West Coast Spring Flower Hike
Wed Aug 31, 08:45 - Wed Aug 31, 16:15
Postberg (West Coast National Park)
ABOUT
It’s that time of the year when the granite hills and sandy flats transform into a kaleidoscope of floral colour and for this spectacle we’ll be heading back to the West Coast National Park to hike the Steenbok Trail – undoubtedly the flagship Spring Flower Hike in the Western Cape!
Postberg is open to visitors between August and September when this section of the park becomes carpeted in splendid colour - dominated by the daisies, of course! Looking closely will reveal amazing species diversity including tiny orchids, striking irises, glistening vygies, delicate viooltjies and a whole host of other wonderful wildflowers. This guided hike aims to catch the flowers in the middle of the season. Let’s hope for a lovely sunny day!
Date: Wednesday, 31 August 2022
Time: 08:45 am for a 09:15 am start after signing in.
Distance: 16.5 km
Duration: 7 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: A-grade (footpath / jeep track)
Elevation: 162m ASL (highest point)
Dogs: Not permitted
Meet location: Postberg gate near Tsaarsbank (Located within the West Coast National Park) // https://maps.app.goo.gl/UQHuxvypbcwz7iSt5 - It’s a 30-minute drive from the WCNP gate on the R27 (West Coast Rd)
Cost: R330 per person (includes the trail permit) + SANParks Gate Fee R100 (Wild Card = Free; please bring your SA ID for local rate)
Book: Pay via Quicket OR Email us at [email protected] for bank details to EFT (Payment will confirm your spot)
Contact: 084 718 1668 // Please book via email ([email protected])
What to bring:
- Good hiking shoes/boots
- Sun protection (hat, sun lotion)
- Warm top & rain jacket
- Water: 2 litres per person
- Lunch / trail snacks
*BOOKING ESSENTIAL*