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
***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.
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.
Abrahamskraal Cottage (FA6): 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, 1 bedroom with double bed, 2 en-suite bathrooms (w/c and shower), 2 Single sleeper couches, Compulsory to book Friday and Saturday, Fully equipped open plan kitchen, Gas and solar energy, Gate times from 1 April to 31 Aug, 07:00 - 17:30, Gate times from 1 Sep to 31 Mar, 07:00 - 18:30, Guests to provide own drinking water and fire wood, Lounge/dining room with fireplace, Nearest shops available at Langebaan, No electric points, No firewood or charcoal for sale in park, No smoking.
Jo-annes Beach Cottage A (FA6): 1 bedroom with double bed, 2 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds, 3 en-suite bathrooms, each with wc and shower, Barbeque facilities, Compulsory to book Friday and Saturday, For any queries please contact 022- 77 22144, Gas stove and fridge, Gate times from 1 April to 31 Aug, 07:00 - 17:30, Gate times from 1 Sep to 31 Mar, 07:00 - 18:30, Kitchen, Nearest shops available at Langebaan, No firewood or charcoal for sale in park, No fishing or motorized crafts allowed, No smoking, Open plan lounge / kitchen area, Solar power for lights, gas for hot water, Solar power, no plug points.
Jo-annes Beach Cottage B (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.
Stleytler House Cottage (CO2): 1 bathroom with WC and shower, 1 bedroom with double bed, Cottage near Geelbek. School Group can be noisy, Double Sleeper Couch, Fireplace, Kitchen with stove, fridge, utensils, Microwave and toaster, No smoking.
Van Breda Cottage (FA6): 1 bathroom with WC and shower, 1 bedroom with double bed, 2 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds, Braai area, Fully equipped Kitchen, Located near education centre - school groups!, Lounge, Microwave & fridge, No smoking, Veranda.
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
