Monthly Archives: August 2011

Women’s Day and Women’s Month!

Posted on 4 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

Women’s Day is a public holiday in South Africa and in 2011 will be celebrated on the 9th August.  Before continuing we’d like to point out that this day is not about gender bias and that men are not excluded! … Continue reading →

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Spring Splash 2011

Posted on 4 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

Live on the Wild side- join the annual Spring Splash at Fish Hoek Beach on 4 Sept. START having cold water showers, because it’s training time for the 5th annual Fish Hoek Spring Splash! Held on the first Sunday in September, the … Continue reading →

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The Fireplace Collection

Posted on 3 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

Due to the overwhelming response to our article on Restaurants with Fireplaces last month – this month we have decided to bring you accommodation places with fireplaces on the Cape Point Route. We really really love crackling fires when it’s … Continue reading →

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Wildlife on the Cape Point Route

Posted on 2 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

The Cape Point Route is one of the most stunning places you will visit in your lifetime. Spectacular scenery from rugged coastlines to white sandy beaches are all part of the natural offering close to the city and the delights … Continue reading →

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Never feed Baboons!

Posted on 2 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

The Southern Cape Peninsula has a rich heritage of fauna and flora along the scenic route to Cape Point, but watch out, particularly between the stretch from Millers Point to Smitswinkel Bay, for a troop of engaging baboons. Many motorists … Continue reading →

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Chacma Baboons of the Cape Peninsula

Posted on 2 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

Chacma Baboons are commonly sighted by visitors to the Cape Point Route and their human like behaviour is extremely popular for visitors trying to get a shot on their cameras to take home as a memento of “wildlife in Africa”. … Continue reading →

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Weekend Markets

Posted on 2 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

Markets have recently sprung up throughout Cape Town and the Cape Point Route is no exception to this trend. There are a few regular markets that have been around for ages and need no introduction, but there are a plethora … Continue reading →

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Kalk Bay Fresh Etc Market

Posted on 2 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

Small, intimate market held on the 3rd Sunday of every month in Kalk Bay. When: Every 3RD Sunday of the month: 09h00 – 14h00 Where: Kalk Bay Community Centre, Main Road, Kalk Bay Contact: Erica Kleine 021 788 8088 | 083 332 … Continue reading →

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Muizenberg Flea Market – Tel 076 037 0863

Posted on 2 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

Busy, bric-a-brac, clothing, furniture market in Muizenberg on a Sunday. When: Every Sunday: 08h00 – 16h00 (and Public Holidays) Where: Sunrise Circle, Muizenberg Contact: 076 037 0862 What’s there? Everything including the proverbial Kitchen Sink! This is classic flea market … Continue reading →

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Hout Bay Lions Craft Market

Posted on 2 August 2011 by CapePointRoute

Popular Sunday craft market on the village green in Hout Bay. When: Every Sunday of the month: 09h00 – 16h00 Where: Village Green, Main Road, Hout Bay Contact: Miranda Lewis 082 850 9752 What’s there: One of the longest running craft … Continue reading →

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