Because of its diverse landscape and incredible amount of attractions to visit, the Western Cape of South Africa continues to rank as one of the top places in the world to vacation. Visitors to the Cape can experience everything from incredible mountains and national parks, to the thousands of miles of beaches which are situated on two different oceans. They can visit historic vineyard estates, watch whales, and even shop for diamonds. In fact, there is so much to do on the Western Cape of South Africa, it's almost impossible to see everything on one visit.

The most imposing part of the landscape in the Western Cape of South Africa is definitely Table Mountain. Its peak rises 3,300 feet over the city bowl of Cape Town and dominates the entire Western Cape. Visitors can take the cable cars through the clouds that surround the mountain to get a spectacular view of both the Atlantic and Indian oceans, or take one of the many trails or roadways to the top.

The coastline on the Western Cape of South Africa is something incredible to experience as well. There is cliff climbing, surfing and fishing to enjoy on the Atlantic coast. Here, you will also find the pristine beaches and shopping in the area known as the Western Cape 'Riviera'. The Indian Ocean on the other side of the cape is warmer and nicer for swimming.

One of the favorite pastimes in the Western Cape of South Africa is whale watching. Every winter, these gentle giants come to the shores of the Cape to mate and calve. Because there are many safe harbors where the whales can swim close to the shore, there are many opportunities to see them up close.

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There are plenty of things to see inland on the Western Cape of South Africa, too. The historic vineyards along the Constantia Wine Route are popular because of the Cape Dutch manor homes, where wine tours and tastings are offered in this beautiful valley located on the interior of the Cape.

The Garden Route, also located in the Western Cape of South Africa, runs parallel to the Atlantic coastline. It is accessible by hiking trails and Route 62, and offers views of lakes, flower gardens, forests, caves, and the peaks that surround Table Top Mountain.

Shopping is also a heavily pursued activity on the Western Cape of South Africa. Cape Town has many stores, boutiques and shopping malls that line its cobblestone streets, but none quite so frequented as the 'The Diamond Works.' This diamond emporium offers some of the most exquisite diamond jewelry in the world and is definitely a one-of-a-kind shopping adventure. Afterwards, a trip to the Victor and Albert Waterfront is a great place to stop off for refreshments, dinner, and entertainment.

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.