West Coast National Park

National park · West Coast

West Coast National Park

National park · West Coast

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R27, Langebaan, 7357, South Africa

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Islands, beaches, lagoons, wildflowers, flamingos & whale-watching  

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R27, Langebaan, 7357, South Africa Get directions

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South Africa's Super Bloom Has Amazing Wildflower Views

"Located about 90 minutes north of Cape Town, this park offers dazzling carpets of white rain daisies and active conservation work by field rangers who monitor flora and fauna, protect rare plants from trampling, and deter poachers; visiting here provides close encounters with sensitive coastal and floral ecosystems under active stewardship by staff such as Fiona-Rose Horn and Busisiwe 'Busi' Mbobo." - Greta Rybus

https://www.travelandleisure.com/south-africa-super-bloom-wildflower-summer-travel-7554352
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3 Best Day Trips From Cape Town

"West Coast National Park is just about an hour from Cape Town, but feels worlds away from the city's chaos. Anyone who knows about Cape Town beaches will tell you that the Atlantic waters in this part of the world are nippy at best, yet somehow, the coves and lagoons of this park feel at least a few degrees warmer than their counterparts to the south. It's rugged and beautiful, and a great slice of South Africa's distinctive natural landscape." - Sarah Khan

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West Coast National Park

"We want to get out of Cape Town. Please tell us this will be an escape!This idyllic national park is just about an hour north of Cape Town, but feels worlds away from the city's chaos. Anyone who knows about Cape Town beaches will tell you that the Atlantic waters in this part of the world are nippy at best, yet somehow, the coves and lagoons of this park feel at least a few degrees warmer than their counterparts to the south. It's rugged and beautiful, and a great slice of South Africa's distinctive natural landscape. Fun! If we have time to plan ahead, what's the best season to visit the park?Come every August and September, as the region's wet winters begin to give way to spring, the northern reaches of South Africa give way to a stunning natural phenomenon that's like a spring version of the fall foliage of New England; here, the otherwise arid landscapes erupt with colorful wildflowers as far as the eye can see. This landscape trickles down as far south as the West Coast National Park, where, if your timing is right, you'll be welcomed by vast fields of colorful spring flowers unfolding in all directions. We'll keep it in mind. Was it easy to get around?As in all national parks and public areas in South Africa, this one is fairly well signposted and easy to navigate. It sounds great. One last thing—who do you think it's best suited for?This is a great destination for wildlife lovers, with plenty of gorgeous trails for hiking, beaches for swimming, and fields of spring flowers for frolicking. There's also plenty of wildlife, though the animals can be shy." - Sarah Khan

https://www.cntraveler.com/activities/cape-town/west-coast-national-park
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Eugene De Wee

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🌸 Spring at its best! The West Coast National Park is absolutely breathtaking during flower season. Endless fields of daisies and vibrant wildflowers create a colorful carpet that feels magical. The park is well-kept, peaceful, and perfect for a day trip with family or friends. ✨ Highlights: • Stunning floral displays (August–September is peak season) • Relaxed driving routes with plenty of photo stops • Clean facilities but picnic spots can be better • A must-see for nature lovers and photographers Highly recommend visiting early in the day to avoid crowds and get the best light for photos. A five-star experience!

Lu Ke

Google
The sea of flowers is absolutely stunning! It’s very close to Cape Town — perfect for a day trip. The beach inside has warm, shallow water, ideal for kids！！

Erna van Tonder

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I cannot think of any place more beautiful to spend Spring day in - surrounded by bursts of colour as far as the eye can see. The view of the Langebaan lagoon from 'Preekstoel' is breathtaking. The roads in the park are well maintained and well sign posted. The entrance fee is minimal and the gate staff were friendly and efficient. Experiencing the beauty of nature here during August / September should be on every persons bucket list.

Sybz Solomons

Google
The west coast national park is situated in Langebaan on the Cape West Coast. August to September is the flower season. Postberg is open until 30 September. Entrance was free this time due to National Heritage week. I think its about R150 per person if you are a South African citizen. You can cycle in the park, I think people run as well. Very popular with bird watchers as it offers a large variety of bird species. There is an entrance on the West coast road, normally a long wait here in season. Best to go through Shark Bay in Langebaan. There are stunning braai areas in the park. Preekstoel is one of them. Amazing views of the lagoon. Various food trucks are also stationed at various points. Kraal Baai is ideal for swimming and a picnic. Bring umbrellas as it can get very hot in the summer months. Thank you SA for keeping our parks well maintained.

Marisa Botes

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I had the pleasure of visiting the West Coast National Park this past weekend, and the experience was nothing short of breathtaking. The wildflowers are in full bloom, painting the landscape in the most vibrant colors. The park itself is immaculately maintained, and what stood out most was the respect visitors show toward nature and one another—no rushing, no hooting, just a shared appreciation for the beauty all around. You can purchase lovely guidebooks to help identify and mark the birds and flowers you spot along the way—well worth it, as the proceeds go to a good cause. The park is also perfect for a picnic, just be sure to leave no trace behind. For those who prefer, there are food stands at certain points offering delicious meals, cappuccinos, and even amazing ice cream. I highly recommend a visit with your family—it’s a truly special experience that combines natural beauty, tranquility, and a sense of community care.

Kurt Stephen

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Spring, flowers = West Coast National Park... Flowers are blooming in Spring, you gotta catch one of nature's beautiful natural flower shows... It's worth contacting the park prior to taking the beautiful drive, as each year the flowers bloom at different times, some years they come early and Visa-virsa... You can also pre-register and all enquire about the park fees, we went on one of their free entry days... It's better to fill out forms online, if you forget or don't have a chance, you can register on the day... West Coast National Park, is a fantastic place for hikers, gravel cyclists and mountain bikers. Its also a perfect place for a hot summers day and a #Splash in the natural lake. If you are a 'Bird-Watcher', West Coast National Park hosts a total of over two hundred and fifty (250) bird species annually, it really is very beautiful. #Picnic or a short day trip, on the way stop @TheBirkenhead Melkbosstrand shopping centre to pick up your picnic supplies, we stopped in on the way back for beautiful Fish'n'Chips... An end to a great day out...

Emma Vanniekerk

Google
Even though it was cloudy and we did not see many flowers, we spotted loads of animals and the beaches were beautiful ! The park was not too crowded for a Saturday which was nice but was definitely due to it being overcast. Toilets are well kept!

Anzel Joubert

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We did not get to see a whole lot of flowers, but I think we were a little too late? The entrance had a lot more flowers than inside the park itself. The park is clean and supposedly free for South Africans, yet we paid R115 for entrance per person. The booklets are R30 each. We saw a few bokkies and butterflies, the park is beautiful even with little flowers.