early morning and return with shouts of “Hottentot, kabeljou, Red Roman” or the appropriate catch of the day. There is an arty vibe, a growing nightlife, with great theatre and the art, architecture and cuisine are much sought after.

Colourful bathing boxes are the trademark of St James and the start of grand stone houses that line the road to Muizenberg. The homes reflect a wealthy colonial past and despite a slight fading in the grandeur of its heyday it is easy to see why this section was called “Millionaire’s Mile”. Muizenberg itself was an exclusive seaside resort for the rich and famous and there is something of a rejuvenation happening in the town with an expanding gastronomic and theatre culture. Muizenberg today is more famous for its long wide expanse of sandy beach with kid-friendly waves, colourful bathing boxes and the added bonus of warmer water for bathers. Behind the beach are added extras like miniature putt-putt and the super-tube (waterslide). "The Corner" is a Cape Town hot spot of surfculture for learners and professionals alike. Muizenberg is an easy access point for hiking off Boyes Drive which is a scenic travel road and also lies within easy reach of Zandvlei a popular bird watching and water sport destination.

An area of natural beauty, diverse cultures and unique attractions, the Cape Point Route is the ultimate playground where there is something for everybody, young and old. With a host of activities in the area, from golfing to aqua action, leisure and entertainment comes easily to those who stay. SO, if you are looking for vast open spaces, outstanding cuisine, theatre, live music, magnificent scenery, a sense of tranquillity, and your blend of choice is a combination of mountain and sea with a touch of earthy elegance, make the Cape Point Route your weekend getaway. Only 30 minutes from Cape Town city centre its quick, accessible, affordable and definitely worth more than a one night stand.

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