Olifantsbos Hike – Cape Point Nature Reserve
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A great Cape Point hike through the fynbos from the Smitswinkel Bay viewpoint, passing Sirkelsvlei and ending at Olifantsbos on the Atlantic coast in the Cape Point Nature Reserve.
Start — This point-to-point hike begins at Smitswinkel Bay viewpoint, located on the left at the first bend past the Cape Point entrance. The trail starts with an easy uphill section before descending through fynbos to cross Olifantsbos Road.
Trail Section — Continue past the Sirkelsvlei Natural Dam to finish at the Olifantsbos parking area.
Important Note — Cape Point payment is credit card only and ID is required. For more info, visit the official Cape Point Website
📍 Meeting Point — Leave cars at the Olifantsbos parking and return to the start at Smitswinkel Bay viewpoint parking.
📌 Meeting Spot Olifantsbos — Google Maps
📌 Meeting Spot Smitswinkel Bay — Google Maps
⏱️ Hiking Time — 3hrs 30min
📏 Distance — 9.7km
⛰️ Elevation — 230m
🟠 Grade — Moderately Strenuous
🐾🐾 — No dogs allowed in the reserve.
Route Notes — An easy-to-follow route on a stony path.
Part of our collection of Cape Point hikes in the Cape Point Nature Reserve. Discover more Cape Point hiking trails and routes across the reserve in our Cape Point Hiking Guide.
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