About De Hoop Whale Trail
One of South Africa's ultimate hiking experiences, the five-day Whale Trail is only three hours drive from Cape Town. The 54 km route meanders through the breathtaking De Hoop Nature Reserve where the fragrance of the fynbos intermingles with salty sea air.
The trail is renowned for its diverse fynbos vegetation, magnificent dunes and whale watching opportunities. On the trail you will experience breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and Breede River Valley. The trail stretches from Potberg to Koppie Alleen and has five overnight stops.
Telephone:
National: 0861 CAPENATURE (227 362 8873) International: 0027 861 227 362 8873 / 21 659 3500
Things to do in De Hoop Nature Reserve
De Hoop Whale Trail Map
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De Hoop Whale Trail is 17.4km from the centre of De Hoop Nature Reserve
, the nearest airport 207.3km (Cape Town International Airport).
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
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