Tsitsikamma National Park
South Africa · Eastern Cape · 40 m
Description
Tsitsikamma National Park is a spectacular coastal wilderness along the Garden Route and part of the vast Garden Route National Park. The region is known for its dense indigenous forests, deep gorges, rugged cliffs, and the thundering waves of the Indian Ocean, as well as the famous suspension bridges at the mouth of the Storms River. Tsitsikamma combines breathtaking natural scenery with scenic hiking and coastal trails and a variety of outdoor activities. As one of South Africa’s most fascinating natural areas, the park is considered a highlight of any journey along the Garden Route.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – February
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Highlights
- Storms River Mouth & Suspension Bridges
- Otter Trail (5 days, reservation)
- Storms River Kayak & Lilo Adventure
- Waterfall Trail
- Tsitsikamma Indigenous Forest
- Big Tree & Ratel Trail
- Bloukrans Bridge Bungy Jump
- Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour
- Mouth Trail
- Storms River Mouth Cave
- Tsitsikamma Marine Protected Area
- Dolphin & Whale Watching
- Dolphin Trail (2 days, reservation)
- Storms River Mouth Coastal Views
- Nature's Valley & Groot River Lagoon
- Groot River Trail
- Plaatbos Forest Trails
- Goesa Nature Walk
- Tsitsikamma Coastal Fynbos
- Storms River Village
- Storms River Pass
- Plettenberg Bay(Day trip)