Cape Town is a beautiful city on the Atlantic Ocean and a must-see destination in South Africa. Naturally, because of its location, locals and tourists alike take advantage of all the leisure 
activities available including an afternoon cruise.
My cruise was aboard the
, a 76-foot luxury catamaran built to be able to host yacht parties as well as smaller groups out to enjoy the sea breeze, scenic beauty and marine animal sightings.
Almost immediately we started to see dolphins following the yacht; soon after we came upon several African penguins floating on the surf hunting for fish. Along the shoreline wewatched athletes parachuting off the face of the mountain and drift toward the water in the shadow of Table Mountain.
We passed seals and cormorants on rocks lining the shoreline and a beach with its sunbathers and colorful umbrellas.
The yacht was designed for luxury and almost as soon as we boarded, a shipmate brought a bottle of champagne and began to pour. I requested my usual Diet Coke, but they delivered it with just as much elegance as they had the bubbly for my friends.
For private parties, gourmet cuisine is offered making the yacht the perfect location for any number of occasions — anniversaries, birthdays, corporate functions and special events. The surrounding couldn’t be better with the beautifully-appointed yacht and the glorious scenery of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the ocean’s wildlife. Plus the yacht was customized to withstand the unpredictable weather conditions of the Cape.
Our excursion was a lovely way to experience Cape Town.
Back on shore we stood and watched a seal clap its flippers and do “hand” stands in the water just off the dock as a final antidote for the cruise. The sea-air, sunshine and natural beauty offered the perfect way to relax and enjoy another chapter of my South African experience.
Tags: Africa, Cape Town, Cruise, South Africa
Looks like a wonderful cruise! I’ve had had to try a bit of the bubbly!
It was so relaxing and fun!!!
I’ve not yet been to Cape Town. this cruise looks like a dream, Marilyn. Thx for sharing.
Cape Town is a beautiful city with lots of opportunities to enjoy the waterfront and take a cruise. It was a lot of fun!!
This sounds like an absolutely delightful afternoon. I have not yet made it to cape Town (or any other part of Africa).
It was very relaxing and there were so many sites along the way! When you get to Africa, you will love it!!
A sail on a luxury yacht and dolphins. A hard to beat combo!
It was such a fun and relaxing experience!!
Cape Town is on my list of places I’d like to visit! This looks like a great way to see the city from the water.
Cape Town has so many different “personalities.” You’ll enjoy it when you visit!
I love that view of Cape Town with the two layers of hills/mountains at the background of the cityscape. I really do wish I can go some day!
The city is set in such a beautiful location!! The mountains and ocean!
Drinking is all about the ceremony attached to it whether that be tea in a cup or diet coke in a glass so I’m pleased he served it up with as much aplomb –
Floating about on the water is always such a treat, isn’t it – and with those views – dreamy 🙂
I agree totally!! It was such a wonderful afternoon!!
I’ve been to Cape Town but I didn’t get that view of the Table Mountain from the sea. Looks lovely, as does the cruise and the champagne!
Sometimes my trips are so busy I forget to stop and just take it all in. This cruise was a perfect way to do just that!!
Any boat, ship, yacht, cruiser, or other vehicle that has bubbly on board is okay in my books! Sounds like this one came with a great view, and some wildlife sightings too – perfect way to do ‘adventure’ travel!
You and I are on the same page!!! My style of ‘adventure’ travel! 🙂
I could feel the wind in my face and see those adorable dolphins. What a lovely experience!
It was so relaxing and beautiful!! Just what I needed. 🙂
Looks like a perfect way to spend the afternoon in Capetown. My kind of trip!
It was a wonderful two weeks in South Africa…the pace was perfect!!
The title of your post is quite appropriate. A wonderful way to luxuriate on the waters. Thanks for sharing!
Luxury and relaxation!! I’m all for it!! 🙂
The Mirage looks like the perfect way to experience Cape Town. The view of Table Top Mountain is spectacular!
It was a perfect way to experience Cape Town; no traffic, no walking, just total relaxation and amazing scenery!
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What a fun way to see Cape Town! I never even thought about doing a day cruise while we were there, but with all that wonderful scenery along the bay and all the wildlife, it looks like an ideal way to see the city!
Sightseeing can be exhausting; this was pure bliss! I saw so much and was so relaxed. 🙂
Awesome article.Much thanks again. Really Cool.