Accompanying Persons Day Tours
Day tours in and around beautiful Cape Town have been arranged during the Congress. To book a tour, simply click on the 'Book Now' button found under each tour description.
TABLE MOUNTAIN AND CITY TOUR
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Our drive to the city centre takes us past famous landmarks such as the Castle of Good Hope built in 1666 by the Dutch East India Company and City Hall, a baroque building and the Grand Parade. As we follow the city’s main thoroughfare, Adderley Street, we will see St. George’s Cathedral, the Anglican Diocese of Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu. We will pass the Company Gardens and the Malay Quarter [also known as the Bo-Kaap] which means "Above Cape" because of its location up against the slopes of Table Mountain. In the early 18th century, thousands of slaves from Java, Ceylon and other Far Eastern regions were brought to Cape Town. After slavery was abolished, their descendants, known as the Cape Malay’s, settled here.
Our route then leads us to Kloof Nek and the magnificent Table Mountain. We'll ascend to the top [weather permitting] by the revolving cable car. Here, we'll see wild flowers and the famous silver tree, and marvel at a birds-eye view of the city and its beaches. On a clear day it is even possible to see Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned on one side and Cape Point on the other. Descend from the Upper Cableway station to your awaiting vehicle and then proceed around Table Bay to the Milnerton area (time permitting). From here we can see Table Mountain from the same perspective as the early settlers did when they sailed into Table Bay.
TOUR INCLUSION:
Fully Guided English Tour in luxury air-conditioned vehicle.
Table Mountain Cable Car Ticket.
HALF DAY CAPE POINT
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Our tour begins with a scenic drive along the Atlantic coast, passing through the cosmopolitan suburb of Sea Point and Camps Bay with its glorious views of the Twelve Apostles, part of the Table Mountain range. From here we travel to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, comprising over 17,300 acres of indigenous fauna and flora. Here we can see a variety of wildlife that includes baboons, rhebok, Cape Mountain zebra, bontebok and the elusive eland. The reserve is also one of the world's largest breeding grounds for tortoises. Bird-watchers, too, will find many fine species to observe.
The majestic coastline offers drama worthy of being called "Nature's Greatest Show." We'll be able to see the union of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans (as per legend), and may even feel the brisk wind that is dubbed the "Cape Doctor" for its presumed curative powers. Following the coastline along False Bay, we'll return to Cape Town by way of the Simon's Town (optional, own account & time permitting visit to Penguin colony), Fish Hoek fishing village and Muizenberg. We return to Cape Town, passing the University of Cape Town, Rhodes Memorial and the Groote Schuur Hospital.
TOUR INCLUSION:
Fully Guided English Tour in luxury air-conditioned vehicle.
Entrance Fees to Cape Point
MEETING POINT:
07:45 – Alongside the Convention Centre in Walter Sisulu Avenue
HALF DAY WINELANDS
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
This enchanting excursion begins with a tour through historic Stellenbosch, an architectural jewel that serves as the historic heart of the country’s wine region. A gracious blend of 18-century Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian buildings is evident as we drive down Dorp Street, where massive Oaks still shade original water furrows, then enjoy a wine tasting in the Stellenbosch area. A second wine tasting will be included (time permitting), before returning to Cape Town.
TOUR INCLUSION:
Fully Guided English Tour in luxury air-conditioned vehicle.
Winetasting
MEETING POINT:
13:45 – Alongside the Convention Centre in Walter Sisulu Avenue
FULL DAY AQUILA SAFARI
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
After an early morning departure we head up the N1 Highway, through the spectacular Hex River Valley and arrive at the Aquila Private Game Reserve. The bio-diverse habitat of the reserve ensures plenty of interest for the avid game viewer and birder. Giraffe, Blesbok, Black and Blue Wildebeest, Zebra, Springbok, Gemsbok Klipspringers, Duiker, Greybuck, Steenbok, Ostriches, Baboons Caracul, Foxes, Jackal, Leopard and 172 species of birds, including the Black Eagle are found on the reserve. An experienced Game Ranger will take you on a Game Drive. Lunch is enjoyed at the Lodge.
TOUR INCLUSION:
Transfers in luxury air-conditioned vehicle.
Safari in open Safari vehicles
Lunch
MEETING POINT:
07:45 – Alongside the Convention Centre in Walter Sisulu Avenue
TOWNSHIP CULTURAL TOUR
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Join us for a unique experience travelling through the three South Africa’s – The birth, where it all started, Apartheid South Africa, what happened then – the New South Africa, what is different since Nelson Mandela was released from prison. The tour affords the opportunity to interact, mingle and exchange cultural values with the local community. You will be welcomed in the traditional African manner in the township of Khayalitsha (the largest informal settlement). The tour includes visits to the Malay Quarter [also known as the Bo-Kaap] which means "Above Cape" because of its location up against the slopes of Table Mountain, the Philani Empowerment centre in Khayalitsha, where locals are taught basic life skills (weaving / arts & crafts etc), a walking tour in “shanty town Khayalitsha” with a local guide, with a visit to his shack to experience local living conditions, followed by a drive through the middle-class Khayalitsha, to share some of the achievements, such as new housing developments, shopping malls, hospitals, swimming pool & magistrate’s court, under the leadership of Nelson Mandela.
TOUR INCLUSION:
Fully Guided English Tour in luxury air-conditioned vehicle.
TOUR INFORMATION AND TERMS
Payment is requirement immediately on booking.
Tour is subject to availability at time of booking.
No shows will be charged 100% of the Tour price and no refund will be processed.
Tour must be paid in full before commencement.
Meeting point: Alongside the Convention Centre in Walter Sisulu Avenue 15 minutes prior to departure of Tour.
A minimum of 4 guests is required to operate the tour.
Walthers DMC / Terra Nova Tours cc carry comprehensive liability insurance, details of which can be made available on request.
Walthers DMC / Terra Nova Tours cc act only as agent for the suppliers of transportation, accommodation, food, and other goods and services provided to the passenger. All arrangements for transport, accommodation, and services are made upon the express condition that Walthers DMC / Terra Nova Tours cc shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, or incidental damage, injury, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity of any kind occasioned by reason of any act or omission beyond its control, including, without limitation, any act of negligence or breach of contract of any third party such as an airline, cruise line, train, hotel, restaurant, ground handler, etc., who is to or does supply any goods or services for the tour. Without limiting the foregoing, Walthers DMC / Terra Nova Tours cc are not responsible for any losses or expenses due to delay or changes in schedule, overbooking of accommodation, default of any third parties, sickness, weather, strikes, acts of God, acts of terrorism, war, quarantine, criminal activity, or for any other cause beyond its control.
Safari programmes may take travellers into close contact with wild animals. Rangers and guides should brief travellers accordingly, however, neither Walthers DMC / Terra Nova Tours cc, nor their employees can be held responsible for any injury or accident while on safari.
We strongly recommend that travellers take adequate personal travel insurance cover before departure from home.
Juristriction: The law of the Republic of South Africa shall govern the relationship between Walthers DMC / Terra Nova Tours cc and the traveller and the Courts of the Republic of South Africa shall have sole jurisdiction in respect of any claims and/or disputes which may arise between Walthers DMC / Terra Nova Tours cc and the traveller, or Agent.
