The face of Table Mountain is so well publicised, that it is the first to catch the attention of most guests and adventurers to Cape Town. However, there are other hidden faces on this mountain that are worth exploring. One of these is the Tranquility Cracks. Sizeable caverns within the
Cape Town: 10 Reasons to Get Outside this Summer
Summer is in Cape Town and the days are long and beautiful. It is warm and sunny and the mother city’s outdoors are bursting with opportunity to explore and experience. Even locals working the nine to five, have plenty of day light to enjoy the magic this summer. Here are
India Venster Hike: A Window into the Beautiful Blue
The hustle and bustle of the lower cable car station hide a pathway to the summit of Table Mountain that is my favorite view of Cape Town. If you are thinking of a more scenic hike than Platteklip Gorge, then this is the best option. The steep ascent and rocky
Platteklip Gorge Hike: One way up, One way down
Table Mountain: Platteklip Gorge hike is the fastest way to the table top. You can expect an hour and a half up and about just over an hour down, depending on your fitness. However, don’t be fooled by the short trek. You will be burning your quads as you power lift
Table Mountain Hike: Skeleton Gorge
Table Mountain Hike: Skeleton Gorge and Nursery Ravines One of my many treks to the top of Table Mountain starts at Cecilia Forest which forms a beautiful part of Constantia. The Forest is named after Cecil John Rhodes who owned the land at one point in time. Large commercial plantations once