Cape town gay hiking club

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Most prominently in Kruger Park—one of the largest and best-managed town parks anywhere in Africa. You can traverse gradual hills in the south, the Lebombo Mountains in the east and tropical jungles in the north. Are you ready to dive in? South Africa was the first country in the world to outlaw discrimination based on sexual orientation.

It was also the fifth country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage. To a lesser degree, both Pretoria and Durban have small gay communities. While South Africa is certainly leagues better than neighbouring countries, we still recommend gay travellers practice discretion in South Africa, especially in rural areas and townships.

There are no lesbian-specific bars in South Africa. However, regular lesbian parties are thrown in both Cape Town and Johannesburg. Deserted beaches, excellent bird watching and some exceptional biking and hiking await travellers visiting this small stretch of Table Mountain National Park. Spend your day biking between estates sipping and supping.

It is a melting pot of culture, cuisine, language and religion. Travellers are delighted by the wealth of activities available, from cultural highlights like museums and gardens to active adventures like world-class surfing and hiking. Be sure to indulge in the incredible restaurant scene and the raucous LGBT nightlife.

Cape Town is lovely from November to February, club is their summer. On the flip side, the best time for game viewing is typically June to October…there will be less rain on safari, but it will be cool and wet in Cape Town. If vaccination is a requirement for entry, or on select cruises, this will be communicated at the time a trip is confirmed to depart.

Other Vaccinations: Based on the entry requirements for South Africa, there are no other vaccinations needed. To determine if you should take preventative measures to reduce the risk of illness, you should consult your doctor or a travel medical clinic, as Out Adventures cannot provide hiking recommendations.

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There may be exceptions, and all visas are the responsibility of the traveller. If you are travelling to nearby countries such as Zambia or Zimbabwe, you will likely require a visa which can be obtained at the point of entry. From the scenic heights of Table Mountain, to the scandalous depths of De Waterkant.

To whet your appetite for our gay South Africa tour, here are our some titillating photos from our last LGBT schlep through the country.