WHAT TO DO IN HOUT BAY
Hout Bay is a complete holiday destination – from beautiful beaches to majestic mountains, shopping and restaurants, Hout Bay has it all!
Scuba and Snorkeling, Shark diving, Boat trips, Harbour, Market, Duiker Island and Chapmans’ Peak Drive
BAY HARBOUR MARKET
One of the most popular markets in the Cape, it’s housed in a disused old fish factory at the end of Harbour Road opposite Fish On the Rocks.
Delicious food, cocktails and craft beer on offer – there’s even a dedicated stall for Banters.
Open Friday, 5pm – 9pm, Saturday & Sunday, 9.30am – 4pm
CHAPMAN’S PEAK HOTEL
This hotel is an established landmark on the scenic Chapman’s Peak Drive. It has a covered outdoor patio that’s perfect for a long, lazy lunches, while you take in the gorgeous views of the bay, harbour and the Sentinel.
Contact 021 790 1036, reservations@chapmanspeakhotel.co.za
CHEYNE’S
This unpretentious restaurant on Hout Bay Main Road serves delicious Asian-inspired tapas.
Contact 079 067 4919, cheynemorrisby@gmail.com
TINTSWALO ATLANTIC
This exclusive five-star boutique hotel, hidden away on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean off Chapman’s Peak Drive, lies within the Table Mountain National Park – one of South Africa’s eight World Heritage Sites.
It is by far the most stunning location of any hotel in South Africa and a worthy winner of four Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice awards for 2014.
Contact 021 201 0025, reception@atlantic.tintswalo.com
CHAPMAN’S PEAK DRIVE
Affectionately known to locals as Chappies who traverse it regularly, this nine-kilometre stretch of road skirts the Atlantic Ocean as it winds its way from Hout Bay to Noordhoek.
One of the most spectacular marine drives in the world. A must-do for visitors and anyone passionate about taking in the majestic Cape scenery, this stunning drive snakes its way around the rocky coastline with sheer drops below and the 593-metre-high Chapman’s Peak above. Several viewpoints allow visitors to stop, take photo’s or have a picnic. A toll fee of R38 is payable.
WORLD OF BIRDS
Africa’s largest bird park, with over 3 000 birds and small animals. More than 100 walks through landscaped aviaries allow you to get close to the birds.
Get there for the feeding times of the different species – penguins at 11.30am through to birds of prey at 4.15pm. And enjoy getting to know some vervet monkeys as you sit in their spacious cage while they play around you! This park takes in ill and injured birds and depends on donations to survive – a good reason to visit!
Contact 021 790 2730, info@worldofbirds.org.za
MARINER’S WHARF
A fish restaurant, various marine and maritime-themed shops, and a fish-and-chips outlet, can be found here. It was built around the hull of the Kingfisher, an original 1940s trawler.
The bustling takeaway outlet sells amazing fish and chips. Sit, eat and watch the antics of the seagulls swooping and snapping at the leftovers – or collect your order to enjoy alfresco on the beach.
Contact 021 790 1100, bookings@marinerswharf.co.za
BOAT TRIP TO DUIKER (SEAL) ISLAND
No trip to Hout Bay would be complete without a cruise to Duiker Island to see the Cape fur seals.
As you cruise to the island enjoy the view of the Hout Bay harbour and dramatic Sentinel. Observe the 15 000-strong seal colony as they flop around in their natural habitat. Routes taken depend on sea conditions on the day.
Contact Drumbeat Charters on 021 791 4441 or Nauticat on 021 790 7278
Cost R70 (adults); R25 (children)
THE LOOKOUT DECK
This casual harbourside restaurant, with lovely views of the surrounding mountains and the bustling Hout Bay fishing fleet, serves fresh seafood and sushi.
Sit at the edge of the deck, and watch the boats returning with their catch while the seals splash around in the water below.
Contact 021 790 0922, reservations@lookoutdeck.co.za
T BAG DESIGNS
This company was founded by Jill Heyes 10 years ago, with the aim of creating sustainable employment and giving a sense of self-worth to previously disadvantaged people from the Imizamo Yethu Township.
They use recycled tea bags to create wonderfully innovative greeting cards, stationery, fabrics and objects.
Contact 021 790 0887, info@tbagdesigns.co.za
Contact The Hout Bay Hideaway and book your holiday accommodation today!