As winter approaches and the days get shorter, Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) announces that the access timetable in certain areas of the park has been adjusted to accommodate the coming season.
Visitors are requested to plan their trip accordingly.
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As per TMNP, here are the winter operating hours:
Cape Point:
‘Take a ride with the Flying Dutchman funicular and enjoy the panoramic views to see the old lighthouse. Wine and dine at the Two Oceans restaurant while enjoying the scenic views above False Bay at the southwestern tip of Africa,’ says TMNP.
‘Uncover the history of the Cape of Good Hope, while exploring the interactive audio-visual exhibition that delves into Early Sapiens Behaviour situated at the Buffelsfontein Visitor Centre!’
- Open daily – 7am to 5pm, with the last vehicles to exit the park by 6pm
TMNP added that Cape Point gate operates on a cash-free basis, so be sure to bring along your debit or credit cards.
Boulders:
‘Boulders Penguin Colony is home to a unique and endangered land-based colony of African Penguins,’ says TMNP. ‘It consists of three pristine beaches that one shares with these amazing creatures, one penguin viewing area and three boardwalks’
- Open daily – 8am to 5pm
Beachgoers are advised to make payments at the gate via debit and credit cards only.
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Silvermine:
‘It’s braai season at Silvermine since the fire season has drawn to a close,’ says TMNP. ‘Freestanding braais are not permitted at the picnic site, and we encourage visitors to make use of the existing braai facilities.’
TMNP also urged parkgoers to exercise caution when swimming in the dam as there are no lifeguards on duty.
- Open daily – 8am to 5pm
Oudekraal Picnic Site:
While the beach area remains open daily, TMNP explained: ‘From 1 June to 30 September, the picnic site is only open on weekends’.
Members of the public are advised that no gazebos or music is allowed at the picnic site.
- Open weekends – 8am to 5pm
Newlands Picnic Site:
While the forest area remains open daily, the Newlands picnic site will be closed from 1 June to 30 September.
Tokai:
‘Please ensure that if carrying out your activity in the park such as cycling, dog walking and horse riding, you have the requisite permit to do so,’ says TMNP.
- Open daily – 8am to 5pm
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