The Cape and all you need to know
If you are uncertain you require a visa to enter South Africa, please visit the official Department of Home Affairs site to reassure yourself.
- http://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/exempt-countries
Before travelling to South Africa, please ensure that your passport is valid for at least a further 6 months after your intended departure date. This is just to be safe.
Should you be travelling to South Africa for the first time and are not quite sure where to fly in to, the arrival airport would be Cape Town International Airport.
If you are not able to able to book flights from your departure country to Cape Town, then you would need to arrive at O R Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
From Johannesburg to Cape Town, there are a number of domestic airlines that you can book - probably try and avoid SAA at the moment. A few suggestions are below.
March is the sweet spot in Cape Town's year. It is not too hot, not too windy, not too wet. Expect mild days, pretty sunsets, and long days to enjoy the best the Cape Winelands has to offer. The average daily temperatures are between 16 degrees Celsius to 27 degrees Celsius.
As weather and climates change, it is harder to predict what the weather may actually be, so on the safe side, pack a jacket, jersey, long trousers and a pair of jeans.
https://www.accuweather.com/en/za/cape-town/306633/march-weather/306633?year=2020
The distance between Cape Town International Airport and Nooitgedacht is approximately 40kms East.
Public transport in South Africa is not great and close to non-existent so your options are either to rent a car (if you are comfortable on the left hand side of the road), take an Uber, or pre-book a shuttle service.
For car rental, there are a number of agencies at Cape Town International Airport.
If you would like to use Uber, it is one of the easiest and safest ways to get around in Cape Town, particularly at nighttime. There are always lots of cars available and you don’t have to worry about negotiating rates or carrying cash with you, as it’s all done through your credit card and every journey is tracked. If you’re not already familiar with the transport giant that is Uber, just download the app on your smartphone, register your credit card details, and you can start using it straight away.
Below are a few options should you wish to pre-book a shuttle for either yourself or a group.
https://capetown-airport.co.za/cape-town-airport-shuttle-service/
https://www.welcomepickups.com/cape-town/airport-transfer-to-stellenbosch/
If you are planning to arrive a few days before the wedding or only leave a few days after, and are looking for some touristy things to see, then Cape Town is the right place.
Cape Town boasts a wide variety when it comes to places of interest. Ranging from historical, cultural or just pure magical. We are thankfully spoiled for choice when visiting Cape Town.
Planetware's website offers a comprehensive list of the 'must see' attractions with full details.
https://www.planetware.com/tourist-attractions-/cape-town-saf-wc-cape.htm
For those looking to be more active and enjoy the great outdoors of the Cape, there is a multitude of activities that you can take part in.
For the golfers, Devonvale Golf Estate is down the road from Nooitgedacht.
Hiking is a must in the Cape and it would be difficult to find better trails with the top views Cape Town has to offer.
https://insideguide.co.za/cape-town/hiking-trails/
If you are looking to get your blood rushing, then book your shark cage diving experience right away.
There's way more on offer and an endless choice of things to do. The link below will help you decide what's best for you.
www.adrenaline-hunter.com/en-GB/search-by-spot/africa/south-africa/cape-town/141-3276-1857
Cape Town has quickly become a gastronomic melting pot of flavors, textures, smells and ingredients.
Cape Town is renowned for being South Africa's culinary hub and many of its restaurants regularly feature as some of the best in the world.
Below are some 'must tries' both in Cape Town and the Winelands.
http://www.thetestkitchen.co.za/
http://www.beauconstantia.com/
http://www.thepotluckclub.co.za/
https://www.kyotogarden.co.za/
https://www.hiddenvalleywines.co.za/pages/overture-restaurant-at-hidden-valley
Bon Appetit
No meal will be complete without either an aperitif or a night cap to end the evening. Cape Town and its surrounds not only offers amazing restaurants but has some of the best bars one could ask for.
Give the below suggestions a try, but remember, drink responsibly and no drinking and driving. We want everyone to have fun but be safe.
http://yourstrulycafe.co.za/up-yours
https://chinchillarooftop.co.za/
https://www.coppercollection.co.za/
https://thefirmct.co.za/harringtons
Less we forget the fact that South Africa has the longest wine route in the world with close to 3000 grape growing farms. You will not run out of wine tasting options in the Winelands.