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Experience a signature Urban Safariin Town, The Mother City 09:00AM We depart your hotel and head to the lower cable car station to visit Table (weather permitted).

Table Mountain (Khoikhoi: Hoerikwaggo, : Tafelberg) is a - topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of in South , and is featured in the and other local government insignia. It is a significant tourist attraction, with many visitors using the cableway or hiking to the top. The mountain forms part of the National Park. The main feature of Table Mountain is the level approximately 3 kilometers (2 mi) from side to side, edged by impressive cliffs. The plateau, flanked by Devil’s Peak to the east and by ’s Head to the west, forms a dramatic backdrop to Cape Town. This broad sweep of mountainous heights, together with Signal , forms the natural amphitheater of the and Table harbor.

The highest point on Table Mountain is towards the eastern end of the plateau and is marked by Maclear’s Beacon, a stone cairn built in 1865 by Sir for trigonometrical survey. It is 1,086 meters (3,563 ft) above sea level, about 19 meters (62 ft) higher than the cable station at the western end of the plateau. The cliffs of the main plateau are split by Platteklip Gorge (“Flat Stone Gorge”), which provides an easy and direct ascent to the and was the route taken by António de Saldanha on the first recorded ascent of the mountain in 1503. The flat top of the mountain is often covered by orographic clouds, formed when a south- easterly wind is directed up the mountain’s slopes into colder air, where the moisture condenses to form the so-called “table cloth” of cloud. Legend attributes this phenomenon to a smoking contest between the Devil and a local pirate called Van Hunks. When the table cloth is seen, it symbolizes the contest.

Table Mountain is at the northern end of a sandstone that forms the spine of the . To the south of the main plateau is a lower part of the range called the Back Table. On the Atlantic of the peninsula, the range is known as the Twelve Apostles. The range continues southwards to . 11:00AM Historical Heritage Walking Experience through Cape Town.

Amble through the heart of the Mother City on this unique, guided tour. This is your chance to explore many of Cape Town’s world-famous attractions, heritage sites and architectural wonders with a leisurely stroll through the lively city centre.

Our walking tour will take you to the historic lined by the and magnificent City Hall as well as introduce you to exquisite, vintage edifices, domineering statuettes and a popular green in the middle of town. Along the route, you’ll pass the once ominous Church Square, the original Slave Lodge and then the esteemed parliamentary buildings. Apartheid Museum.

From there, find your way to the storied Bo-Kaap, the original Muslim settlement of Cape Town and an area famed today for its quaint, colorful houses. And these are just a few of the exciting stops on the itinerary. Enjoy our seaside metropolis’s dramatic history while taking in the scenic highlights of the historic Old City and experience the real Cape Town, through local eyes!

01:00PM Heading to Olami for lunch

Olami is all about uncomplicated, wholesome food with a Middle Eastern and Mediterranean influence. Olami’s food is freshly prepared daily ion their kitchen by owner Nirit, together with a group of dedicated and passionate chefs who love to cook and “live” food. Olami’s food is the kind of healthy and affordable food everyone would love to regularly cook in their homes if only they had the time. 03:00PM Meeting South African graffiti artist Mak1one will be the highlight of your day. He will be joining our Cape Town street art walking tour and talking about South African history, art and street at. You will also have spray painting experience with him in the streets of Cape Town.

WHO IS MAK1ONE?

Being born and raised in Mitchell’s , Cape Town in the 1970s meant (and for many, still means) living a life where putting food on the table was a daily battle, poverty was rife and choices were limited. Discovering the expressive medium of graffiti art in the late 1980’s was a liberating and pivotal moment for him. It empowered him to express who he was and what he was thinking. For more information about Cape Town Street Art please visit our Instagram. www.instagram.com/capetownstreetart

06:00PM Special sunset appreciation master class.

For us sundowners are a celebration of life. They are about being outside when dusk falls and relaxing into the beauty of the surrounds with a drink in hand, as we watch the sun disappearing into the sea or the .

Finding the perfect vantage point, we park our luxury and limited-edition Land Rover Defenders, set up our Melvill and Moon safari furniture, lay down the Turkish carpet with scatter cushions before serving you whatever your heart desires, be it champagne or a local craft gin and tonic with carefully sourced snacks.

All you need to do is sit back and relax into the softening sun, as we spoil you. Be prepared though, Cape Town will steal your heart with her setting sun, as will we with our sunset appreciation Travel Designer masterclass.

2019 SELLING RATE 2 guests R 33 000 3 guests R 34 000 4 guests R 35 000 5 guests R 36 000

TERMS AND CONDITIONS • The rates are quoted per experience and are based on 2 - 5 people • The rates are current and subject to change without prior notice • All bookings need to be made at least 1 month prior • Foreign language translators available at R3 000 per day • Payment: 30 days prior to experience - 50% deposit : 7 days prior to experience - 100% full and final payment • Cancellation: Should the booking be cancelled 7 days or less, 100% cancellation fee will apply

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