🌿9 Spots Left! Cape Point Platboom Beach to Gifkommetjie Beach, Epics Views & a Optional Swim spot

Name: 🌿9 Spots Left! Cape Point Platboom Beach to Gifkommetjie Beach, Epics Views & a Optional Swim spot
Start: 2026-04-12T08:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-12T16:00:00+02:00
Location: Cape Point Nature Reserve

Schedule

Sun Apr 12 2026 at 08:30 am to 04:00 pm

UTC+02:00

Location

Cape Point Nature Reserve | Cape Town, WC

Please Can you share, this Unique Nature Experience - [Latest Update 21 Going – 9 Spots of left - Booking Essential] – Soulful Cape Point Coast Trail - Platboom Beach to Gifkommetjie Beach, Optional Swim Spot on route.

✨📸 TO VIEW PICTURES OF THE AWESOME EVENT COMING 🎉🌿 👉 https://tinyurl.com/26r3bts7 👈

We’ll set off from the Platboom Beach parking area, following the coastline along stunning wild beach vistas until we reach Gifkommetjie. Here, we’ll enjoy a optional refreshing swim during our lunch break. Lunch will be just beyond the remains of the Phyllisia, a steam trawler wrecked in 1968. A possible highlight of this walk is the abundance of game often seen grazing along the plains. In the past, we’ve encountered large herds of eland, bontebok, and ostriches. After lunch, we’ll head back along the ridge, passing striking rock features such as Balancing Rock and Aspalathus. From there, we’ll descend just before Groot Blaauberg and return to the coast, making our way back to the starting point.

This trail includes swim spots along the way, so don’t forget to bring your costume and towel!

📅Sunday – 12th of April 2026 @ 8.30am - [12.16km] - Finishing time of walk @ approx. 4pm. IF KEEN TO JOIN, YOU CAN
MESSAGE ME ON [email protected], or you can call me or WhatsApp me on - 072 327 2840 --- Wherever possible, I aim to offer you hiking trails that you might not have previously discovered, all while ensuring the safety of a group experience.

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👣Trail Distance - [12.16km] -- The map above also gives you an idea of the route gradient for the trail. ==> TRAIL MAP ROUTE – https://www.mapometer.com/walking/route_4466237.html

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🚗LIFT SHARING TO MEETING POINT OF TRAIL ON OFFER, WITH A WHATSAPP GROUP, BEFORE EVENT
“Meeting Point is located about 80min from Central Cape Town CBD”
Wherever possible, there will be lift transport sharing options, to save on petrol costs in getting to the start of the hiking trail.

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✨ORGANISED GROUP HIKE COST AS LISTED BELOW
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COST: R180.00 or R70.00 if have Green or Wild card - for the group organised walk, payable on the day
Cape Point entrance fees vary by residency, with current rates (Nov 2025-Oct 2026) around R110 for South African Adults, R225 for SADC Nationals, and R515 for International Visitors, while children have reduced rates; these are SANParks conservation fees and include entry to the Table Mountain National Park. Fees are paid at the gate, and remember to bring ID for local discounts

@ Please note that unfortunately, no dogs are allowed on any of the walks that are on offer

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💪FITNESS REQUIRED & TYPE OF TRAIL🌿
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On offer is a suitable intermediate–beginner walk, with some rocky downhill sections along the way. If you can walk halfway up Lion’s Head, you’ll be able to manage this route. The pace will be gentle and unhurried. If you’re new to the group and have any doubts about your fitness — whether due to the terrain or the duration — please feel free to call me for guidance. With extra time allocated, there will be plenty of opportunities for photos and to soak in the beauty of this special part of our country 😊.

If you have any questions about the walk, you’re welcome to 📞 Call or WhatsApp: 072 327 2840. This trail offers a unique chance to explore the landscape, connect with like‑minded souls, and experience the restorative power of nature.

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⚕️If you have any injuries or physical conditions that could affect your experience on the trail, please let me know in advance. I’ll be happy to advise whether this hike is suitable for you or not.
PLEASE NOTE: Start time is 8.30am AM for this walk.

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✨ DETAILED FULL WALK DESCRIPTION ON OFFER FOR THIS HIKE 🌿
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For this walk, we’ll follow the Cape Point Coast Trail from Platboom Beach to Gifkommetjie, with an optional swim if the weather allows. We’ll meet at the Platboom parking area and set off along the trail, passing the beautiful beaches of Gifkommetjie (meaning “poisonous little bay”).

A highlight of this section is the remarkable coastal dune vegetation, marshlands, pans, and rocky beaches fringed with kelp beds. The area is rich with rock pools to explore and is also known as grazing plains, where wildlife sightings are common. Mammals that may be encountered include antelope such as klipspringer, steenbok, and eland, as well as Cape Mountain zebra and the peninsula’s endemic Chacma baboons.

The wildness and long expanses of beach are truly unforgettable. From Gifkommetjie, we’ll continue to Hoek van Bobbejaan and then to the beach just beyond the wreck of the Phyllisia, a Cape Town trawler that ran aground in 1968. Along this stretch, you may notice maritime oddities, including raw blocks of rubber—cargo remnants from a vessel torpedoed during World War II.

On May 3, 1968, the 452-ton trawler Phyllisia was wrecked just north of the Thomas T. Tucker, south of Olifantsbos Point. Measuring 145 feet in length, she struck the shore just before midnight. Eleven crew members reached land in lifeboats, while the remaining fourteen were rescued by helicopter. Despite efforts to save her, the trawler eventually broke apart in heavy seas.

After lunch, we’ll head back along the ridge, passing striking rock features such as Balancing Rock and Aspalathus Nek. The trail will head on to Groot Blaauberg and descend back down onto the coast and return to the coast, making our way back to the starting point.

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🌟 TRAIL HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE TRAIL
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🌊 Natural Highlights

· 🏖️ Platboom Beach – Wild, windswept sands with dramatic surf and seabirds.
· 🌿 Gifkommetjie Bay – Secluded cove with tidal pools; name means “poisonous little bay.”
· 🌱 Coastal dune vegetation – Hardy plants adapted to salt spray and shifting sands.
· 🦆 Marshlands & pans – Seasonal wetlands attracting diverse birdlife.
· 🪸 Rock pools & kelp beds – Rich marine ecosystems perfect for exploration.
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🦌 Wildlife Encounters

· 🦌 Antelope sightings – Klipspringer, steenbok, and eland grazing the plains.
· 🦓 Cape Mountain zebra – Rare and striking, unique to the region.
· 🐒 Chacma baboons – Endemic to the Cape Peninsula, often foraging along the coast.
· 🐦 Seabirds – Cormorants, gulls, and occasional raptors overhead.
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⚓ Maritime & Historical Highlights

· 🚢 Shipwreck of the Phyllisia – Cape Town trawler wrecked in 1968, remnants still visible.
· 📦 WWII cargo remnants – Raw blocks of rubber washed ashore from a torpedoed vessel.
· ⚓ Nearby wreck of the Thomas T. Tucker – Adds to the shipwreck heritage of the area.
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🪨 Geological & Scenic Features

· 🌊 Hoek van Bobbejaan – Dramatic coastal headland with sweeping views.
· 🪨 Balancing Rock – Iconic natural rock formation along the ridge.
· 🌸 Aspalathus Nek – Rocky saddle named after local fynbos species.
· 🏔️ Groot Blaauberg – Elevated viewpoints with panoramic coastal vistas.
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🥾 Trail Experience

· 🏖️ Expansive beaches – Long, wild stretches embodying Cape Point’s spirit.
· 🌄 Ridge return route – Contrasting inland section with rocky features and views.
· 🏊 Optional swim – Weather permitting, a refreshing dip at Gifkommetjie or nearby pools.
· 📏 Trail length & gradient – 12.16 km, varied terrain from sandy beaches to rocky ridges.

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ABOUT THIS SOULFUL TRAIL EXPERIENCE
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What’s on offer is a soulful nature experience shared with like-minded people, with plenty of extra time allocated for breaks to appreciate the beauty of our surroundings. This includes a morning tea break en route, a relaxed lunch stop, and quiet time in nature for reflection on the return leg—weather and timing permitting

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Please do read the instructions in full as it contains all the relevant instructions for the hike, for example, meeting time, what to bring, fitness, and starting point.

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DIRECTIONS FROM CAPE TOWN
Driving Directions from Cape Town City Centre
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⚠️ VERY IMPORTANT: Regardless of the walk, please bring at least 2 litres of water—and 3 litres if the day is hot or humid. This is non-negotiable for joining any of our walks. We hike to connect with nature, each other, and ourselves—but we also prioritise safety and preparedness. By bringing enough water, you help ensure a smooth, enjoyable experience for yourself and the group.

Before You Leave – Travel Reminder - Please make sure your directions are clearly sorted before setting out for the walk. Some of our meeting points are in remote or mountainous areas where cell phone reception can be limited or unreliable, especially if you're relying on mobile data or GPS apps.

A little preparation goes a long way—it helps us all arrive on time, feeling relaxed and ready to connect with nature. If you're unsure about the route or need help with directions, feel free to reach out before the day of the hike—I'm happy to assist.
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🚗 Getting to Cape Point
You can reach Cape Point via two main routes:
• M4: Through Simon’s Town and Miller’s Point.
• M64/M65: Via Ou Kaapse Weg, Sun Valley, Kommetjie, and Scarborough.
At the entrance to the Cape of Good Hope section of the TMNP, pay the entrance fee (or use your Green Card/Wild Card). Once inside, drive towards the lighthouse.
Pass Buffelsfontein (7.5 km from the gate), then take the next right turn where you’ll see the sign for Platboom. Follow this road down to the Atlantic coast. Continue for 2.2 km until you reach the Platboom parking area, and park at the far end facing the ocean.
⚠️ Important: Many people underestimate the travel time and arrive late. Please ensure you allow extra time. Delays can occur at the main gate (queues) or if you’re stuck behind cyclists. Below, I’ve listed minimum estimated travel times from various areas—be sure to add a buffer

📍IF IN DOUBT, USE THE GOOGLE MAPS LINK BELOW TO REACH THE LOCATION

Please give yourself extra time, as people often underestimate the travelling time in getting there. It’s about 80min travelling time from the City Central Cape Town Or to check where you are coming from see link - https://tinyurl.com/y7s9q7pr --- add extra time to get through the entrance gate