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.

West Coast National 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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ABRAHAMSKRAAL COTTAGE

Abrahamskraal Cottage (FA6)

West Coast Rest Camp

West Coast National Park

From R2,473.00 per night

STLEYTLER HOUSE COTTAGE

Stleytler House Cottage (CO2)

West Coast Rest Camp

West Coast National Park

From R1,850.00 per night

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02 August 2024

Start of the 2024 Wildflower Season in West Coast National Park

South African National Parks (SANParks) is pleased to announce the start of the 2024 wildflower season in West Coast National Park (WCNP). As of 1 Aug...

23 April 2024

West Coast National Park Announces Review Process of Park Management Plan

South African National Parks (SANParks) is pleased to announce that West Coast National Park (WCNP) is in the process of reviewing its Park Management...

17 March 2024

Key Groundbreaking Infrastructure Projects Earmarked for West Coast National Park

South African National Parks (SANParks) is pleased to announce key strategic plans are earmarked for West Coast National Park with additional funding ...

14 August 2023

West Coast National Park Flower Season Kicks Off

South African National Parks (SANParks) is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated kick-off of the West Coast National Park (WCNP) flower season. Th...

21 July 2023

New Park Manager appointed in West Coast National Park

South African National Parks (SANParks) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs Charlene Adams as the new Park Manager for West Coast National P...

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