| The Cape Of Good Hope Nature Reserve forms part | | | | the funicular, but the views from the hiking path are |
| of The Table Mountain National Park. The reserve, | | | | nothing short of spectacular and well worth the effort. |
| established in 1939 to protect the flora and fauna of | | | | Once at the top, there are a number of viewpoints all |
| this area, offers visitors abundant photo opportunities, | | | | interconnected by a series of paved pathways and |
| soaring cliffs and pristine beaches meet the ocean on | | | | visitors can walk straight up to the lighthouse. |
| the Atlantic and False Bay coasts and views are | | | | Alternatively for the more experienced hiker, there is |
| incredible. | | | | the walk along the left side of the cliff to the lighthouse |
| The reserve is home to the Cape Floral Kingdom, the | | | | at Diaz Point. Be aware that you will need a head for |
| smallest but richest of the world's six floral Kingdoms. | | | | heights and the wind can be incredibly strong so don't |
| There are as many different plant species found within | | | | attempt this one if you find that it's windy! |
| the boundaries of the reserve as can be found in the | | | | The Parking area at Cape Point offers a curio shop, |
| entire British Isles. | | | | Information office, toilets and a funicular as well as a |
| Fauna is abundant too, from the elusive Cape Mountain | | | | Cafe. The main restaurant is situated on the cliff tops |
| Zebra, to several antelope species including: Grey | | | | overlooking False Bay and offers an extensive menu |
| Rhebok and eland, springbok and Bontebok, Cape | | | | with great seafood platter options. |
| Grysbok and Red Hartebeest. Resident ostriches | | | | There are many hiking trails within the reserve many |
| roam free and can frequently be spotted searching for | | | | of which follow routes along the majestic coastlines, |
| food on the flat plains around the shoreline. The | | | | clear blue waters wash the shores and there's |
| reserve is also home to the Chacma Baboon, a | | | | absolute peace and tranquility all around. There is also |
| protected species, they can be problematic and are | | | | the option to experience the reserve by bicycle and |
| very intelligent. Baboons should never be fed, and if | | | | with clearly marked routes, it is easy to find your way |
| visiting the reserve with food, always ensure that it is | | | | around. |
| out of sight. | | | | Tips: Always remember to take your hat and |
| Cape Point, the most South Westerly point on the | | | | sunscreen, the reserve is completely exposed to the |
| African continent is clearly marked with a wooden sign | | | | sun and in summer temperatures can reach 35 |
| board situated on the coast and affords visitors a | | | | degrees. Water is an absolute must when hiking or |
| memorable photo op. The high seas of the "Cape of | | | | biking. The cafe at the Point parking area sells bottled |
| Storms" has taken it's fair share of ships, and five | | | | water. |
| wrecks can be seen offshore when walking on the | | | | Always remember to keep a look out for the baboons |
| many hiking trails within the reserve. | | | | especially when walking in the parking area. Baboons |
| The last and most popular stop within the Reserve is | | | | are opportunists and will snatch food, so always be |
| the Cape Point Lighthouse. Visitors have the option to | | | | sure to keep car windows and doors closed and don't |
| hike up along the well paved path or to make use of | | | | walk around holding or eating food. |