Langebaan Hiking Guide
Langebaan Hiking Trails.
Langebaan Hiking Trails - Step into Nature and enjoy the beauty that Langebaan has to offer, with 6 Langebaan Hiking Trails. With different lengths, time, difficulty level, there is a trail for every fitness level and age. Even an overnight stay is a possibility, where you can sleep in tents, under the stars. Trails are in the West Coast National Park or around Langebaan.
So, grab your walking shoes, gear, hat, water bottle and Explore, this WESKUS Nature & Beauty!
Best Hiking Trails in Langebaan and in the West Coast National Park
Langebaan Hiking Trails
Select any of the 6 Langebaan Hiking Trails, for an scenic outdoor adventure, you will LOVE!
Strandveld Trail
- Distance: 16,1 km (Moderate)
- Time : 3 hours 30 min
Postberg Flower Hike
- Distance : 15,6 km (Moderate)
- Time: 4 hours
Shark Bay Shuffle
- Distance : 8,4 km (Moderate)
- Time : 2 hours
Postberg Hiking Trail -2 days
- Distance : 19, 2 km (HARD)
- Time : 5 hours
Steenbok Flower Trail
- Distance : 15,4 km (Moderate)
- Time : 4 hours
Bakoor Hiking Trail
- Distance : 6,9 km (Moderate)
- Time : 2 hours
Langebaan Hiking Trails - " Sandveld Trail "
- Distance : 16,1 km (Moderate)
- Flat walk, with soft sand at the beach
- Time :3 hours 30 minutes
- Route: Start at Geelbek, for a circular route to Sixteen Mile Beach and back.
- See: Wildlife, Abrahamskraal Bird Hide, Views and beach
Langebaan Hiking Trails - " Postberg Flower Trail "
- Distance ; 15,6 km with 370m elevation gain
- Time : 4 hours
- Route: Park & start at Tsaarsbank Gate, for a circular route around Postberg and back.
- Only in August & September ( Flower Season)
- Only 20 hikers per day- book early (bookings open in June annually)
- Booking essential at 022 – 707 9902/3
- See: Beach, Views, Wildflowers, Wildlife
Langebaan Hiking Trails - " Shark Bay Shuffle "
- Distance : 8.4 km with 140 m elevation gain
- Time: 2 hours
- Urban trail – Not in the National Park
- Best time : December – April
- Route: Park at Shark Bay Beach, walk on road, past Beach Shack, Shark Bay Hotel and onto gravel road till Yacht Club. Walk along Sunbird Drive through Myburgh Park neighbourhood till viewpoint and return via Park Drive.
- See: lagoon views & wildflowers
Langebaan Hiking Trails - " Postberg Hiking Trail "
- Distance : 19,2 km with 441 m elevation gain (HARD), but the best!
- Time : 5 hours
- 2 day route with overnight camping at Plankiesbaai
- Only in Flower season – only 12 hikers per day
- Route: Start at Tsaarsbank Gate, walk along the whole Postberg Area. Cross over from open sea to lagoon and complete the circular route.
- See: Wildflowers on foot, Mountain, sea, lagoon, breathtaking views and wildlife.
Langebaan Hiking Trails - " Steenbok Flower Trail "
- Distance : 15,4 km (Moderate)- long walk
- Time : 4 hours
- Reservation required – only in August & Sept
- Route: Start at Tsaarsbank Gate, along the Atlantic ocean and then over vast open spaces to complete circular route
- See: Wildflower beauty by foot, Wildlife, Atlantic ocean , beaches and lots of open space.
Langebaan Hiking Trails - " Bakoor Hiking Trail "
- Distance : 6,9 km
- Time : 2 hours
- Route: Starts at Langebaan Gate. Walk 2,4 km to Seeberg view point to see breathtaking views at historical cottage, down to lagoon for 2 km to the Seeberg Bird Hide and then back for 2,1 km for circular trail.
- See: Breathtaking views of lagoon, historical cottage on the hill and bird watching at Seeberg Bird Hide.
langebaan Hiking Trails
FAQs
More information on the Langebaan Hiking Trails, that you want to know
What can I expect at overnight facilities at Plankiesbaai?
- Bring own tent and camping equipment
- Ablution facilities only includes toilet, basin and drinking water
- No showers, hot water or cooking utensils
- Braai facilities and wood available
- No vehicles allowed
What are the GeneralTrial Regulations in the West Coast National Park?
Specific Rules and Conservation Guidelines to follow:
- No pets allowed
- No picking of flowers or removal of any material, plant or animal allowed
- Speed limit 50 km/h
- No fires on the beach
- Stick to only demarcated paths
- Posberg section closes at 17.00, so complete trial before the time
- All trail bookings must be made in advance
- All vehicles must be parked at Tsaarsbank Gate – no vehicles at overnight facilities or allowed to drop off people or equipment
What do I do in case of any injury or emergency?
In case of any injury or an emergency, contact Park at 022 – 7222144
Map of the West Coast National Park
Important Contact Details
- West Coast National Park : 022 – 722 2144
- Geelbek Information Centre (Bookings) : 022 – 707 9902/3
- Email : charmain.simerie@sanparks.org
- Website: https://www.sanparks.org/parks/west-coast/
West Coast Park Accommodation Options
Select Accommodation on your Langebaan Hiking Trails, from isolated retreats, beach cottages, luxury self -catering in Churchhaven, boat houses or camping. The choice is yours.
