Fuzzy Bus

When one first stands on the South Western shore of South Africa, at the Cape of Good Hope, one will have at once a sense of immense beauty combined with a bit of isolation, and eeriness. There are incredible landscapes to photograph, provided one can keep the wild baboons from stealing ones camera or anything else that is not nailed down. One may feel the urge to make the trek to Table Mountain, as the mountain is as central to the skyline of South Africa as is the Empire State Building is to Manhattan or the Hollywood sign is to all those in the greater Los Angeles region of Southern California.

Many who travel and stay at the one of the luxury hotels South Africa offers in Cape Town, will get the urge to climb table mountain. This is a hike that is perfect for those in great shape, not necessarily rock climbers, but those that have what it takes to tackle this mountain on foot. The trail up the mountain is well maintained, but one should pack their own food and water as there are no stations that provide this. Once one begins the trail they will experience breath taking views of the city as well as the two bays, Camps and Clifton.

It one would prefer to relax and dine on seafood ocean side then time it right at Kalk Bay. The fishing boats come in at lunch time and offer up the freshest and most delicate of flavors of the sea. Now, this area is a fishing village, perhaps a bit shabby but with loads of character. Villas painted in pastel colors overlook the water of the bay. And the local ‘pub dog’ is Rosie, a seal that waits for the boats each mid day, and is rewarded with bits and nibbles from the scruffy sailors. And this shabby little town has become quite the hub for shoppers, as there are many boutiques featuring various knick -knacks, art and antique items. And of course, the restaurants of this harbor town are outstanding…serving no surprise, the freshest of seafood South Africa has to offer.

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