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Twelve Apostles, Cape Town

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#6 of 17 in Nature in Cape Town
Geologic Formation · Hidden Gem · Mountain
Hike the scenic trails of Twelve Apostles, a series of twelve peaks that extend from Table Mountain, overlooking the Atlantic part of the Cape Peninsula. You can walk for hours on some of the hiking paths while experiencing panoramic views of Table Mountain and the sandy beaches below. If you don't feel like walking, you can admire the peaks from your own vehicle via the picturesque Victoria Road--it's a long, smooth drive that offers ocean views. Work out when and for how long to visit Twelve Apostles and other Cape Town attractions using our handy Cape Town day trip planner.
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Tours to Twelve Apostles

FROM $78 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Cape Point & Cape Peninsula Sightseeing Tour from Cape Town
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FROM $232 BOOK WITH VIATOR Two Oceans Scenic Helicopter Flight from Cape Town
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FROM $175 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cape Town Helicopter Tour: Atlantic Coast
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  • By Golfnut5472
    Money well spent at this 5 star hotel. This hotel deserves all the accolades it receives. The staff are so well trained. In particular, the front desk manager, Miss Patience France was exceptional...  more »
  • By r0gahne
    Table Mountain National Park includes these 12 Apostles (according to our tour guide.) So we picked up a few things along the way. Camps Bay is below. Best for a HOT day or clear. We caught it a...  more »
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  • By Ruqayyah Moola
    Always a treat to be here.
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