Bontebok National Park

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Bontebok National Park is a place of simplistic beauty and peaceful charm. The majestic Langeberg Mountains provide a picturesque backdrop for this Park of colourful riches.

Located on the outskirts of the historic and picturesque town of Swellendam, the park falls within the renowned Cape Floristic Region, one of the world’s richest plant kingdoms. Visitors can stay at the well-equipped rest camp or enjoy the scenic camping sites nestled along the banks of the tranquil Breede River.

This family-friendly destination offers a variety of outdoor activities, including mountain biking, cycling, swimming in the refreshing river waters, and exploring scenic hiking trails and nature walks. Birdwatchers will delight in spotting a diverse range of bird species, while wildlife enthusiasts can marvel at the park’s namesake, the rare and beautiful bontebok, as well as other indigenous animals.

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Province: Western Cape
Nearest City/Town: Swellendam

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Short Term Closure for Bontebok National Park04 June 2026

Dear Valued Guests

Following servers flooding in May 2026, during which the Breede River burst its banks, Bontebok National Park has sustained significant damage to several trails, tracks, and infrastructure.

All river-boarding trails and viewing decks have washed away, rendering these areas highly unstable and entirely inaccessible.

All affected routes remain strictly closed to visitor access until further notice.

The Lang Elsies Kraal Rest Camp has been temporarily closed, and a phased reopening approach will be communicated shortly.

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Fauna & Flora

Track the wildlife you see at Bontebok National Park!

There are 11 mammals and 205 birds to find in the park.

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News

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...

16 September 2015

Media Release: Free entry for South African National Parks Week

The feature element of the SA National Parks Week campaign is the free access granted to all South African day visitors carrying their official Identi...

23 July 2015

20% discount on accommodation booked via the Park, in Bontebok National Park

This discount is available only to new bookings made by the public from 23 July 2015 until 22 August 2015, for stays between 1 August 2015 and 22 Augu...

01 September 2014

Free access to national parks during SA National Parks Week

From the 8th to the 13th September 2014 SANParks welcomes the public free of charge with the only exceptions being Namaqua National Park and Boulders ...

22 August 2014

20% discount on accommodation at Bontebok National Park

This offer applies only to bookings made via the Bontebok National Park Reception. No discount will apply to bookings made online. The discount applie...

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