An introduction to Western Cape

The Western Cape is South Africa’s fourth-largest province – and with this scale, it delivers a huge amount of experiences. The breadth and variety of these is simply staggering; from raw wilderness to world-class vineyards, rugged landscapes of the Karoo to sweeping coastal drives; the Western Cape offers beauty no matter what angle or altitude you see it from.

Home to the second most populous town in all of South Africa, the bustling hub of Cape Town is a great port from which to start your South African adventure. Explore the metropolis that lies in the shadow of the famous Table Mountain, or catch a boat out to the notorious Robben Island for a tour of the prison that once held Nelson Mandela. You’ll find it hard to tear yourself away from the captivating hubbub of the city, but the great expanses of the Western Cape awaits. Tour the vineyards and valleys of Stellenbosch or Franschhoek for a feast that is for the eyes and the mouth. Head further out and drive along the Swartberg Pass for sea views that we can’t do justice to in words; we’re not exaggerating when we say it will be one of the most amazing car journeys of your life. And when the verdant valleys, coastal azures and glittering skylines have been checked off the list, the dramatic landscapes of Little and Great Karoo offer outdoor adventurers the chance to wander through an unspoilt, arid land…

We can give you a glimpse of what Western Cape has to offer, but this diverse province is somewhere that you need to see for yourself. Go, explore, and be amazed.