Day 4
We took a domestic flight to Cape Town where we rented a car from Avis for self-drive via the Garden Route to Port Elizabeth.
Woo hoo to the start of a road trip! When we reached Cape Town, it was turning dark and all we did was to look for our hotel at Signal Hill Lodge, which is pretty decent for the price we paid, just the the parking space was rather narrow.

Signal Hill Lodge
Address: 29 Military Rd, Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, 8001, South AfricaPhone: +27 21 422 0769Website: http://www.signal-hill-lodge.co.za/

We then headed out for dinner at Codfather Seafood & Sushi after hearing the recommendation by the Chinese tourists we met in the Safari.

Sorry that my Samsung S5 camera is really bad under low light condition. But this was how it looks, kind of like Fish & Co. You can choose between fries or rice.

The food was fantastic (though not as heavenly as what the Chinese tourists described as), especially the butterfish which melts in the mouth. But the prices can be high, depending on the type of seafood you choose as they go by the weight. So it is best to ask the prices before the chef cooks.

Codfather Seafood & Sushi
Address: 37 The Dr, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8040, South AfricaPhone: +27 21 438 0782Hours: 12am –11pmWebsite: http://www.codfather.co.za/

Day 5

Woke up feeling blessed. Took a photo at our balcony as on the night of proposal it was too dark to take decent photos. Have to show off my red roses before they wilt!

We spent the day exploring Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 prison years. The tour is about 4 hours long, inclusive of 30 min boat ride each way. The ticket price is inclusive of the boat ride and the guided tour. We purchased the 1pm ticket on the spot.
It is best to visit Robben Island first as the boats might not operate during bad weather. After alighting from the boat, we walked a little to catch the buses where the tour guide on each bus will guide you around the island. It is best not to visit the souvenir shops as you will have plenty of time to do so later, otherwise you might end up with a not so good seat, or get separated from your partner.
We were lucky to be seated near the guide so we could hear clearly throughout 🙂

There will be a break where you can go to the washroom or look at the penguins (if any).
The second part of the tour will be by foot, where we followed another guide who used to be an ex prisoner in Robben Island.

 The cell of Nelson Mandela.

 The backyard of the cell.

Our guide explaining the ID that the prisoners have to carry.

The prisoners were given ration according to their races 😦
It started to rain quite heavily after our tour ended and we had to dashed back to the boat so we did not explore the island much.
Nevertheless, we have so much respect for these people who fought for their freedom.

Robben Island Tour

Timing: 9am, 1pm and 3pmTicket price: R320 Rand (adult) and R180 (child) Website: http://www.robben-island.org.za/

Back at the V&A waterfront, I decided to buy a coat from H&M since it was on sale and the weather was turning cold. It was less than SGD30 for a decent coat 🙂
We had dinner at the Willoughby & Co as I read a lot of positive reviews on it and I was craving for some Asian food already!

The sashimis were of thick generous serving and the price was pretty decent as well. Always love Japanese food! A good alternative to all the Western food we have been eating!

Willoughby & Co

Address: 6130 & 6132, Victoria Wharf Centre, Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre, Breakwater Blvd, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Phone:+27 21 418 6115 Hours:  12–10:30pm

Day 6
Day 6 was a road trip out to find penguins at the Boulders Beach and to the Cape of Good Hope.
As it was still raining in the morning, we decided to head to The Old Biscuit Mill for breakfast in case the penguins are hiding from the rain.
We had a pleasant time exploring this amazing place full of local crafts. This is a good place for those interested in supporting local handicrafts/ designs.
Had a delicious breakfast at Saucisse Boutique Deli. The owner was very friendly too.

Saucisse Boutique Deli

Address: Unit A 112, Old Biscuit Mill, 375/373 Albert Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa Phone:+27 21 447 7177 Hours:  8am–4:30pm

 We climbed up The Old Biscuit Mill and we were not very sure if this is Signal Hill but nonetheless was a beautiful sight.

The rain stopped and we proceeded to the Boulders Beach.

 Stopped along the way as some places were too beautiful to miss. The wind was very strong!

 Colourful houses at St James. Reminds me of Perth.

3 cute dogs.

Boulders Beach. Where are the penguins?

 So many! Sun tanning?

 So cute. They can be anywhere around you 🙂

Boulders Beach

Address: 1 Kleintuin Rd, Simons Town, 7995, South Africa Phone: +27 21 786 2329

Next stop, we gotta hurry to the Cape of Good Hope before it closes!
There was an entrance fee to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, where the Cape of Good Hope is located. We were lucky to enter before 3pm as they do not allow cars to enter after 3pm for winter. At the entrance, we still had to drive quite a far bit to the Cape Point and then to the Cape of Good Hope.
Due to the lack of time (as we need to leave the Nature Reserve before 5pm), we could only visit 2 places.
We drove to the Cape Point first, and decided not to take the Flying Dutchman Funicular up. I really like to explore places by foot 🙂

Cape Point lighthouse. 

 The waves are really very strong.

Pretty scary to look down.

And then we quickly moved on to the Cape of Good Hope! Which is a place I really wanted to visit after learning it from my Secondary school Geography book.

 Here we are!

 At the Southern tip of the Africa continent! So far away from home. I wonder how did the sailors in the past feel as well.

 Saw a lonely ostrich in the reserve.

Cape Point Nature Reserve

Address: Cape Point Rd, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Hours: 06:00 – 18:00 (October – March)            07:00 – 17:00 (April – September) Phone: +27 21 780 9526 Website: http://capepoint.co.za/ 

We wanted to get dinner at Simon’s Town but decided to drive back to Cape Town to dine at Millers Thumb and it was one of the best meals in Africa! Highly recommended! Just looking at the photos below made me salivate.

I think I had mine in Moroccan sauce.

Both our fishes were so gooooood. The fishes were really tender and juicy and their home made sauce brings out even more flavour! They have so many different types of fishes that we don’t have in Singapore so we were not very sure what to order but the waiters there were very patient and kind. I remember that the price was affordable, just like any restaurants in South Africa. Each meal cost less than SGD15, and you can get a big breakfast with drinks for SGD4 to 6. 🙂

Millers Thumb

Address: 10B Kloofnek Road, Tamboerskloof, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Hours: 12:30–2pm, 6:30–10:30pm Phone: +27 21 424 3838 Website: http://www.millersthumb.co.za/