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Cape West Coast
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The West Coast is a region of contrast and beauty. Stretching over 400km from south to north, the region and its people offer the visitor a surprising variety of travel experiences and destinations. These include the beautiful, and at times desolate, coastal region with its magnificent lagoon and numerous small fishing villages; the grain and wine farms of the Swartland and Sandveld; the citrus, Rooibos and wines of the Olifantsrivier Valley; the spectacular magnificence of the scenic Cederberg and Groot Winterhoek Mountains and the arid beauty of Namaqualand and the Knersvlakte
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 To the west the region borders on the Atlantic Ocean and where the ocean washes the shores, a kaleidoscope unfolds to satisfy the whims of nature´s children. In early spring a paradise of white arum lilies sweep the natural folds of hills and gentle breezes move softly through fields of daisies, as "Bokbaai vygies" from a sea of colour contrasting with the blue of the ocean. The scenic beauty of this solitary coast is complemented by its plentiful sea life, with dishes like mussels, crayfish or line fish pulled from the cold water of the Benguela Current, offering the visitor a rich and unique culinary experience. Migrating whales visit the coastal waters from July to December and heavyside dolphins are often sighted. The region is also a bird watcher´s paradise as bird life abounds and travelling waders, seabirds and birds of prey are just part of the variety offered by this beautiful region of the Cape
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 Airports
The main airport in the Western Cape is Cape Town International Airport, 20 minutes from the Cape Town City centre. Cape Town International Airport is served by direct flights from many countries, although some flights may first touch down in Johannesburg.
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 Wining & Dining
The solitary coast´s scenic beauty is challenged only by rich culinary experiences of plump mussels from the Bay, oysters, calamari, crayfish and abalone in season or line fish pulled from the Benguela Current´s cold waters and fried to gold. All are best enjoyed at a sunset fish braai enlivened by a good wine and spontaneous, light-hearted banter of hard-working, hard-paying locals. Enjoy an unusual outdoor experience where traditional food is prepared on open fires with stunning views over the sea. A visit to the wine routes in the West Coast is essential
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| Weather
Sunny winter days in this region are spectacular, clear blue skies with colour contrast that renew the soul. This region offers the nature lover, hiker, surfer, sailor or connoisseur a breakaway from the city lights.
Average rainfall: 430mm per year
Average Temperature: 24.6 C
Climate: Winter Rainfall region |
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