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Cape Wilderness Explorer

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Highlights

Take a stroll on the Long Beach, arguably Cape Town's finest and most scenic stretch of beach.
Go on a nature drive at Bartholomeus Klip, with its stunning scenery.

Enjoy a sumptuous meal at Bartholomeus Klip, washed down with a bottle of locally produced wine.
Dine on freshly caught crayfish in Paternoster.

The Journey

This is the perfect itinerary for those who have traveled to Cape Town before and want to see more of this stunning part of the world. This three-centre trip includes hand-picked accommodation in more peaceful and off the beaten track regions of the Cape. This itinerary is one of our favorites!

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Itinerary

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Day 1 - 4 - The Long Beach, Cape Town

Itinerary
On arrival in Cape Town, collect your hire-car and make your way to the town of Kommetjie, located on Cape Town's Peninsula coast. Spend three-nights at The Long Beach, a stunning beach retreat affording you spectacular views of the distant Chapman's Peak and Hout Bay beyond. Relax here or head into Cape Town and explore.

Accommodation
The Long Beach »
The Long Beach is a truly special place to stay in Cape Town, offering a rare and rewarding alternative to your conventional holiday experience. The Long Beach is situated in the picturesque lobster-fishing village of Kommetjie on the pristine Long Beach itself.
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Day 4 - 6 - Bartholomeus Klip, Cape Wilderness

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Today make your way out of Cape Town and into the beautiful Cape interior for a two-night stay at Bartholomeus Klip. Bartholomeus Klip is a lovely farmhouse style retreat offering complete isolation, first class cuisine and a wide range of activities including nature drives on the huge estate.

Accommodation
Bartholomeus Klip »
Bartholomeus Klip is a romantic Victorian farmstead on a large wheat and sheep farm with its own private nature reserve, near to Cape Town. Bartholomeus Klip is the perfect place to unwind in the peace of the countryside, or adventure out to explore the wine estates and appealing little surrounding towns.
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Day 6 - 9 - Paternoster Seaside Cottages, Cape Wilderness

Itinerary
Today, make your way to the quiet seaside town of Paternoster for three days of relaxation and peace and quiet. Paternoster is a delightful, sleepy seaside town big on seafood, strolls along the beach and a slow pace of life. This is the perfect place in which to finish your Cape Wilderness experience. Your base will be one of the Paternoster Seaside Cottages.

Accommodation
Paternoster Seaside Cottages »
Paternoster is a picturesque fishing village located a mere one hour drive from Cape Town. Famous for its crayfish, Paternoster Seaside Cottages are perfect for anyone looking to get off the beaten tourist path and experience a taste of the real South Africa while unwinding in style and luxury.
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Day 9 - End of tour

Itinerary
This afternoon, make your way back to Cape Town Airport where you will drop-off your hire-vehicle and continue with your onward connection.

Includes

8 Days car hire, Toyota Corolla or similar including super cover insurance and unlimited mileage
3 nights at The Long Beach on a bed and breakfast basis to include all drinks
2 nights at Bartholomeus Klip on a full board basis to include all meals and activities
3 nights at Paternoster Seaside Cottages on a self catering basis

Excludes

International flights
All meals not specified
Items of a personal nature
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Visas

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Facts

Duration: 8 nights
Begins: Cape Town
Ends: Cape Town

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