Nature Reserves near Cape Town

Table Mountain National Park

Table Mountain National Park is on one of the worlds most recognised attractions encompassing unique valleys, beaches and the legendary Cape of Good Hope. Now one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Table Mountain National Park offers scenic splendour with a historical and cultural background making it a recreational asset as it draws millions of visitors each year.

West Coast National Park

West Coast National Park offers pristine wetlands and landscapes where outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy exceptional bird life, white beaches, spring flowers and a vast array of wildlife. Surrounded by the Langebaan Lagoon, this internationally important wetlands allows travelers the opportunity to experience the beauty that South African nature reserves' offer.

Elandsfontein Reserve

Elandsfontein Reserve is a World Heritage Site offering abundant wildlife, beautiful Cape flora and unforgettable excursion opportunities all within close proximity to the city. An area rich in fossil and fynbos, this South African Nature Reserve allows guests the opportunity to experience unique fossil safaris and nature drives that are second to none.

Grootbos Nature Reserve

Grootbos Nature Reserve is a nature lovers haven surrounded by forest clad hills, indigenous fynbos and overlooks Walker Bay. This relaxing and beautiful place is a world renown Whale watching spot and is a leading example of sustainable Eco-tourism along the famous Garden Route.

Aquila Game Reserve

Aquila Game Reserve is a 4 500 hectare malaria-free reserve that plays host to Africa's Big Five. This remarkable destination in the Klein Karoo offers exquisite land features and excellent birding opportunities. Guests here can gain valuable insight into the importance of wildlife conservation with the various conservation projects happening in the reserve.

Agulhas National Park

Agulhas National Park is located at the Southern most tip of Africa where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. Dubbed 'the Cape of Storms', this nature conservation area is rich in diversity of flora and significant archeological sites that hold many secrets for nature lovers to discover.

Bontebok National Park

Bontebok National Park was initially established at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains to protect the Bontebok from extinction. The area has the highest density of rare and endangered bird life, fynbos species and animal life even though it is South Africa's smallest national park. The region plays host to plant life found nowhere else on earth and access to the Breede River allows visitors to enjoy unforgettable swimming, angling and canoeing activities.

Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve

Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve is situated between the scenic Cederberg Mountains and the Great Karoo plains in a malaria-free game area. This Western Cape Nature Reserve is host to a vast array of wildlife and animal special species as well as a wide range of flora and fauna.

Cederberg Nature Reserve

Cederberg Nature Reserve was proclaimed one of the eight World Heritage sites within the Cape Floristic region. The area is famous for its amazing rock formations and inspiring landscapes which are home to indigenous Fynbos, Karoo plants, endemic freshwater fish and the increasingly rare Clanwilliam Cedar Tree.