Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
The Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve at Cape Point is a rocky headland on the Atlantic coast of the Cape Peninsula. It is a misconception that the Cape of Good Hope is the southernmost tip of Africa. This tip is to be found at Cape Agulhas.
A day trip to Cape Point is rewarded with beautiful scenery, great hiking trails, deserted beaches and plenty of photo opportunities. There is some big game in the reserve, great bird watching, and in spring you might see whales close to the shore.
Cape Point is one of the most beautiful places on the peninsula. The trails, beaches and tours are a popular way to learn about and explore the nature reserve.
Paulsberg cannon
After a 45-minute walk up the path behind Bordjies Rif parking lot ,along the Farmer’s Cliff Trail, you will see the Paulsberg cannon. It is located on the Eastern seaboard of Cape Point Nature Reserve, a black-painted, 4-pound, Dutch cannon stands on top of Paulsberg. The cannon was once a signal cannon, created by the Dutch to warn people if an enemy ship entered False Bay and posed a threat to anchorage.
Sirkelsvlei circuit hike
Sirkelsvlei is the largest body of fresh water in the area. It is thought to be fed by underground springs. Reach this moderate 6.5-kilometer route by following the path near the boom at the top of the road leading from the parking lot. When the path splits, you can choose the path on the sea side which will take you along Staavia Edge and then around to Sirkelsvlei onto a rock shaped like an arch before leading back to Olifantsbos. The circuit will take about three hours to four hours.
Funicular railway
The Flying Dutchman train is a Funicular railway, the only one of its type in Africa. It offers a smooth and vista-inspiring trip to the point’s upper lighthouse. Leaving every three minutes from the lower station, it climbs up through the dense flora of the Cape Floral Region World Heritage Site, to the viewing area at the top. It’s a fun and unique way to experience this natural wonder that is enjoyed by young and old. 021 780-9010
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Cape Point Road
