Wildflower season officially kicks off at West Coast National Park
From 1 August to 30 September 2025, the Postberg section of the park will be open to the public, offering a rare opportunity to experience one of South Africa's most spectacular natural events.
According to the parks body, the wildflowers traditionally peak between mid-August and mid-September and visitors to West Coast National Park are encouraged to plan their trips for sunny days and weekdays to avoid heavy traffic at the gates and to see the blooms at their best.
Here's what you need to know when visiting West Coast National Park this year:
Gate times Postberg Section: 9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
9:00 to 17:00 (last entry 16:30) General Park Area (August): 7:00 to 18:00 (last entry 17:30)
7:00 to 18:00 (last entry 17:30) General Park Area (September): 7:00 to 19:00 (last entry 18:30)
Conservation fees (August & September) SA Adult (with SA ID): R116
R116 SA Child: R58
R58 SADC Adult (with passport): R179
R179 SADC Child: R89
R89 Standard/International Adult: R272
R272 Standard/International Child: R136
SANParks revealed that the Geelbek Restaurant is also currently undergoing maintenance, and to ensure that visitors still have access to food and refreshments during wildflower season, food trucks will be stationed at the Geelbek precinct, Tsaarsbank, and Preekstoel areas of the park.
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