Friday, 25 September 2026

Day 14: Monday 21 September. Cape Town (3)

 

Last full day of our time in South Africa.

There were optional excursions today to a township and to Robben Island but we decided to spend some more time at the V and A waterfront.

The hotel provided a free shuttle as it was not considered advisable to walk anywhere. We soon realised that we hadn't seen even half of the waterfront area and spent an enjoyable day shopping, eating, drinking and making the most of the views of the marina and magnificent Table Mountain.

The highlight of the day was coming across the Ithemba Youth Choir who were singing to the shoppers and diners and who were truly amazing, joyous and uplifting.

After coffee and cake we returned to the hotel to pack and to get ready to go home.



Our hotel
























There's a seal there somewhere!









Ithemba Youth Choir



Hollywood Bowl on the Waterfront


The line which used to run from Southampton to South Africa



Epiblog

  Some thoughts overall - Toilets were spotless and constantly being cleaned except in rural locations We wished we'd brought pencils...