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  • Accommodation Type: Self-Catering
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Just inland from the scheduled harbour of Saldanha Bay one finds the azure waters of the Langebaan Lagoon, focal point of the West Coast National Park.

Thousands of seabirds roost on the sheltered islands, pristine golden beaches stretch endlessly into the early morning mist and brooding salt marshes are home to vast concentrations of migrant waders from the northern hemisphere.

During the spring the strandveld is embroidered with a tapestry of multi-hued flowers, while in the Postberg section many antelope are to be seen in a setting that is as unique as it is idyllic.

Accommodation at West Coast National Park

***No late arrivals will be allowed.***

Abrahamskraal Cottage (FA6)
This 6 bed self catering cottage is situated near the Abrahamskraal waterhole and is fully equipped:
- 1 bedroom with 2 single beds and 2 pull out beds
- 1 bedroom with double bed
- 2 en-suite bathrooms (w/c and shower)
- Fully equipped open plan kitchen
- Gas and solar energy
- Guests to provide own drinking water and fire wood
- Lounge/dining room with fireplace
- No electric points

Jo Anne's Beach Cottage (FA8)
This exclusive self-catering cottage (3 en-suite bedrooms-sleeping 8 persons in total) is situated near Churchaven, within walking distance of the lagoon. No fishing or motorised crafts are allowed in this area.

- 1 bedroom with 2 single beds
- 1 bedroom with 4 single beds
- 1 bedroom with double bed
- 3 en-suite bathrooms, each with wc and shower
- Barbeque Facilities
- Gas stove and fridge
- Kitchen
- Open plan lounge / kitchen area
- Solar power for lights, gas for hot water
- Solar power, no plug points

Duinepos Chalets - siutated inside the West Coast National Park with 8 chalets, 2 are universally accessible, situated to ensure privacy, peace and tranquility.

Please note
No after hours gate access.
Guests should bring their own braaiwood purchase from the entrance gate on the R27.
No pets, loud music or portable generators are allowed
Tap water comes from a well-point and is safe to drink, however guests may not be accustomed to the taste so they are welcome to provide their own drinking water.

On arrival guests can collect keys for brahamskraal and Jo Anne's at either Langebaan or R27 entrance gate and hand them in at the same point on departure. Accommodation is available from 12h00 on the day of your arrival and time of departure is 09h00.

Important Notice
1. Accommodation rates do not include Conservation Fees which are payable at the entrance gates.
2. Please ensure that you are familiar with the Rules & Regulations of National Parks before making a booking.

Health and Climate:
Rain occurs mainly from May to August. Summers are dry with early morning mists with south-easterly or south-westerly winds.
A temperate coastal climate prevails.
Activities:

The park has been devided into 3 recreational zones:
Zone A: multi-functional section for most water sports.
Zone B reserved for sailboats and board sailing (no power boats or angling).
Zone C: Wilderness area which is closed to the public.

Cancellation Policy:
In addition to the full cancellation of a reservation, any amendment to an existing reservation, which results in the value of the revised reservation being less than the original value, could result in cancellation fees being levied, according to the following schedule:
- No cancellation fees will be incurred for cancellations or changes 46 days or more prior to arrival;
- Cancellations fees of 50% of the total reservation is payable for cancellations and changes received between 45 and 30 days prior to arrival;
- A 100% cancellation fee is payable for cancellations received within 29 days of arrival;
- A 100% cancellation fee is payable for non-arrivals (no-shows).
If the arrival date of the itinerary is postponed prior to or on date of arrival and then cancelled at a later stage, the fees that applied at the time of amendment will be enforced if the amount is greater than the new cancellation fees.
Modification and cancellation charges may be levied on any other reservations amended or cancelled online, irrespective of the channel through which the reservations were originally made, and subject to the terms and conditions.

- Conservation levy is always excluded from the booking amount and needs to be settled on arrival.
Facilities & Services available:
Children under 12 years
Elderly
Honeymoon Couples

West Coast National Park is a Self-Catering in Langebaan Western Cape South Africa
Directions:

The entrance to the park is some 100 km north of Cape Town, off the R27 highway. Most internal routes are tarred. The last section of the road to Postberg is, however, gravelled.
Gate Times:

* 1 April to 31 August: 07:00 - 18:00
* 1 September to 31 March: 07:00 - 19:00

Directions from Cape Town City Centre:

* Take N1 (Paarl) On-ramp
* Pass Lower Church Street off-ramp
* Take next off-ramp - R27 (Marine Drive)
* Drive through Paarden Eiland and Milnerton
* R27 continues as West Coast Road
* Travel along R27 for 120 km
* Past Yzerfontein/Darling Turn-off (11 km)
* Turn Left into West Coast National Park Gate

Directions from Airport

* Airport - N2 - Goodwood N7 Off-ramp
* Vanguard Drive (Past Grand West) becomes N7 (Malmesbury)
* Melkbosstrand Turn-off (Left)
* At Robot, turn Right onto R27 (Velddrif)
* Pass the Yzerfontein/Darling Turn-off (11 km)
* Turn Left into West Coast National Park Gate

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Rooms and Units Available at West Coast National Park
Abrahamskraal Cottage (FA6)
1 double bed, 2 single beds and 2 pull out beds
Sleeps 6 Adults
Jo Anne's Beach Cottage (FA6)
1 Double bed and 4 single beds
Sleeps 6 Adults
Jo-annes B Cottage (FA4)
1 bathroom with WC and shower, 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, 1 bedroom with double bed, Braai area, Fridge, Gas and solar energy, Lounge, No smoking, Utensils, Veranda, View
Sleeps 4 Adults
Steytler House Cottage (CO2)
**Cottage near Geelbek. School Group can b noisy, 1 bathroom with WC and shower, 1 bedroom with double bed, Double Sleeper Couch, Fireplace, Kitchen with stove, fridge, utensils, Microwave and toaster, No smoking
Sleeps 2 Adults
Van Breda Cottage (FA6)
1 bathroom with WC and shower, 1 bedroom with double bed, 2 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds, Braai area, Fireplace, Fully equipped Kitchen, Located near education centre - school groups!, Lounge, Microwave & fridge, No smoking, Veranda
Sleeps 6 Adults
Latest Reviews
Beautiful view; good to swim in the lagoon. Good service - clean towels every day - well equipped.
Gail Fincham Feb 2019
This is the third time we (husband + 2 small kids) have visited this lovely houseboat in the idyllic Kraalbaai - and we plan to go again next year. The staff are very helpful and friendly and the house is in good condition. My only suggestions are that a few more kitchen utensils would be helpful (e.g. some reasonably sharp knives and a decent firm spatula), as would a rowboat for Laurus. Everything else was perfect.
Michelle Kuttel Mar 2011
The houseboat Laurus has a superb location and provides a unique holiday experience. We absolutely loved it (for the second time). The boat is quite spacious, the beds and bedding are very comfortable and the staff who run the tender (Derrick in our case) are very helpful. My only complaint is that the kitchen could be better equipped with, for example, a salad bowl, a mixing bowl and some sharper knives. However, we managed without these and had a wonderful long weekend. I wish it was longer...
Michelle Kuttel Mar 2010
It was a wonderful, peaceful holiday. The accommodation was very comfortable. My only complaint was that the advertised row boat was missing, so we had to rely on Patrick for transport to the shore. Though he was very helpful, I would prefer to be a bit more independent and I really like rowing! Otherwise, the kitchen was well equipped and the house boat was very well designed.
Michelle Kuttel Jan 2009
We only have one word, fabulous.
Eddie Windsor Oct 2008