Blaauwberg Nature Reserve
The Blaauwberg Nature Reserve has a spectacular view down fynbos slopes to rocky, sandy coastline, the ocean and beyond.About
Cape Town is unique due to its high concentration of local flora and fauna species. Our nature reserves protect and conserve our city’s natural areas and biodiversity heritage.
The Blaauwberg Nature Reserve has a spectacular view down fynbos slopes from Blaauwberg Hill, across the city, to seven kilometres of rocky, sandy coastline, the ocean and beyond. Blaauwberg Hill, is one of the few viewpoints in the world from where you can see two proclaimed World Heritage Sites, namely Table Mountain and Robben Island.
The reserve also offers the
Montispectus self-catering unit on top of Blaauwberg Hill, which you can hire out for a pleasant weekend getaway with family and friends. Find out more in the Bookings and tariffs section below.
Opening hours
Coastal section
Monday to Sunday
Sunrise to sunset
Eerste Steen braai and picnic facility
November to April
08:00 – 19:00
May to October
08:00 – 17:00
Entrance fees
| Persons/Vehicle | Cost |
|---|---|
| Vehicles | R28 |
| Adults (18 and over) | R20 |
| Children (3 to 17), tertiary students and senior citizens (proof required) | R15 |
| Children under 3 | Free |
| Learner/student groups
(pre-booked, discounts may apply) | R7 |
| 'Friend' of this reserve (membership proof required) | Free |
For more information about seasonal passes please consult the nature conservation tariffs in the document downloads section below.
Location
Eerste Steen Resort, Otto du Plessis Drive (M14), north of Bloubergstrand
Features and facilities
- Self-catering accommodation
- Path and walkways
- Picnic areas
- Environmental education centre
Activities
- Running and jogging
- Hiking and walking
- Educational programmes
- Picnics
Facility sizes
1 445 hectares
Booking and tariffs
Montispectus self-catering unit (on top of Blaauwberg Hill) reservations
Email:
reservations.blaauwberg@capetown.gov.za
You can download the Montispectus booking form for more information on the process, costs and available features.
For nature reserve permit tariffs, please consult the nature conservation tariffs in the document downloads section below.
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