With Spring in the air Cape Town is filled with a sense of reawakening as the city literally comes alive. Longer, warmer days and increasingly balmy evenings give a hint of the African summer to come.
The Mother City’s events calendar is starting to fill up – the city is abuzz with some wonderful happenings on the cards for the coming weeks – some within the borders of the city and others slightly further afield. With them come a series of exciting outdoor sports events to get you moving.
Also, a noteworthy happening in September, in preparation for those hot beach-going days, is International Coastal Cleanup Day on the 28th of the month, and for those that wish to do their bit, read below about the beach clean up happening in conjunction with the Two Oceans Aquarium.
The 24th of September sees South Africans celebrating Heritage Day, a public holiday that celebrates the cultural diversity of this beautiful country. City Sightseeing wish everyone a wonderful day with friends and family - a rainbow nation celebration!
So, as the weather improves and we all start to get out and about again, join City Sightseeing - we will partner you through a unique Cape Town experience - and ensure that you see the best that the city has to offer.
Claus
Tworeck
PS: All our buses are equipped with a 14-Channel
Multi-language system to tell you the stories of Cape Town and add to
your experience!
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Claus Tworeck
CEO City Sightseeing Cape Town
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A FANTASTIC FOOTBALL FRIDAY IN CAPE TOWN Waking up on Friday morning in Cape Town
I was filled with contrasting emotions. On the one hand I was hopefully
going to be getting my car back after having to endure eight weeks of
pure frustration (don’t even ask!!), and on the other I was excited by
the realisation that the weather was great, I would be spending an hour or so climbing a gorgeous mountain, and I would be seeing the inside of Cape Town Stadium with the naked eye for the first time. So all in all a great day in store in one of the most beautiful cities in the world! Read more here
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GIVEAWAY AND COMPETITION WITH NEOTEL AND CITY SIGHTSEEING!
City Sightseeing have paired up with Neotel to bring you an exciting competition and giveaway offer that will ensure you connect with a loved one this Spring!
Enter now and stand a chance of winning the grand prize of a magical day out in Cape Town valued at R2000 which consists of the following:
› Two tickets on the City
Sightseeing bus
› Lunch at Blues Restaurant in
Camps Bay
› Two tickets up Table Mountain
cableway
› Two tickets on the Wheel of
Excellence
› A Neotel prepaid phone valued
at R599 plus R50 airtime
› A R500 shopping voucher from
Canal
Walk
› A bunch of gorgeous spring
blooms
Also, starting from 1 September, the first 100 people who sign up successfully with Neotel will receive a FREE ticket on the City Sightseeing bus.
So don't delay – enter here: www.neotel.citysightseeing.co.za and fill in the missing word in the sentence “Enter to win with Neotel’s ……………. Spring Experience”, also fill in your details and you will be automatically entered into the draw for this grand prize.
Alternatively you can also visit your nearest Altech Autopage store or Postnet and enter into the draw.
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A FEW INSIDER TIPS ON THINGS YOU REALLY SHOULD SEE THAT WILL MAKE YOUR VISIT TO THIS LOVELY CITY EVEN BETTER…
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Take a hike
With the weather warming up as Spring arrives and leads us towards Summer, why not take a full moon hike up Lions Head. One of the most popular attractions in Cape Town - practically a tradition!
Head up just before sunset and enjoy a picnic overlooking truly spectacular scenery whilst the full moon rises to light your way back. Lion's Head is situated between Cape Town's famous Table Mountain and Signal Hill, and forms part of the dramatic backdrop to the city.
In the 17th century Lion's Head was called Leeuwen Kop by the Dutch, while Signal Hill was known as Leeuwen Staart (Lion's tail).
For the more adventurous, there is a strenuous hiking trail of approximately two hours that offers the best views of the city and overlooks Camps Bay and Sea Point.
For the more cautious or beginners, there is an alternative route, which will take a little longer but it is very much worth the effort!
In September the full moon is on Thursday the 23rd, with the moonrise at 19h00.
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Sightseeing bring you a selection of great events that we feel are sure
to make your time in the Mother City that much more enjoyable and
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| Look and Feel Good Expo
This event is sure to help you regain your sparkle and energy after a long winter. South Africa’s premier health, beauty, fitness and wellbeing expo.
When: 10 September to 12 September 2010
Where: Cape Town International Convention Centre
Time: Various
Cost: Various
Contact: (0861) 115 318
Visit: www.webtickets.co.za
or www.lookandfeelgoodexpo.co.za
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| Cape Homemakers Expo 2010
An event that will get your home, office or garden looking great with the latest trends and decor ideas.
When: 2 September to 5 September 2010
Where: Cape Town International Convention Centre
Time: Various
Cost: Various
Contact: 021 511 2800
Visit: www.homemakersonline.co.za
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| Jeff Dunham
Don’t miss this hilarious ventriloquist perform with his politically incorrect puppets including Peanut, Walter and the infamous Achmed the Dead Terrorist.
When: 24 September 2010
Where: Grand Arena, Grand West
Time: 20h00
Cost:
Various
Contact: 083 915 8000
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| Cultivaria Arts Festival
An annual cultural extravaganza with top local performers in music, drama and comedy, as well as fine wines and delicious foods.
When: 24 September to 26 September 2010
Where: Throughout the town of Paarl
Time: Various
Cost: Various
Contact: 021 872 9754
Visit: www.cultivaria.com
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| Hermanus Whale Festival
A great festival that celebrates the whale-watching season. With something for the whole family.
When: 24 September to 28 September 2010
Where: Hermanus
Time: Various
Cost: Various
Contact: 028 313 0927
Visit: www.whalefestival.co.za
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| Nature Rocks
Bring along a picnic and enjoy an R&B concert with performances by Neville D, Ernie Smith and Jonathan Rubain.
When: 24 September 2010 (NB: In case of rain the event will take place on Monday 17 December)
Where: Oudekraal, Victoria Rd, between Camps Bay and Llandudno
Time: 12h00 to 18h00
Cost: R100
Contact: 083 915 8000
Visit: www.computicket.com
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| Rocking the Daisies
The biggest carbon-neutral event in the country, this annual eco-friendly music festival is all about "Party Hard, Tread Lightly'. Book early to avoid disappointment and enjoy a line up of brilliant local artists.
When: 8 October to 10 October 2010
Where: Cloof Wine Estate, Darling
Time: Various
Cost:
Various
Contact: 021 481 1832
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| Thriller Live
A spectacular, high energy multi media performance which celebrates the life of Michael Jackson.
When: 9 September to 12 September 2010
Where: Grand Arena, Grand West
Time: Various
Cost: Various
Contact: 021 505 7777 or 083 915 8000
Visit: www.computicket.co.za
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| Simon's Town Penguin Festival
A celebration of African Penguin Day (2 October) which includes a beach release of penguins rehabilitated at SANCCOB. Other highlights include Snake and Raptor shows, a jumping castle and games for kids as well as food and craft stalls.
When: 2 October to 3 October 2010
Where: Boulders Beach, Simon’s Town
Time:
Various
Cost: Free
Contact: 021 557 6155
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| Africa Aerospace & Defence Airshow 2010
The largest aerospace, defence, and security exhibition in Africa, held against the backdrop of Table Mountain.
When: 21 September to 25 September 2010
Where: Ysterplaat Air Force Base
Time: 08h00 onwards
Cost: tbc
Contact: 021 557 6155
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| Kirstenbosch craft markets
Taking place on the last Sunday of every month, the Kirstenbosch Craft Market offers wonderful hand crafted goods, a variety of refreshments and delicacies and pony rides for children.
When: 26 September 2010
Where: Grounds of the Kirstenbosch Stone Cottages, corner Kirstenbosch Drive and Rhodes Avenue, diagonally opposite the main entrance to Kirstenbosch Gardens
Time: 09h00 to 15h00
Cost: free
Contact: 021 671 5468
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| International Coastal Cleanup Day
Do your bit for the environment and join staff from the Two Oceans Aquarium in a clean up of Muizenberg beach and the Zandvlei estuary. Bring a hat, sunblock and refreshments.
When: 28 September 2010
Where: Sandvlei River Mouth, Muizenberg
Time: 11h00 to 14h00
Cost: free
Contact: 021 418 3823
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ARTS AND CULTURE
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| Porralicious - The Revenge
A comedy about being Portuguese in South Africa in which granny Maria Ferreira fights to keep her family together despite the odds and the excessive body hair.
When: 15 September to 2 October 2010
Where: Theatre on The Bay, Link St, Camps Bay
Time: 20h00
Cost: Various
Contact: 021 438 3300
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| Woyzeck
This version of the classic and brilliant tale of Woyzeck, is directed by Lara Foot and has been adapted to a contemporary African landscape setting.
When: 25 August to 11 September 2010
Where: Baxter Golden Arrow Studio
Time:
Various
Cost:
Various
Contact: 021 685 7880
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| The Crazy Store 10 and Crazy Store 21
Get out and active by taking part in a challenging road run through the vibrant township of Khayelitsha, with two distances to choose from.
When: 12 September 2010
Where: Starting at Khayelitsha Rugby Club, Khayelitsha
Time: Various
Cost: Various
Contact: 021 699 0615
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| The Crazy Store Table Mountain Challenge
One of South Africa’s premier off-road running events, competitors run through indigenous forest, cross mountain streams and pass through the pristine Orange Kloof area during this 36km trail run around Cape Town’s world-famous Table Mountain.
When: 18 September 2010
Where: Starting at Kloof Nek
Time: 07h00
Cost: tbc
Contact: 021 424 4760
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| Cape Town Marathon
Choose from three different distances and take part in the annual marathon which links the historic city centre with the wide variety of cultures and communities that make up the Mother City.
When: 26 September 2010
Where: Starting at Adderley Street
Time: Various
Cost: Various
Contact: 021 699 0624
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IMPORTANT
City
Sightseeing Cape Town have
endeavored to bring you information and
advice on some of the best
activities and events around Cape Town, but
please note that you
participate at your own risk and we cannot accept
liability for any injuries
or claims that may
arise.
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