Capetown Silvermine Nature Reserve
A tour through the central section of the Table Mountain National Park(TMNP), through Silvermine to be precise, can be planned, sitting on top of Signal Hill on a warm summer evening after a stroll through the Bo-Kaap, watching the sunset while drinking a glass of wine and just enjoying the view, as the sun disappears into the ocean and the lights in the City far below you start going on. One of the most relaxing times during a stay in Capetown and something that everybody visiting should experience at least once. Just remember that especially in the evenings special precaution should be taken since it is not really one of the safest places for anybody strolling along on his or especially on her own.
After such an quiet evening the next day can start, early in the morning Whether you decide to hire a mountain bike, hike or do it the easy way by car, all of these options have their own special flair but don’t forget to take your picnic basket. The way through the Silvermine Reserve leads you over the mountain with several viewing spots along the way from which you can enjoy the panorama of the Cape Peninsula like the view from False Bay to Cape Point where the two oceans meet.
On the North side a visit to the Silvermine reservoir which was part of the cities water supply back in 18988 should be part of the tour. The sandstone cave system is also worth exploring. And if you are an adrenaline junkie you can go rock climbing down to Muizenberg. A dip in the ocean at one of the beautiful beaches and visiting the fishing village of Kalkbaai browsing through the numerous antique stores is a perfect way to end the day
