Today we planned to head down the peninsula for some SUP and hiking. However, we woke to pouring rain so our guide suggested we stop by the aquarium for a 'behind the scenes' tour. We had an incredible guide there who had been volunteering at the aquarium since high school and now worked as one of the main divers (feeding sharks, caring for turtles, etc). He explained the inner workings of the aquarium and took us to the roof for a view down into the largest tanks where the sea turtles, rays, and sharks swam right beneath us.
By the time we exited the aquarium, the skies had cleared to a beautiful day- still too windy for SUP, but we started down the peninsula to explore.
Quite to our surprise, the day really should be called "Cape Safari". We saw the expected South African penguins, but also wild ostrich, fur seals, baboons, and relatives of antelope.
The baboons were our favorite! A sweet troop meandered along the road. Several youngsters played together and two newborns clung to their mom's fur tightly as she walked.
We also made the quintessential stop at the Cape of Good Hope (not the southernmost part of Africa as that honor belongs to a cape further east) and to Cape Point where we hiked up to the lighthouse for glorious views.
This evening our guide dropped us at the swanky Southern Sun Cunnigan near the waterfront. We caught the free shuttle to the V and W waterfront. There we enjoyed a fantastic seafood dinner and rode the giant ferris wheel.
Friendly and professional interactions. Answered my questions and followed up on initial contact.
Tim Elliott
2 days ago
Adventure Life has been an extraordinary travel resource for us over the years and today was no exception. Our River Cruise booking was handled by Jess (who has been our personal trip planner for several years) the same day as our inquiry. Suggestions were given for cabin choice and pre-trip options (that were not shown on the cruise line's website) like airport transfers and prepaid gratuities. Trip insurance recommendations followed and we were assigned a travel co-ordinator till the end of the tour. All we have to do is show up! Great service from friendly folks.
APtravelwell
3 days ago
My representative Kevin was very responsive generally and in crafting our itinerary to our specific priorities.
Rocco Labella
3 days ago
Although there was a lot of paper work, I received help and guidance when I needed it.
Donna Kirby
4 days ago
Our travel was flawless! The rider pickup (airport, hotel, ship) was seamless. Jane's recommendation for Emerald Cruise Sakara was everything I wanted but the experience was soooo much more. Adventure Life took care of each and every detail and this was the easiest of all my travels.