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HELLO TO ALL OUR FRIENDS!
Spring has sprung!
It’s the beginning of September and spring has sprung, with an abundance of flower buds, birds and bees buzzing around!
The days are getting noticeably warmer and the sun is setting a bit later each evening – the perfect time to head outdoors again!
What do you love about Cape Town? The Red Bus Hop On Hop Off Open Top Bus of course. Look out for “My Cape Town” week that will be hosted by Cape Town Tourism at the end of September.
Lots of fabulous prizes up for grabs!
Top-of-Cape-Town GREETINGS
Your City Sightseeing Cape Town Crew
STOP OF THE MONTH
Mount Nelson - Stop 7
The Mount Nelson is very family friendly and has numerous offerings specifically aimed at children:
- Yoga classes for children (accompanied by an adult)
- Spa treatments for children under 12 and for teenagers
- The legendary Afternoon Tea is suitable for the whole family.
- Sunday brunch served at the Oasis restaurant is very popular with families.
Contact the Mount Nelson on:
Contact: 021 483 1000
Website: www.mountnelson.co.za
WHERE DO I TAKE THE PARENTS?
September heralds the start of spring! Time to head outdoors!
PIPE TRACK
The Pipe Track is one of the easiest walks on Table Mountain with hardly any climbing. Follow the path along an old water pipe contour from the Kloofnek parking area along the side of the Table Mountain above Camps Bay. Stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and Lion’s Head.
Where: Kloofnek parking area
(as you turn onto the Cableway road from Kloofnek)
When: Every day, whenever you need to spend some time in
nature!
MILNERTON BICYCLE TRACK
Be one of the first to experience the great new bicycle track under construction. Currently the route is almost completed from Paarden Eiland all the way through to Dolphin Beach Hotel at the entrance of Blouberg. Did you know that the Rietvlei Nature Reserve along this path is an inland wetland boasting more than 112 bird species?
Where: Park you car at the Milnerton Light House and cycle
towards Blouberg. Alternatively park in Blouberg and cycle
towards Milnerton.
Effort Required: Easy cycle, with no inclines
Beware: You are cycling along Otto Du Plessis Driver (M14) and
cautioned to remain on the cycle track at all times.
THE GIRAFFE HOUSE – Wildlife Awareness Centre
“WWW - Walk with Werner!” Introducing children aged 5-13 years to the animals in the Giraffe House. Find out what’s new, what’s interesting, see how sick or rehabilitating animals are treated or simply chat about what’s happening the world of wildlife.
Where: The Giraffe House Wildness Awareness Centre, Exit 39 of
the N1
When: Last Saturday of the month
RSVP: Make sure you book before the time
Time: 10h00 - 11h00
Cost: Children (2-15years): R25, Adults: R45, Pensioners: R30
Contact: 021 884 4506
Website: www.giraffehouse.co.za
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The Sappi River Meander is a great way to explore and learn about the journey of a river, from the river mouth to its origin high up in the mountain. Discover a breeding colony of African penguins, rockhopper penguins, black oystercatchers and a wide selection of freshwater fish. Sit back and relax in the bird hide, observing this peaceful environment.
Did you know that 18 indigenous species of freshwater fish are found in the Western Cape, of which 13 are unique to the rivers in this area?
All 13 species are threatened with extinction.
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WHAT ANIMAL WAS SPOTTED ON TABLE MOUNTAIN THIS MONTH?
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The Peregrine Falconis one of the most widely distributed bird species on earth. They are specialized aerial hunters. The female is on average 30-40 percent larger than the male. The peregrine’s body is designed to achieve extreme speeds in near-vertical dives. It uses height and gravity to plummet earthwards at speeds of up to 400km per hours. The Peregrine Falcon hunts for small reptiles such as lizards, geckos and bush snakes. The falcon is monogamous, finding one partner for life. Most peregrine pairs lay eggs within the first 3 weeks of September and the hatchlings emerge about a month later.
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| WHAT I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE RED BUS |
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Did you know that every seat on the bus has its own seatbelt for your safety? Remember to look out for the seatbelt and buckle up when you are travelling with us!
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| FACTS ABOUT CAPE TOWN |
The Foreshore
More than 60 years ago, the Foreshore reclamation provided an opportunity to make the city more accessible and pedestrian friendly.
Cape Town’s central business district virtually doubled in size in just seven years. It was hailed as one of the greatest re-planning projects ever attempted anywhere. Work started in 1937 and was completed in 1945, after being delayed by the Second World War. A 230ha tract of Foreshore land was created in the process for city expansion.
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August 2010
