8 Reasons to travel to Cape Town in Winter

While here the days are shorter and the sun is lower in the sky, in Cape Town the days are long, the sun is shining and the summer has only just begun. Here are 8 reasons to travel to Cape Town in winter.

1. Endless summer

In Cape Town you will have the summer weather that you miss so much. If you could not enjoy a warm summer at home, do not risk it happening again. If you visit Cape Town in December, January or February, you will have virtually guaranteed your dose of vitamin D.

2. It is a time of braai

This South African tradition consists of grilled meat, cold drinks and a beautiful sunset. Similar to the word " barbecue ", " braii " is a noun and a verb. For example, you can make a " braii " on the beach and, since you're there, you can " braai " a chop.

And although English is a widespread language in South Africa , the country currently recognizes 10 other official languages: Afrikaans, Ndebele, Sesoto, Sesoto Sa Leboa, Suazi, Tsonga, Setsuana, Banda, Xosa and Zulu. The only common word among all these languages ​​is " braai ".

3. Mediterranean climate throughout the year

When the northern hemisphere is under the dark, stormy skies of winter, Cape Town is in its summer heyday. But not only good weather during the summer. Thanks to the moderate Mediterranean climate of Cape Town, temperatures range between 23 degrees Celsius in February and 13 degrees in June, July and August, making Cape Town an attractive place for travelers throughout the year.

4. Learn to surf

One of the best reasons to travel to Cape Town in winter; Surfer culture Whether you're starting out on a long board or practicing with a short board, the spectacular capes, caves and beaches of Cape Town are perfect for surfers of any level.

5. Penguins

If that is. Penguins in summer. On the beach. Go to Boulder Beach to sunbathe and take a few pictures worthy of Instagram with the only penguin species on the African continent.

6. Outdoor markets

In case you did not know and as another reason to travel to Cape Town in winter, South Africa has become a gastronomic focus, and Cape Town is at the center of it all. The artisanal markets of Cape Town - with the freshest aromatic herbs, vegetables, meats and seafood from across the African continent - are places where you go to inspire and eat.

If you like to get up early, do not forget to visit the Neighborhoods Market, the Oranjezicht City Market or the Earth Fair Food Market. Do you want to eat well to start the night? Go to the Hout Bay Market.

7. Visit the Bo-Kaap neighborhood

Cape Town is not just a culturally dynamic city, it also has the most colorful neighborhood in all of Africa: Bo-Kaap. With houses painted in bright pastel colors, this colorful neighborhood is the best place to lift your spirits and take some pictures.

8. Rugby season

Rugby is the favorite sport of many South Africans. Buy a ticket to see a match of the Stormers of Cape Town and meet a stadium with a public capable of leaving in evidence the hooligans of English football.

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