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THE SUNSET BUS TOUR: A NEW CAPE TOWN RED BUS EXPERIENCE

Since arriving in Cape Town, the opportunity to venture up Signal Hill has eluded me. From afar, it has always looked enticing, with its grove of tall trees and promise of a glorious view of the Mother City. Fortunately, I was able to make the trip this past weekend, thanks to the Sunset Bus Tour, a recent addition to Cape Town’s City Sightseeing Red Bus experience.

The Sunset Bus Tour opened on 23 September, and will be available until 1 May 2017. Unlike the other Red Bus touring options, this is not a hop-on, hop-off tour, taking you directly from Stop 1 outside the Two Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront to Signal Hill. The bus arrives between 5.30 and 6pm, and should stop at Signal Hill just in time for you to see the sun set over Cape Town.

Having already taken the Red City Tour to Table Mountain, I found Sunday’s journey to be a tad repetitive. The audio aspect of the tour constituted information about the Green Point Lighthouse and Clifton’s various beaches, as well as the scandalous history of Graaff’s Pool, all of which those who have taken the Red City Tour will be familiar with.

There were, however, a few interesting titbits about other places along the route. We learnt a bit about the supposedly haunted Somerset Hospital, now a provincial heritage site; as well as the lush surroundings leading up up to Signal Hill, which are inhabited by a slowly increasing population of Verreaux’s Eagles, along with their favourite snack: dassies. And as always, this natural wonderland was a sight for sore eyes.

Signal Hill itself is a great place to round off the weekend, or to begin one for that matter. It boasts spectacular views of Cape Town, the sunset, and the ocean; and also proves to be a popular spot for socialising. Many families and groups of friends had gathered around with drinks and snacks, and there were a few  paragliding enthusiasts  showing off their bravado.

With it’s views, nature, and convivial atmosphere, Signal Hill is definitely must-see for everyone. The Sunset Bus Tour will be available everyday between now and May, except for 24 December to 3 January 2017, and 12 March.

OF NOTE When Thursday 29 September between 5.30 pm and 6 pm (until Monday 1 May) Where  Spot 1, Across from Two Oceans Aquarium, V&A Waterfront Cost R100 for adults, R60 for children aged 5-17 Contact +27 86 173 3287,  www.citysightseeing.co.za

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Summer Sunset Bus Tour in Cape Town

• Transport on an open top bus
• City Sightseeing Cape Town Visitor Center, Ticket Office, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa Look out for the our office located outside the Two Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront
• Wheelchair accessible
• Pushchair accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• You'll start at City Sightseeing Cape Town Visitor Center Ticket Office, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa Look out for the our office located outside the Two Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront See address & details
• Pass by Sea Point Camps Bay
• 1 Signal Hill Stop: 90 minutes See details
• 2 City Sightseeing Cape Town Visitor Center Stop: 10 minutes See details
• You'll return to the starting point

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It might make some sense on a weekend, but on a weekday you will be able to walk from one stop to another much faster than the bus hopelessly stuck in traffic.

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If your hotel is fairly central, everywhere the bus goes is within a reasonable walking distance. Or use the metro which is much more fun and a bit of an adventure. You will get to see the most beautiful metro station in the world. You can buy a 20 trip metro smart card for 500 roubles.

If you are looking for the bus to get you around (more than say providing more formal tour services...not sure they do), I would seriously advise what others are saying...skip the bus, hoof it around main sites, use Metro for the rest. Surface transport is not a very efficient way of getting around, at least during workdays, due to traffic...worst case in Metro is you get jostled a bit and squeezed a wee bit during rush hours...

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