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West Coast National Park
Vital Information
Climate
Rain occurs mainly from May to August. Summers are dry with early morning mists with southeasterly or southwesterly winds. A temperate coastal climate prevails.
Day Visitors
Day visitors are welcome, and form the bulk of all visitors to the park. They can obtain food and refreshments at Geelbek and when Postberg is open there is a kiosk.
Fuel Stations: Petrol/ Diesel
Vehicle fuel is available in all parks (or is available on the park periphery):
- South African legislation stipulates that fuel stations are only allowed to accept legitimate petrol / fuel / garage cards or cash as a form of payment for any fuel purchase.
- Unfortunately no credit cards will be accepted as payment for fuel at any fuel stations.
***No late arrivals will be allowed.***.
Postberg: 09:00 – 17:00 (this section is open during flowering season only).
Tips & Hints
- Remember to bring along bathing suit, angling equipment, hat, sun block, walking shoes, camera, binoculars, bird and mammal reference books.
- Beware of strong and changeable currents on both sides of Schaapen Island.
- Water sport enthusiasts should acquaint themselves with local conditions and boating and angling regulations.
- Saldanha Bay (including the Langebaan Lagoon) is a crayfish (rock lobster) and abalone (perlemoen) reserve. Removal of these organisms from this area is a punishable offence.
- Due to the recreational zoning of the park some water sports are restricted to certain areas. Please adhere to regulations.
- Pets are not allowed in a national park.
- Medical, pharmaceutical, vehicle repair post office and police services in Langebaan Village.
- Nearest hospital: Vredenburg (30 km)
- Fuel available in Langebaan Village.
Contact Information
For enquiries e-mail West Coast National Park or phone us on the following numbers:
Tel: +27 22 772-2144/5
Fax: +27 22 772-2607
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