Cage Dive with Great White Sharks

Dive into shark-infested waters

Just when you thought it was safe to go into the water… South Africa has an incredibly diverse shark population. A quarter of the world’s shark species (98 to be precise) dwell in South African waters and around 40 of these call the waters around Cape Town home.

Adrenalin junkies will want to make the 175-kilometre (110-mile) journey to Gansbaii, the white shark capital of the world. Shark cage diving is big business here and the tourism bureau endorses a whopping eight companies. Most charge around R1,100 for a session, but offer different packages (refreshments, shuttle service to and from Cape Town and so on) so phone around to find one that suits your needs. Try Great White Shark Tours (028 384 1418/083 300 2138/www.sharkcagediving.net); Marine Dynamics (028 384 1005/082 380 3405/www.sharkwatchsouthafrica.com); Shark Diving Unlimited (028 384 2787/082 441 4555/www.sharkdivingunlimited.com); Shark Lady 028 312 3287/083 746 8985/www.sharklady.co.za; UnrealDive (021 553 0748/083 273 4920/www.unrealdive.com); White Shark Ecoventures 021 532 0470/083 412 3733/www.white-shark-diving.com); or White Shark Projects (028 384 1774/076 245 5880/www.whitesharkprojects.co.za).

Adrenalin Pumping

How about some abseiling, cliff jumping or Hiking!!

See more at: http://www.abseilafrica.co.za/adventures.php?catid=36

                                                                                            Indoor Markets
A leisurely amble around the numerous indoor markets is a perfect introduction to the colourful culture and unique identity of Cape Town. Sample the local cuisine or soak up the buzzying atmosphere of Hout Bay’s Bay Market or V&A Waterfronts’s Market on the Wharf.

Historic Museums
Robben Island is synonymous with exile, isolation and imprisonment; this now world renowned museum located only 12 kilometres from Cape Town was where freedom fighter and former South African president Nelson Mandela spent 27 years of his life fighting oppression.

Theatre
World-class theatrical performances can be enjoyed at the Artscape, the Baxter and Masque Theatres and the Theatre-on-the-Bay. From ballet to drama productions to comedy shows there is something to suit every taste.

Visit a wine farm
Cape Town is famed for its wine estates and excellent wine. A visit to one in Constantia, Stellenbosch, Paarl or any of the other wine farms is highly recommended and should be included on every visitor’s itinerary.

Kirstenbosch Botantical Gardens
This top tourist attraction situated against the eastern slopes of Table Mountain is celebrated the world over for the astounding beauty and diversity of Cape flora it is home to. Indigenous South African plants are grown exclusively in the 528 hectare estate.

Winter wining and dining
Wet your appetite at some of the most exquisite eateries in Cape Town. The Mother City boasts plenty of fine dining establishments where one can savour sumptuous meals in multiple course set menus. Food lovers are spoilt for choice with dishes ranging from Cape Malay inspirations to haute cuisine.

Winter Entertainment

Seeing as it's winter now lets start off with some stuff to entertain you when the weather is miserable.

ADVENTURE:


Surfing

The waves are best in winter  so, why not head out to one of the many great surf spots in CT listed below:
Muizenberg

Long Beach

Scarborough Beach

Big Bay

Glen Beach

Llandudno

Off The Wall

Dunes

Crayfish Factory

Dungeons

INDOORS

The Two Oceans Aquarium:

Price: Adults: R118; pensioners and South African students: R92; children (between 4yrs and 13yrs): R58; children (between 14yrs and 17yrs): R92; children under the age of four: free.
Opening hours:  Monday – Sunday: 9:30am – 6pm
Dock Road | V&A Waterfront | Cape Town | +27 (0) 21 418 3823

Indoor climbing at City Rock:

Price: Day pass (without gear-hire): adults:R90; students: R70; children: R65. Day pass (with gear-hire): adults: R140; students: R120; children: R115.
Opening hours: Monday - Thursday: 9am - 9pm;Friday,Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 10am - 6pmCorner Collingwood & Anson Road |Observatory| Cape Town | +27 (0)21 447 1326

Ice skating at Grand West casino:

Price: From R25 if you have your own skates; from R35 if you hire skates. Prices vary depending on which session you skate.
Opening times: Mondays - Fridays: 10am – 12h30pm, 2pm - 4:30pm; Saturdays: 9am-11.30am, 12pm-2.30pm, 3pm-5.30pm, 6pm – 8.30pm; Sundays: 12pm -12am.
1 Vanguard Drive | Grand West Casino | Goodwood | +27 (0) 21 535 2260

Ten pin bowling at N1 City’s Wonderland:
Price: Mondays – Thursdays: R35 per person; Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays: R40 per person; corporate package (10 people or more): R50 per person between 9am and 3pm; R80 per person between 3pm and 12am.
Opening hours: Mondays - Sundays: 9am-12am.
Louwtjie Rothman Street | Goodwood | Cape Town |+27 (0) 21 595 2100

The Planetarium:
Price: Adults (19 years and older): R25; children, students and SA pensioners: R10. Closed on Worker’s Day, Christmas day and first Monday of every month (excluding school holidays).
Opening times:Shows for the kids: Monday to Friday: 11am, 12pm and 3pm. Saturdays and Sundays: 12pm and 3:30 pm.
Shows for adults: Monday to Friday: 1pm and 2pm. Tuesdays: 8pm; Saturdays and Sundays: 1pm and 2:30pm
25 Queen Victoria Street | Cape Town | +27 (0) 21 481 3900

The Science Centre:
Price: Youth (3 – 18), students and adults: R38; pensioners: R15; groups of ten or more: R33 per person; family package (4 persons): R132.
Opening times: Monday to Saturday 9am - 4:30pm; Sundays & Public Holidays 10am - 4:30pm
370B Main Road | Observatory | Cape Town | +27 (0) 21 300 3200