West Coast National Park

Introduction

Just inland from the secluded 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 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.

Areas of Special Interest

• Bird watching in Geelbek, Seeburg and Abrahamskraal bird hide.
• Mountain bike & Cycling Route Trail.
• Strandveld hiking trails starting from Geelbek Visitors Centre.
• Picnic sites in Kraalbaai & Tsaarsbank.
• Whale watching – August to November in Tsaarsbak.
• Flower & Game viewing from own vehicle – August and September in Postberg.
• Kite boarding, Kayaking and other water sports can be done in Kraalbaai.

5 Things to Seek

• Flamingo's
• Waders
• Black Harrier
• Spring flowers
• Eve's foot print