Cape Point Shipwreck Hike & Wild Swim
Cape of storms, shipwrecks and tidal pools.
A guided coastal hike through the Cape Point reserve, following rugged shoreline paths to one of the Cape’s historic shipwreck sites.
This experience combines walking, storytelling, and optional wild swimming in remote, ocean-carved pools along the route—offering a more adventurous way to encounter this dramatic coastline.
Along the way, we explore the maritime history of the Cape, the ecology of the reserve, and the shifting relationship between land, sea, and people in this exposed and elemental landscape.
Duration: 5hrs)
Group Size: 4-12 people
What to expect
- Transport to and from your accommodation.
- Guided coastal hike to a historic shipwreck site.
- Optional wild swim (conditions dependent).
- Insights into maritime history, fynbos ecology, and coastal landscapes.
- Light refreshments or picnic.
- Led by qualified, experienced guides
Price (per person)
- 4–5 guests: R3,400* pp
- 6–8 guests: R3,000* pp
- 9–12 guests: R2,600* pp
* Excludes entry permits to Cape Point Nature Reserve
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