Cape Point

One Point, A Million Points of View

There are few things as exhilarating as standing at the base of a beautiful, 150 year old lighthouse, perched precariously high above the swirling Atlantic Ocean, and knowing that you’re at the most southwestern tip of Africa. Knowing that the next closest landmass, when you look across the icy seas, is Antarctica – more than 4,000 kilometres away. The panoramic views that spread out before you are breath-taking. Literally, because you’ve just earned them with a final push up the final flight of stairs from the upper funicular station. And once you’re there, it’s impossible not to spend a few silent minutes taking in the gravity of the dramatic location, before you instinctively reach for your camera.

What To Do
Getting There
Facilities
Dining
Shopping
Fees
Contact

Game, bird and whale watching (in season)
Take the Flying Dutchman Funicular to the old lighthouse
Have a light meal or the indulgent seafood platter at the Two Oceans Restaurant
Spot the slew of shipwrecks surrounding the coastline
Find and visit the new lighthouse further down the point
Take a bush or nature walk through the reserve
Shop for curios and souvenirs at three different stores
Swim in the tidal pools at Bordjiesrif and Buffels Bay
Go fishing, surfing, and diving, in the surrounding waters
Follow one of the clearly marked hiking trails
Stay overnight in luxury accommodation
Download the free Cape Point Audio Tour to enhance your next visit with an information-rich audio guide to the site. Here’s how…

VIA THE ATLANTIC SEABOARD

Follow the direction to Sea Point, and follow the costal road along Camps Bay and Llandudno to arrive in Hout Bay (M6)
From there, drive along Chapman’s Peak drive that will take you to Noordhoek
Turn right to follow the magnificent coastline to Kommetjie, Sweetwater, Witsand, Misty Cliffs and Scarborough where you then drive inland for a few kilometres
Table Mountain National Park’s entrance will be on your right hand side
Follow the direction to Sea Point, and follow the costal road along Camps Bay and Llandudno to arrive in Hout Bay (M6)
From there, drive along Chapman’s Peak drive that will take you to Noordhoek
Turn right to follow the magnificent coastline to Kommetjie, Sweetwater, Witsand, Misty Cliffs and Scarborough where you then drive inland for a few kilometres
Table Mountain National Park’s entrance will be on your right hand side

VIA FALSE BAY

Take the Eastern Boulevard out of town and follow the directions M3 to Claremont
Continue on the M3 until your reach the end of the highway and turn left towards Muizenberg and Fish Hoek
Drive along the coast to historic naval village of Simon’s Town.
Continue along the coastal road to the entrance of the Table Mountain National Park on your left handside
A short scenic drive through the National Park will lead you to the parking area at Cape Point

The Flying Dutchman Funicular
Two Oceans Restaurant
Two Oceans Food Shop
Cape Point Logo Store
Cape Point Parks Shop
Lighthouse Five Curio Store
Wheelchair Accessible

TWO OCEANS RESTAURANT

Tel: + 27 (0)21 780 9200
Email: info@two-oceans.co.za
Web: www.two-oceans.co.za
The Two Oceans Restaurant is perched high on the cliffs offering panoramic views of False Bay. The restaurant has been meticulously designed to give every guest a superb view in classy but comfortable surroundings, and while superbly prepared fresh seafood takes centre stage, their extensive menu provides something special for all tastes and requirements.

TWO OCEANS FOOD SHOP

On the run? Or planning a picnic? Pick up a bite at The Two Oceans Food Shop at Cape Point. Choose from a variety of light meals and snacks – including pizza, biltong, droëwors and other authentic South African delights.

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CAPE POINT LOGO STORE

The Cape Point Logo Store is the ultimate souvenir shop from which to pick up fantastic memorabilia from your trip. There is a wide range of t-shirts, mugs, jewellery, fridge magnets, books, and everything in between. You can also purchase your own Cape Point Certificate, which serves as an official record of your visit to this beautiful corner of South Africa.

CAPE POINT PARKS SHOP

The Cape Point Parks Shop is a celebration of the beauty and diversity of the floral kingdom of the Cape, with fragrant body treats from African extracts, seeds to take home, books, and locally made ceramics and cloths.

SHOP

At the top, next to the funicular station, is Lighthouse Five – a mesmerising collection of maritime and nautical goods that perfectly complement this unique location. Ship wheels, brass bells, model sailing ships, globes and Ngwenya glass figurines are just a few of the treasures to be found.

CAPE OF GOOD HOPE

Entrance at the gate of Cape of Good Hope is managed by Table Mountain National Park. For queries related to the park land or gate entrees please contact them directly on 021 780 9526 or visit www.tmnp.co.za
OPEN: Daily from 06h00 until 18h00 (October to March), 07h00 until 17h00 (April to September).
FUNICULAR, RESTAURANTS & STORES: Daily from 09h00 until 17h00.

Entry Into the Park Costs Are:

Adults (12 yrs +) R147pp
Children (2-11yrs) R76pp
Entrance is free with a Green Card so make sure you have one. Visit the Cape Point website for more info.

FLYING DUTCHMAN FUNICULAR

9am – 12pm
Adult Return
R70.00 pp
Adult Single
R55.00 pp
Scholar/Child (age 6-16)
R30.00 pp
Scholar/Child (age 6-16)
R22.00 pp
Children (under 6)
FREE per paying adult
12pm – 5:30pm
Adult Return
R80.00 pp
Adult Single
R65.00 pp
Scholar/Child (age 6-16)
R35.00 pp
Scholar/Child (age 6-16)
R25.00 pp
Children (under 6)
FREE per paying adult
South African pensioners get special funicular rates on Wednesdays : R30 (return), R22 (single)