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World of birds

World of birds, Houtbaai

 mvtouring Says:  The largest bird park in Africa offers sanctuary to nearly 4000 birds. Over 350 different species can be seen up close and as if they were in their natural habitat as you walk through the large, landscaped aviaries. In addition to this brilliant array of indigenous and... 

Chapmans Peak drive

Chapmans Peak drive, Houtbaai

 mvtouring Says:  Chapman’s Peak Drive winds it way between Noordhoek and Hout Bay. Situated on the Atlantic Coast, at the south-western tip of South Africa, it is one of the most spectacular marine drives anywhere in the world.The 9km route, with its 114 curves, skirts the rocky coastline of... 

Boats at Houtbaai

Boats at Houtbaai, Houtbaai

 cleocat Says:  Take a boat trip from Houtbaai or just sit around and watch the action. The scenery is beautiful, there are nice souvenir shops and some locals selling their authentic African products. 

Hout Bay

Hout Bay, Houtbaai

 cleocat Says:  Take the coastal road out of the city to seapoint and just keep on driving past Camps Bay , clifton and llandudno and you will end up in hout Bay. Go down to the harbour there is a great seafood restaurant and a fish and chips take away that is very popular. Hundreds of... 

Hotels  

The Tarragon

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Hotels  

Hout Bay Manor: Hout Bay Manor ~ Colonial and old world

Hout Bay Manor: Hout Bay Manor ~ Colonial and old world, Houtbaai

 Jenniflower Says:  We got married in a stone chapel in the forest, and had our reception at Hout Bay Manor.This is in Hout Bay, a sheltered valley about 35 minutes from Cape Town city centre.We had a perfect day, where everything ran smoothly, thanks to the Manor staff. The service, food and... 

Restaurants  

Pirates Pub: Pirates Pub

Pirates Pub: Pirates Pub, Houtbaai

 mvtouring Says:  My friend held her 50th birthday bash here. We were all extremely impressed with the food that was served. Very tasty and well prepared even though we were a group of approx 60 people. The waitron's were excellent and the guy that does the music on a Friday & Sat evening... 

Mariner's Wharf: Great fish

Mariner's Wharf: Great fish, Houtbaai

 cleocat Says:  The biggest part consists of an outside verandah. It's very informal and you have a nice view over the mountain and the sea. The fish. It's fresh and affordable. 

What to Pack  

How should one dress?

How should one dress?, Houtbaai

 Jenniflower Says:  Luggage with wheels is always a good idea, wherever you are travelling. Some ideas:Light coloured clothing that doesnt absorb the sun as much as dark clothing. If you're going on safari, pack comfortable walking shoes and khaki, brown or beige casual clothes.Long-sleeved... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Cape Point

Cape Point, Houtbaai

 mvtouring Says:  Cape Point is situated within the Southern section of Table Mountain National Park, the Cape of Good Hope entrance. The Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) encompasses the incredibly scenic Table Mountain Chain stretching from Signal Hill in the north to Cape Point in the... 

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 The biggest part consists of an outside verandah. It's very informal and you have a nice view over the mountain and the sea. The fish. It's fresh and... 

 

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Q:  Need to know if there is any bus tours that take you to places in hout bay in Desember 

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A: Hi The City Sightseeing bus in Cape TownThere are two routes, both of which take in the majority of the major tourist highlights in the Cape Town area, including the... 

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The sea, the mountains and the boats

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 A small town not to far from Cape town. A nice drive from Cape town along the coast. Visit the wharf, have some fish, watch the boats and the seagulls. 

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The Republic of Houtbaai

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 Hout Bay is English for 'Houtbaai', and it is affectionately called a 'Republic' as it is out of the way to other places, you have to go through, up or over mountains to reach her! There is a busy... 

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Houtbay

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 I love taking my guests to Houtbay. The fish they serve at the harbour is always nice and fresh. Hout Bay is a 20 minute drive from the Cape Town city centre, almost halfway between Cape Town and Cape... 

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Houtbaai

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 Mariner wharf 

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