The Western Cape of South Africa is one of the premiere vacation destinations to visit in the Southern Hemisphere. Each year, one and a half million tourists enjoy the staggering beauty of Table Mountain, along with an incredible amount of beaches, the Atlantic and Indian oceans, national parks, wine tours, whale watching, and diamond shopping. All of this and more can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa. In fact, there is so much to do here, that it's almost like taking several vacations in one.

The first thing that visitors to the Western Cape of South Africa will notice is the incredibly imposing Table Mountain. This world heritage site is the most popular tourist destination in South Africa, and the most recognizable landmark of Cape Town. Its plateau is situated 3,300 feet above the city of Cape Town where thin layers of clouds form what is know as the "tablecloth." It is accessible both by trails and roads, but many visitors prefer riding the cable cars to enjoy a breathtaking view that encompasses both the Indian and Atlantic Oceans.

The beaches of the Western Cape of South Africa are incredibly diverse. Whether you enjoy surfing, rock climbing or deep sea fishing, there is an activity for everyone. The beaches of Clifton, Camps Bay, and Llandudno are pristine, and because of their elite cafes and shops are referred to as the 'Riviera' of the Western Cape. If you prefer a warmer ocean and sandier beaches for swimming, the Indian Ocean is perfect almost year round.

Of course, if you are going to the coastline of the Western Cape of South Africa, you will probably want to do some whale watching while you are there. These gentle giants swim near to the shore when they are mating and calving during the winter months. Because the shores of the Cape are so peaceful, there are many opportunities to see them up close.

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The inland areas of the Western Cape of South Africa also offer many other worthwhile places to visit. This includes the vineyard estates situated along the famous Constantia Wine Route. Here, visitors can enjoy wine tasting and the local cuisine of the area while they tour the Cape Dutch manor homes which occupy the vineyards of this famous valley.

It will take a whole day to see the entire Garden Route, another attraction that is part of the Western Cape of South Africa, which runs parallel to the Atlantic Ocean. This is a collection of botanical gardens, national parks, historic landmarks, caves, and coastline that have to be seen to be believed.

The city of Cape Town offers a shopping experience unlike any other. Amid narrow cobblestone streets, historical Cape Dutch style buildings, and high rise office blocks you will find 'The Diamond Works', one of the greatest places to shop for diamond jewelry in the world. Afterwards, make sure to visit the Victor and Albert Waterfront, the most popular venues in the Western Cape of South Africa for pubs, restaurants, specialty shops, craft markets, and theaters.

Truly, the Western Cape of South Africa is an exciting and unique world class destination. Anyone who is serious about world travel simply must add the Western Cape of South Africa to their list of places to visit during their lifetime.