Kanonkop and Venus Pool - Cape Point

This part coastal, part inland hike offers great views fromKanonkop and a swim in a beautiful large rock pool teeming with sea anemones and starfish.

Start — Begin at the Buffelsfontein Visitor Centre in Cape Point and head toward Paulsberg. After crossing Bordjiesrif Road, the trail climbs gradually on a sandy path toward Kanonkop.

Kanonkop Section — The route continues upward to the high point of Kanonkop, offering wide views across the Cape Point plateau. From here, the path descends fairly steeply on rocky terrain toward Booi se Skerm parking on Black Rocks Road.

Venus Pool & Return — From the far end of the parking area, turn left toward Venus Pool, a natural tidal pool ideal for swimming and picnicking. The return follows the tar road, with the option to reconnect with the original trail or continue back to Bordjiesrif Road.

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Important Note —  Cape Point payment is credit card only and ID is required.

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📍 Meeting Point — Buffelsfontein Visitor Centre, Cape Point

📌 Meeting Spot — Google Maps

⏱️ Hiking Time — 3hrs 30min

📏 Distance — 9.4km

⛰️ Elevation — 304m

🟠 Grade — Moderately Strenuous

🐾🐾 — No dogs allowed in the reserve.

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Route Notes — An easily followed route, mostly on sandy paths. The downhill section is rocky but not technically difficult.

More Info — Cape Point Official Website

Hiking Map
Kanonkop AllTrails Map | Download GPX Route

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Venus Pool

Overview — Venus Pool, located on the coast near Booi se Skerm, is a beautiful natural tidal pool in Cape Point, surrounded by broad terraces of flat rock and exposed coastline.

Marine Life & Swimming — The shallow pool is home to an abundance of marine life including fish, sea urchins, anemones, and starfish, making it an excellent spot for swimming and snorkelling on calm days.

Access — To reach the pool, walk north from the Booi se Skerm parking area either along the old tar road or via the coastal path. After approximately 15 minutes, a short path and steps lead down to the rock terraces and pool.

Venus Pool with an incoming tide