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Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

Off the M65, South Africa
27-21-780-9204
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Ranked #6 of 146 attractions in Cape Town
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, National Parks, Hiking Trails, Castles, Bodies of Water
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Description: Comprising nearly 20,000 wild acres of steep cliffs and hiking trails, this legendary peninsula is part of Cape Peninsula National Park.
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW via mobile

My wife and I are from Durban and were on holiday in the cape. Our passion is history so we decided to go down to cape point as there is so much history there. It costs R90 per adult to get into the park. Once you are in there are various routes that you can drive. We didn't have much... More

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Wellington, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Nature and views. Beautiful surroundings, flowers and excellent for photos loved the history and information on surrounding area. not overcrouded.

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Visiting Cape of Good Hope Nature reserve is an absolute must for local and visiting travellers. With the electronic rides on offer there's no need to over exert so young and old will enjoy all the reserve has on offer.

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Kommetjie, Cape Town
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

On road bikes or mountain bikes, it is great exploring the reserve. And when you get to the point, the cappuccino's are a mus. If you buy a small snack you can even get to feed a striped mouse. Great for the kids to experience. Get there so that you can get to the point before say 10h30 before the... More

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Tenterden, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

If you visit Cape Town you must go to the Cape of Good Hope, where the Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean come together, the drive there is spectacular, and the scenery superb. Luckily we saw ostrich, zebras, baboons and tortoises along the roadside near the beach there, as well as coach loads of Japanese tourists!, it is certainly very busy,... More

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Kreuzlingen, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

We travelled completely round, and through the reserve...breathtaking views are to be found every few meters along the road.

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New Delhi, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

Very scenic, very very windy ....... another place not to miss. You can use the cable car (49R return fare) or walk up. It is fascinating to see Indian Ocean and Atlantic ocean coming together. If you are wearing caps/hats, better take care of them else they will fly with the winds :)

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Kristiansand, Norway
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

This is a beautiful place to visit. Incredible nature, two giant oceans meeting, fantastic views, walks etc. This is a must if you´re in the Cape area. Lucky seeing some wildlife on the road as well.

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Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Be it romantic or adventure this is a truly amazing place. See the marked difference in water color of 2 oceans. Nature at its best. Caution very windy, mind your hats

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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

Excellent drive and beautiful views ,have been here on all my holidays and love this place .Cape point is a must on anyones list of places to go when in cape town.

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