Southern tip of the Cape Peninsula
Cape Point which forms part of the Table Mountain National Park
is a sight not to be missed. The reserve offers an abundance of
natural beauty, is home to various birds and mammals, including
antelope, baboon, ostrich and zebra, as well as more than 2200
plant species. At the tip of the reserve is Cape Point where the
Cape Point lighthouse stands on top of the highest sea cliffs
in South Africa.
Facilities
There is a restaurant and gift shop in the reserve
as well as an information centre. Whether your preference is for
a hearty meal at the restaurant or a brisk walk to the top of
the 678 metre high peak. For the less energetic the only funicular
in Africa will whisk you to the top in style.
A number of picnic spots and braai (barbecue)
facilities are available within the reserve and there are some
interesting walks and trails with swimming at Bordjiesdrif and
Buffels Bay tidal pools.
Who knows, you may even spot the legendary 17th
century ship "The Flying Dutchman", legend has it that
the ship disappeared while trying to round the Cape. She is reportedly
sometimes seen trying to round the cape on a stormy night, tattered
rigging flapping in the wind.
Visiting Cape
Point
The reserve is open throughout the year from
07h00 to 17h00 daily. There is an admission fee payable at the
gate, contact the reserve for details. [Tel: 021 780 9100]
