West Coast
About the area
With unspoilt beaches, stunning mountain ranges, and a breathtaking carpet of wildflowers in spring, the West Coast of South Africa is an unforgettable must-visit destination. Located on Route 27 and the N7 out of Cape Town, the West Coast stretches north to the border with the Northern Cape and east past the Cederberg Conservancy, famous for its ancient rock art. Quant little towns and fishing villages such as Darling, Paternoster, Saldanha and Langebaan are worth the stop when exploring the area.
Highlights
Make a stop at a charming West Coast fishing village to enjoy fresh seafood.
Witness the unimaginable opulence of the area’s wildflowers in spring.
Visit one of the famous open-air beach restaurants on Route 27.
Pay a visit to the little town of Darling during its Wildflower and Orchid show in September.
Explore Fossil Park and its variety of fossils of over 200 different species of animals.
Hike around the Cederberg Wilderness, a 71.000 ha conservancy known for its rugged and beautiful mountainous landscape.
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