The heart of the Cape of Good Hope is the reserve which lies at Africa´s southwesternmost points (the actual southernmost is Cape Agulhas, some 200 kilometers away on the Garden Route), with craggy cliffs, spectacular seascapes, and pristine beaches. It offers eco/adventure activities like hiking, biking/e-biking, swimming, surfing, and whale/dolphin watching. You can also of course walk right out to the Cape itself, plus while on your hikes (either on your own or hiring a guide), you might also spot some local wildlife, including seals, otters, baboons (watch out, they might even steal your stuff!), ostriches, several species of antelope, and most charmingly, the diminutive Cape Mountain zebras (pictured here).
Other attractions/amenities a cable car up the back side of Table Mountain for - naturally - breathtaking views over the whole area and out to sea (the reserve is actually part of Table Mountain National Park); visits to a pair of lighthouses, the old one dating to 1859, with some historical displays and a couple of eateries, and the "new" one (built in 1918), reachable on foot or via a short funicular; the Two Oceans Restaurant; a couple of curio/gift shops; and a trio of self-catering cottages for overnight stays.
Read more in Tripatini contributor Rohny Jones´ post Plenty of Cool Things to See and Do in South Africa´s Remarkable Cape of Good Hope.
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