A lunch stop at a really good restaurant adds to the Cape Experience

We are slowly emerging from the Winter slump, when Cape Town is less sort after as a destination and tour operators endure a lean spell. Many visitors to South Africa prefer heading North on safari during the months of June, July and August when viewing is maximised under ideal conditions. Select Motion has recently picked up some business though, in arranging tours for people who have chosen to finish off their wild South African bush adventure by spending a couple of leisurely days in civilised Cape Town.

The most popular tours involve going along the Cape Peninsula down to the tip of the African continent or out into the Winelands to soak up historical culture and wine.

Lunch stops at quality restaurants add to the sense of place, so I have chosen to provide brief reviews of 4 that have consistently met with the thumbs up from my discerning clients.

Introducing Mark and Select Motion

- Ok Mark here goes. Can you introduce yourself and Select Motion? -

Sure - I'm born and raised here in Cape Town, so have an intimate knowledge of this stunning city. Now aged 42, it seems a long time ago that I graduated as a physchology major from the University of Cape Town . Then after dabbling in retailing, journalism and coaching tennis I moved into the growing tourism sector in the mid 90's where I gained experience as a freelance guide for some large, reputable companies, before setting up my own small business, Select Motion, in 2002.

Top must do and see in Cape Town 

-What in your opinion are the top "must do and see" in Cape Town?-

What characterises the city is it's beautiful setting so "essential" Cape Town involves spending a fair amount of time up the mountains, along the coast or out at sea. It has always been a cosmopolitan place as an historically strategic port, so tapping in to the local vibe by enjoying the array of excellent restaurants would also be a must do. The more politically conscious visitors find visiting Robben Island provides a revealing insight to our recent turbulent social history and a frame of referance for challenges that our society still face.