Four Rosmead is an exclusive guesthouse situated on the slopes of Table Mountain in the select residential suburb of Oranjezicht. The guesthouse enjoys 360º views of the mountain, Lions Head, Signal Hill, Table Bay and the city. It is within walking distance of the city as well as vibrant Kloof Street, which is well known for its restaurant and café culture.
Start off on your first day by orientating yourself with a trip around the Cape Peninsula. Follow the False Bay coastline via Kalk Bay, Fish Hoek and Simon's Town. Stop off at the penguin colony at Boulder's Beach and then continue to the Cape Peninsula National Park and Cape Point. Within the reserve you will see a wide range of indigenous fynbos as well as baboons, buck and Cape Mountain Zebra. Take a photo at the most south western tip of Africa and admire the views from the cliff tops at the old Lighthouse. Then back along the western shoreline, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Hout Bay, Llandudno and Camps Bay.
Take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain for a birds eye view of the city and the harbour as well as the Atlantic Seaboard beaches. Visit Greenmarket Square in the city centre for some African art, jewellery and clothing , then take a walk through Company Gardens and visit the South African Museum and / or National Gallery.
Visit the world renowned Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and enjoy either a leisurely stroll or a more strenuous hike. The gardens are a showcase of South African flora with meandering pathways, small streams and spectacular views from the upper slopes. Then, go on an organised township tour and experience for yourself the vibrancy and spirit of the African people.
Take the ferry to Robben Island and visit the prison that was home to Nelson Mandela as well as many other political prisoners. The trip also includes a tour around the island with its spectacular views back towards Table Mountain. Then spend the afternoon at the V&A Waterfront with its shops, craft markets and many restaurants and cafe's. You could also visit the Two Oceans Aquarium.
After breakfast drive to Cape Town International Airport and drop off your rental car before checking in for your outbound flight.
