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Cape Town Facts & Tips

Cape Town has a Mediterranean Climate

Summer is characterised by temperature maximums around the high 20° C but also reaching into the high 30° C. Winter hovers around the high teens with minimums dropping below 10° C. In winter trees and vineyards change to bright reds and yellows before losing their leaves as snow-capped mountain peaks in the interior embellish the beautiful landscape. In spring, the landscape goes to a lush green as the winter rains and sunlight spur the vegetation on. Spring is also a great time to see the wild flowers transform the deserts. Summer is hot and dry, with strong cool southeasterly winds hitting the turquoise waters of the oceans, drastic mountains and lush vineyards of Cape Town and the Western Cape making this a beautiful place to visit.

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Driving around Cape Town and the Western Cape is the best way to take in the amazing beauty the region was blessed with. The city of Cape Town is easily navigable by car so visitors can nip between the V & A Waterfront and Table Mountain and onto to the stunning Cape Winelands from there.

Some important notes about driving in South Africa:

  • Driving is on the left side of the road
  • It's Petrol, not gasoline and diesel is widely available
  • Petrol Stations do not accept Credit Cards, always have cash to pay
  • Main roads are excellent, secondary roads are for the most part good but some may be gravel or dirt in remote areas
  • Car guards will offer to watch your car while you go about your business. A polite thank you will do. On your return give the guard ZAR 2 during the day and ZAR 5 in the evening and thank them.
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