West Coast National Park

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Just inland from the secluded harbour of Saldanha Bay, and only 1,5 hour’s drive from Cape Town’s City Centre, one finds the azure waters of the Langebaan Lagoon, focal point of the West Coast National Park.

Against the backdrop of the azure blue lagoon, white dunes, rare fynbos, green wetlands and unbounded waves, there is much to experience. A paradise for hikers, cyclists and mountain bikers, birders, and nature-lovers alike.

The Park hosts a total of over 250 bird species annually, over a quarter of South Africa’s total. Visit one of the bird hides and spend some time enjoying the quiet. Unwind on the shore of the Langebaan Lagoon at Kraalbaai – a great spot for picnics. Explore the many rock pools along the seashore at Tsaarsbank.

Come to West Coast National Park and explore, discover and relax!

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Province: Western Cape
Nearest City/Town: Langebaan

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JO-ANNES BEACH COTTAGE A

Jo-annes Beach Cottage A (FA6)

West Coast Rest Camp

West Coast National Park

From R3,659.00 per night

ABRAHAMSKRAAL COTTAGE

Abrahamskraal Cottage (FA6)

West Coast Rest Camp

West Coast National Park

From R2,226.00 per night

JO-ANNES BEACH COTTAGE B

Jo-annes Beach Cottage B (FA4)

West Coast Rest Camp

West Coast National Park

From R2,226.00 per night

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Fauna & Flora

Track the wildlife you see at West Coast National Park!

There are 15 mammals and 281 birds to find in the park.

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News

14 November 2025

Celebrating 40 Years of West Coast National Park: A Legacy of Conservation, Collaboration and Community

This year marks a momentous milestone as the West Coast National Park (WCNP) celebrates 40 years since its declaration - four decades of protecting on...

12 November 2025

First Leopard Photographed in West Coast National Park in 170 Years

In a historic conservation milestone, a leopard has been photographed in the West Coast National Park for the first time in 170 years. This landmark s...

15 September 2025

Free Public Access To National Parks In The Cape Region

The South African National Park (SANParks) is excited to announce the upcoming 20th annual SA National Parks Week. From Monday, 22 September 2025 to S...

01 August 2025

Wildflower Season Kicks Off At West Coast National Park

South African National Parks (SANParks) is pleased to announce the start of the 2025 wildflower season in West Coast National Park (WCNP)...

07 February 2025

West Coast National Park Invites Stakeholders To Elect A Park Management Forum

The West Coast National Park is inviting stakeholders to participate in the election of a forum that will advise on the management of the national par...

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