subject: Weekend Getaways In The Western Cape [print this page] Sometimes getting away from the city for a quiet weekend getaway can be the best way to shed the stress and the worry of the working world. Here weve compiled a list of some of the best weekend getaways in the Western Cape.
A change in scenery and a chance to pamper oneself or experience something new can have a profound effect on refreshing both the body and the mind. Quiet seaside retreats and weekend wine tours are just a few examples of the excellent weekend getaways in the Western Cape that await the weekend wanderer.
Relaxation at the seaside
A few days of sun, surf and umbrella drinks may just be what the doctor ordered when looking to get away for the weekend.The draw of the ocean is powerful and a carefree day at the beach is the epitome of holiday relaxation.
With more than eight beaches to choose from and as many lakes, the town of Knysna offers a wide variety of water excursions from swimming, surfing and canoeing to yachting, jet-skiing and boating as well as ferry rides. Those looking for a great leisure destination will find the Knysna Hollow Country Estate provides excellent accommodation in the form of spacious thatched garden rooms and chalets in a secluded country estate.
A little closer to Cape Town, the Arniston Spa Hotel provides charming accommodation in this lovely seaside town just two hours from the city. Located next to an old fishing village, surrounded by pristine beaches and nature reserves, the hotel looks out onto the warm Indian Ocean. Here one can enjoy a day of swimming, body boarding, and even exploring the coastal caves, nearby Cape Agulhas and De Hoop Nature Reserve. Complete the day with a visit to the in-house spa before feasting on freshly caught seafood.
A weekend of wine tours
The Cape Winelands are the perfect weekend getaway in the Western Cape, and are conveniently close to Cape Town. Those looking for fine wine and dining in a picturesque country valley nestled amidst majestic mountains will be spoilt for choice.
Sumptuous comforts, impeccable service, warm hospitality and breathtaking views are just the kind of weekend getaway pampering experiences one can expect from such Western Cape accommodation options as the Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyards. Holidaymakers can treat themselves to culinary delights in the form of both gourmet and al fesco dining after a day of wine tasting, cellar tours and vineyard walks.
With wine tastings and cellar tours offered on site and an impressive spa and wellness centre included in the facilities, the Lanzerac Hotel and Spa is a well-known and often visited landmark on the Stellenbosch Wine Route. In perhaps one of the prettiest town's in the Cape Winelands, a weekend getaway to Stellenbosch will leave one wined, dined and massaged back to life.
There are a number of Western Cape weekend getaways for those looking to get out of the hustle and bustle of the city. Quaint towns, a variety of landscapes and easy accessibility make the Western Cape an ideal weekend getaway destination. Contact a specialist travel agent to find a bespoke getaway to suit your tastes and budget.
