How much does it cost to get into the West Coast National Park?

Daily Conservation Fees

Daily Conservation Fees for 1 November 2021 to 31 October 2022
Outside Flower Season
SADC Nationals (with passport)	R105 per adult, per day R52 per child, per day
Standard Conservation Fee (International Visitors)	R105 per adult, per day R52 per child, per day

Can you swim at West Coast National Park?

ENJOY WATERSPORTS IN THE LAGOON Bring your own pool inflatable or enjoy some of the water activities offered by Gravity Adventures and other suppliers inside the park. Water activities include kayaking, kitesurfing, windsurfing, wakeboarding, snorkelling, SUP (Stand Up Paddle), water-skiing and of course, swimming.

Which national parks are situated in the Western Cape?

Western Cape

• Table Mountain National Park.
• West Coast National Park.
• Agulhas National Park.
• Bontebok National Park.
• Karoo National Park.
• Wilderness Area of the Garden Route National Park.
• Knysna Area of the Garden Route National Park.

Can you braai at West Coast National Park?

No alcohol is permitted in any of the public areas such as picnic and braai sites as well as on beaches and around the lagoon.

What time does West Coast National Park open?

The gate times are as follows:

Gate Times	Jan	Sept
Entrance Gates Open	05:30	06:00
Camp Gates Open	04:30	06:00
All Gates Close	18:30	18:00

How many entrances are there to West Coast National Park?

two entrance gates
West Coast National Park is in Western Cape, 1hr 30 from Cape Town along the R27. It is a few minutes south of the small town of Langebaan, on the West Coast. There are two entrance gates – the Southern Gate just off the R27, and the Langebaan Gate at the northern edge of the park.

What time does the West Coast National Park open?

Can you braai at Flamingo Bay?

Preekstoel, Kraalbaai (known previously as Flamingo Bay) At low tide the water recedes 100m or more away from the shore and the white sand is perfect for picnicking, so braai up above and carry your food the short 20m walk down to the beach to enjoy on a blanket on the soft sand.

How many national parks are there in the Western Cape?

Although, the week grants free access to all South Africans with green barcoded IDs to most of the 21 National Parks for day visitors, however there are a few exceptions, namely: Namaqua National Park. Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (both within Table Mountain National Park)

How many national parks are in Cape Town?

6 National Parks In Cape Town That Are Known for Their Rustic Scenery & Wilderness. National Parks are a site of attraction to tourist visiting from different places over the world. The national parks in Cape Town are significant with its uniqueness in pulling numerous visitors every year.

Is oudekraal open?

Filming, Events and Functions. Table Mountain National Park will close for all filming, events and functions (bar Signal Hill) on 17 December 2021 and reopen 15 January 2022. Oudekraal remains open for function bookings.

What beaches are in the West Coast National Park?

Kraalbaai Beach is located in the ever popular West Coast National Park. In order to reach Kraalbaai Beach, you need to drive through the West Coast National Park, and around the Langebaan Lagoon.

Can you braai on a beach?

Yet every year hundreds of visitors arrive at the beach armed with firelighters and cooler boxes of braai meat. If you want to have a braai at the beach, ensure that you have it at one of the four beaches where it is allowed, or face a minimum fine of R500.

Which national park is found near Cape Town?

National Parks in Cape Town

• Table Mountain National Park. Image Source.
• West Coast National Park. Image Source.
• Agulhas National Park. Image Source.
• Tankwa karoo National Park. Image Source.
• Bontebok National Park. Image Source.
• Namaqua National Park. Image Source.

How many national parks are in the West Coast?

There are 63 National Parks in the United States; 40 of them are located in the west! They span across all 11 western states. I’ve been fortunate to visit 19 of the 40 National Parks in the west; after growing up in Alaska, I’ve lived in Washington and California – and obviously, I enjoy traveling in the West!

What are the entrance fee for oudekraal?

Oudekraal Entry Fees (2021 Day Rates) SA ID: R35 for adults with SA IDs, R15 for children. SADC: R70 for adults with passports proof, R35 for children. International Visitors: R140 for adults, R70 for child.

Can you drink alcohol at oudekraal?

There’s a strict no-alcohol policy here with the exception of the gazebo, which is available for hire for private events.

What are 5 national parks in the West Region?

West Coast National Parks

• Olympic National Park. Location: Washington, USA.
• Redwood National Park. Location: California, USA.
• Mount Rainier National Park. Location: Washington, USA.
• Yosemite National Park. Location: California, USA.
• Sequoia National Park. Location: California, USA.
• Death Valley National Park.

What National Park should I visit?

Yosemite National Park. Located east of Fresno (California), Yosemite National Park is easily one of the best national parks in the USA to visit.

Is Cape Point Free Entry 2021?

Cash-Free Entrance at Cape Point and Boulders: Cape Point and Boulders Gates are a cash-free environment and we only accept payments via debit and credit cards.

Where is West Coast national park in South Africa?

Location of West Coast National Park. The West Coast National Park lies 120 km (75 mi) north of Cape Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is 36,259.8 hectares (140.000 sq mi) in size.

What is the history of West Coast national park?

Its name was changed to West Coast National Park in 1987. Wildlife in the park includes large antelope such as eland, red hartebeest, bontebok, kudu, gemsbok, steenbok, mountain zebra, duiker and ostriches in the Postberg section. Other smaller animals include the bat-eared fox, caracal, and Cape gray mongoose.

What makes the West Coast national park so special?

The park is composed of various kinds of habitats — as well as the Langebaan fynbos and lagoon — which account for the variety of flora and fauna all around the park. The months of August and September bring about the proliferation of annual Spring flowers in the West Coast National Park.

Is the West Coast South Africa’s Best Coast?

With bright teal skies and sun-bleached shorelines, it’s easy to see why ‘Die Weskus is die beskus’ – the West Coast is South Africa’s best coast. While there are plenty of dorpies (small towns) to explore and dreamy beaches to stroll, the West Coast National Park is by far the jewel in the region’s royal crown.