Arriving in Cape Town, you might get a bit confused. Mountain to the left, ocean to right, city 
bustle in the middle; or was it first the city and then....? Anyway, upon arrival you will quickly notice what sets this place apart from it’s contemporaries across the globe: In Cape Town you can have it all. Scenic landscapes, beautiful people, sun, fun and good, oh-so-good food.So much so, that one more than often forgets that this breath-takingly stunning piece earth is in fact a top-rated bio-diversity hotspot, and as such hosts a variety of unique minature eco-systems that have been around for ages. For example the faimed Cape ‘Fynbos’ - a fern - which can be found at over 30 National and Private Parks,Conservation Areas and Heritage sites around the city. If you choose to ‘go with the flow’, you will find yourself utterly engaged by the sheer variety of hikes and ‘secret look-outs’ to be discovered across the Cape Peninsula – all capable of evoking long-lasting images in your memory way after the hangover is gone. Try the warm springs just after Hermanus or the ‘The Rock’ for the most scenic sun-set picnic over Camps Bay.
bustle in the middle; or was it first the city and then....? Anyway, upon arrival you will quickly notice what sets this place apart from it’s contemporaries across the globe: In Cape Town you can have it all. Scenic landscapes, beautiful people, sun, fun and good, oh-so-good food.So much so, that one more than often forgets that this breath-takingly stunning piece earth is in fact a top-rated bio-diversity hotspot, and as such hosts a variety of unique minature eco-systems that have been around for ages. For example the faimed Cape ‘Fynbos’ - a fern - which can be found at over 30 National and Private Parks,Conservation Areas and Heritage sites around the city. If you choose to ‘go with the flow’, you will find yourself utterly engaged by the sheer variety of hikes and ‘secret look-outs’ to be discovered across the Cape Peninsula – all capable of evoking long-lasting images in your memory way after the hangover is gone. Try the warm springs just after Hermanus or the ‘The Rock’ for the most scenic sun-set picnic over Camps Bay. 
Best contact one of the Fair Trade in Tourism SA tour operators or befriend some locals for the low-down on these and other spots. After you have feasted eye and lungs it is probably time to fill up your tummy as well. Although you can choose from a myriad of restaurants across Cape Town, it pays to have a look around. There still are some hidden gems that not only leave your stomach wallowing with joy afterwards, but actually contribute to making the Cape a better place by sourcing only organically- and sustainably-grown, local foods in order to satify your appetite. Some examples include “Zucchini’s” on Loop Street, ‘Emily’s’ at the V&A Waterfront or “The Greenhouse” at the majestic Cellars-Hohenort.If you’re the “DIY/I-Totally-Love-To-Cook” -type, simply browse around one of the over 20 organic markets in and around the city.
You will find anything from fresh farm produce to carefully crafted specialty foods as you browse row after row of environmental activism personified. And in case you’re wondering how to get to all these places, you’ll be pleased to know that we sport an environmentally-friendly, carbon-conscious cab company called “The Green Cab”, several Avis branches for carbon-neutral rental cars, as well as a multitude of bicycle rental agencies, horse carriage companies and locals willing to share a ride via a ‘Rixis Cab’ - a local share-ride provider.Oh, did I mention the paragliding, mountain-climbing, downhill mountain biking, abseiling, shark-cage diving, surfing, kiteboarding, sunset horse trailing, crafts shopping, township-touring, sea kayaking or sandboarding you could get up to? Nope?!
Well, I’m glad I did then.
Hamba kakuhle. Go well.
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