Bontebok National Park Travel Guide: Top Sights in South africa,

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Bontebok National Park- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; South Africa; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 8 hours

Bontebok National Park, located just 6 km south of Swellendam, stands out as South Africa's smallest national park, spanning 27.86 square kilometers. Nestled against the Langeberg Mountains, this park is a gem within the Cape Floristic Region World Heritage Site. Established in 1931 to save the critically endangered Bontebok, the park has been crucial in reviving the population from just seventeen individuals to a thriving community of around 200. This success story highlights the park's role in conserving the Bontebok and its unique fynbos and renosterveld habitats, which support nearly 500 plant species, some exclusive to this area. Beyond its vital conservation efforts, Bontebok National Park offers a range of outdoor activities for visitors. With no large predators, the park is ideal for self-guided game drives, fishing, kayaking, and mountain biking. Trails such as the Acacia Trail and Aloe Hill Trail provide scenic walks and historical insights, while the park's diverse birdlife, including over 200 species, makes it a haven for birdwatchers.

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Reviews of Bontebok National Park

RhinoBerry Travel

4
Reviewed: 2024-06-10

Lovely view of the river and peaceful overnight stay! We stayed in the smaller chalet (with 2 kids) that was just a bit too crowded. 2 single beds and sleeper couch.
Janne Paul

5
Reviewed: 2024-06-07

We drove to the start point of the hiking trails and made our route to the aloe hill, the way back, we got a little bit lost but found the parking spot in a short while. We made a self-driving tour on the allowed streets afterwards , next time we would feel more at ease with a 4x4, but it worked out (car was a Hyundai Tucson). Beautiful scenery.
Johan Alberts

5
Reviewed: 2024-04-23

Was at Bontebok Park 32 years ago - quick visit again on Sunday 14 April 2024 - ideal place to come and relax from city life - no car noise, only the sounds of animal life!
Luke Ziegenhardt

5
Reviewed: 2024-02-17

Such a great experience every time! 3 hours from Cape Town. Very comfortable beds and love the sound of the Breede River so close by.
Matthew Fisher

4
Reviewed: 2024-01-10

Camped here for new years. Great facilities and plots, just a pity the river sites were unavailable after some recent flooding. Several decent running/walking routes around the park where we saw bontebok, red hartebeest and zebra, but it was the sand fleas that got our legs proper.