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The iconic Whale Trail has reopened after an extensive revamp
The iconic and world class Whale trail hike in the De Hoop Nature Reserve will reopen on Wednesday, 28 October 2020. CapeNature prides itself on leading the way in sustainable tourism as demonstrated by a continued commitment to nature-based recreational and tourism facilities for local and international visitors to enjoy and explore. Situated on 34 000 […]
A journey to Keurbooms Nature Reserve – by Scott Ramsay
Words and photos by Scott Ramsay Keurbooms River Nature Reserve is a small reserve near Plettenberg Bay, and despite its proximity to the busy town, once you’ve paddled up the river away from the national road, it soon becomes clear that this reserve is another tiny patch of paradise in the Western Cape. Ancient yellow-wood […]
Communities and Conservation working together for sustainable oceans
Baited Underwater Videos (BRUVs) – Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean Marine protected areas (MPAs) aim to conserve marine life and promote the conservation and effective management of ecologically and biologically diverse marine areas. The social and economic context within which they exist also needs to be considered when planning and making management decisions. They are […]
Featured accommodation
Blacktail Chalet
Three charming self-catering chalets overlook the river. Each offers two bedrooms, sleeping four. The bathroom…
Disa
Disa accommodates eight people in two rooms with two bunk beds and mattresses. An extra…
Helderfontein
Helderfontein provides basic overnight accommodation in an old stone building that was once a management…Featured reserves
Outeniqua Nature Reserve
Eagles, easy walks and epic hikes await visitors to the Outeniqua Nature Reserve
Boosmansbos Wilderness Area
Indigenous forest, mountain fynbos and rare birds make Boosmansbos a hiker’s paradise
Swartberg Nature Reserve (Gamkaskloof - Die Hel)
Gamkaskloof (aka Die Hel) promises a sensory feast of proteas, regional ports and donkey trails
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The Cederberg Wilderness only three hours outside Cape Town is wild, rugged and captivating.
Keurbooms promises an undiluted, unspoilt nature experience.
Rocherpan is a coastal nature reserve teeming with birds and colourful wildflowers.
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