Bontebok National Park
Bontebok National Park is located in the Western Cape Province 6 km south of Swellendam, and is a small plot that was specifically set aside to protect the then almost extinct Bontebok antelope.
Birdlife in the park is abundant with over 200 recorded species. Bontebok National Park is also home to numerous antelope. The park also has large variety grasses and other plant species.
Bontebok National Park lies under the majestic Langeberg Mountains which provide a magnificant backdrop for this Park which forms part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, now heralded as a world heritage site.
The Breede River provides an idyllic western border to the park and offers guests scenery, bird watching, fishing, and a refreshing swimming spot. Visitors can also get a profound familiarity of the Park’s endless sights and sounds while on one of the various hiking trails or on a winding bike trip.
Accommodation
There is no accommodation in the Bontebok National Park at the moment
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Day visitors
- Bontebok National Park is a great day visitor location
- Because of its small size; visitors can drive around the whole park in a few hours
- It is a great stopping point between Cape Town and the Garden Route
- Great for a picnics, barbeques, swimming, or small hikes
Facilities
- Picnic and barbeque sites with ablution facilities
- A shop at the park entrance supplies basic commodities; meat, beer, wine and curios
- The nearest fuel supply is in the town of Swellendam.
Extra Information
Climate
Bontebok National Park has a temperate climate with an average rainfall of ± 500 mm per annum, occurring mainly during early summer and winter.
Office and Gate hours
| Gate Times | Summer (Oct-Apr) |
Winter (May-Sep ) |
| Gates Open | 07:00 | 07:00 |
| Gates Close | 19:00 | 18:00 |
Office Hours
Summer: 07:00 - 19:00
Winter: 07:00 - 18:00
Handy Hints
- Binoculars and cameras should be easily accessible at all times
- Stopping for little things often produces interesting things that were not apparent
- Road maps of tourist routes within the park are available at the reception area.
- Sun cream is advisable
- Insect repellant is recommended, especially in summer
- No immunizations are needed for travel to this park. The park is situated in a malaria-free area
