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Summertime in the Western Cape is the perfect time to enjoy a wonderful picnic in the beautiful outdoors. With balmy temperatures, sunny skies and gorgeous scenery, there are few things more lovely than a summer picnic in the Cape!
Whether you pack your own picnic or enjoy a fully prepared one from a wine farm or local picnic company (like Protea Picnics or Dial-a-Picnic), the options are endless.
In this post, we share some great picnic spots for summer in the Western Cape:
Cape Point: Buffels Bay and Bordjiesdrif
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Cape Point Nature Reserve might seem like an unlikely place for a picnic but it’s actually an incredibly popular spot to picnic year-round!
While you do have to pay an entry fee to enter the reserve, you can picnic for free at one of two picnic spots, Buffels Bay or Bordjiesdrif. Both spots double as braai- or grassy picnic-spots.
At Buffels Bay, there’s also a safe tidal pool overlooking the False Bay area and you’re surrounded by rich, natural Cape flora.
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For Bordjiesdrif, the circular grass patches offer an ideal place to set up a fun, family picnic.
If you picnic here, just remember to keep things tidy; don’t feed the baboons and keep a safe distance from them; and remember that no alcohol is allowed inside the reserve.
Entry fee: https://capepoint.co.za/visitus/
West Coast National Park: Kraalbaai
Another wonderful summertime picnic spot is undoubtedly Kraalbaai and the West Coast National Park at large.
While the park has several gorgeous places to sit and enjoy a picnic, Kraalbaai’s beach offers the perfect, secluded and stunning place to enjoy a family picnic. Especially as it overlooks the beautiful Langebaan Lagoon and offers safe swimming for young and old alike.
However, the park and beaches can get very busy in summertime, so get there early to snag a picnic spot!
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If you prefer a picnic by the sea, then head to the Tsaarsbank section of the park. Here, just as at Kraalbaai, you can safely braai or picnic.
You do have to pay an entry fee for the park but otherwise, you can picnic for free.
Just remember to follow the park rules, don’t litter and remember alcohol is not permitted at any public area, including beaches, the banks and shores of the Langebaan Lagoon and of course, picnic- and braai-sites.
Entry fee: https://www.sanparks.org/parks/west-coast/rates-entry-fees
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Chapman’s Peak Drive
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Not only is Chapman’s Peak Drive, near Hout Bay, a wonderful, world-famous drive to enjoy but it also offers some incredible viewing spots, where you can stop for a delightful picnic experience.
During summertime, sunset picnics are particularly popular here but honestly, in fair weather, Chappies is beautiful the whole day. Best of all, you’ll be afforded some incredible ocean and mountain views while you picnic!
If you’re not in the mood to rustle up your own picnic spread, reach out to Hout Bay-based picnic company, Protea Picnics for some assistance.
There are plenty of bins nearby so please don’t litter!
Depending on how far along Chappies you venture, there is a toll gate fee charged per vehicle. But picnicking here is otherwise free.
Various Wine Farms
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In the Cape Winelands, we are blessed with some of the best picnics. With all kinds of options, including vegan-, vegetarian- and of course, kiddies’ picnics available, our wine farms are perfect for pre-ordered picnics.
Some of the best wine farm picnics include those from Spier, Boschendal, Vergelegen, Aluvia and more.
Most picnics charge a rate per basket for two people sharing, with separate pricing for kiddies or groups. They also normally require you to book a minimum 24 hours in advance and to collect your picnic during certain time slots.
Depending on where you go, picnic pricing, availability and options will vary. For full fees, picnic rules and picnic menu options, contact an estate of your choice.
Also, keep in mind that some estates, like Vergelegen, charge a small per person entry fee.
Enjoy a Stunning Getaway in Hout Bay
Once you’ve spent some time in the sun and enjoyed your gourmet picnic, it’s time to call it a day and relax in some incredible self-catering accommodation. And that’s where we, at DK Villas, come in!
We have three beautifully appointed self-catering apartments (namely, Riverview, Harbour View and The Boardwalk) for our guests to choose from.
Each of our stunning Hout Bay-based apartments offers secure parking, 24/7 security, wonderful amenities and some luxury appliances to make you feel right at home and then some!
For more information or to book one of our apartments, please see the relevant Accommodation link(s) on our website: https://www.dkvillas.co.za.
