ITINERARIES
“The one thing you shouldn’t miss when you come to
Johannesburg is Soweto. Despite past struggles, it’s a very progressive township, full of historical sights and activities and reignited life.” Charles Ncube
myriad shopping, dining and entertainment venues — but also plenty of historical sights and museums. There’s the Two Oceans Aquarium, the 164ft Wheel of Excellence observation wheel, the Robben Island Museum and even some Cape fur seals who have made the Waterfront their home, around the Clock Tower Precinct and the quayside. It’s also the location
of the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art, with more than 100 galleries are housed in the repurposed grain silo complex. Take the cable-car up Table
Africans. Soweto is transcending its former reputation to become a vibrant neighbourhood full of history, culture and nightlife. Take some time to visit
Maboneng, a glittering example of urban regeneration done right. It’s home to markets, galleries and exciting nightlife.
Five days
CAPE TOWN, MOTHER CITY Cape Town is a joy to explore.
The V&A Waterfront is a good place to start, home to
Mountain — or for a more strenuous trip, hike to the top of South Africa’s most iconic natural landmark with an experienced guide, then abseil down while enjoying the views. Camps Bay, a suburb just 10 minutes from central Cape Town, is a beautiful place to enjoy the shore. At the foot of the Twelve Apostles mountain range, it has a village feel, with beachfront restaurants, hiking trails and soft white sands.
Two days
DURBAN The coastal city of Durban is defined by warm Indian Ocean currents, spicy Indian cuisine, and its tropical climate. Admire the city’s art deco buildings fringing the beachfront, and take a rickshaw ride along
“Durban really appeals to someone who wants to discover, who wants to peel back the layers of a city.” Jonas Barausse
the Golden Mile. This iconic stretch of beach is where the entire city seems to go after work. Families, couples, locals and tourists all walk along the promenade, relaxing and watching surfers on the waves. The Indian community in
Durban is the largest outside of India, which has a huge impact on the character of the city. Victoria Street Market is the embodiment of this, a blend of all things African and Indian. Set in a massive, ornate building, it’s possible to buy almost anything in the way of spices and food, as well as saris and arts and crafts. Check out the quirky Station
Drive precinct on a Sunday morning, a transformed industrial area, for craft beer, art installations, eclectic clothes shops and excellent coffee. The lush Durban Botanic
Gardens is Africa’s oldest surviving botanical gardens, and is home to some of the rarest plants in the world, as well as being a lovely place for a stroll.
TOP FIVE THINGS TO DO
1 Find colour in the streets of Joburg on a graffiti walking tour with a local artist
2 Fill up at a meat- lover’s shisa nyama (barbecue) at Sakhumzi in Soweto for a taste of the real kasi (township)
3 Find art deco architectural gems on a guided walking tour of Durban’s South Beach, particularly along O.R Tambo Parade as well as Gillespie Street
4 Enjoy drinks on Cape Town’s vibey Long Street, with its eclectic selection of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and shops
5 Head out on a cycle ride from Cape Town along tree-lined farm roads through three of the region’s wine estates for wine tasting and lunch
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