When we awoke on debarkation day, it appeared that we would have more of the same weather as the day before. The sky was overcast, clouds obscured Table Mountain, and it was beginning to rain. By the time we departed the ship, about 9:45, the sky had cleared, and Table Mountain was clearly visible. We hired a taxi to take us to our hotel to drop off our luggage, then right back to the waterfront to meet our friends Alex and Lorraine. We had a great time catching up with them.
Afterward, since the Robben Island tours had been canceled again, we decided to take the Hop On Hop Off bus tour. Two routes are offered, one which includes a stop at the Table Mountain cable car, and a second which includes a stop at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. We opted for the cable car since the top of the mountain was clear, and we knew the cable car would be operating. The ride to the top of Table Mountain was amazing. The cable car rotates around, so that everyone is able to view the terrain in every direction on the way up. Once atop the mountain, the views are breathtaking. A large network of trails leads from one spectacular view to another. Quite an experience.
By the time we returned to the waterfront, it was time for an early dinner, so we enjoyed a fantastic Italian meal at Balducci’s. We were able to eat on the terrace so that we could watch all of the ongoing activities occurring on the waterfront, and the colors from the sunset cast upon Table Mountain. We’re looking forward to the second bus route tomorrow.
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