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Set within the neighborhood of the Cape Floral Kingdom in South Africa’s Gorgeous Garden Route, with the majestic Langeberg Mountains as a captivating backdrop, Bontebok National Park is a place of primitive splendor and passive charm.
As part of a world heritage site, Bontebok National Park always offers something in bloom, for this Park is known for it’s treasure trove of color. In 1931, the Park was announced to protect the remaining 30 Bontebok left in the wild and is extremely proud to boast its achievements in conservation, from the endangered fynbos veld type, coastal Renosterveld to the namesake bontebok!
Once these colorful antelope numbered a meagre 17, and through successful management we are pleased to announce that the current world population amounts to approximately 3000. Bontebok National Park proffers a great deal more for nature enthusiasts, from a variety of indigenous animal life to over 200 incredible bird species.
The Western Border of the Park includes the Breede River providing spectacular scenery, abundant bird life for the bird watchers, fishing and a revitalizing swimming spot. Whilst on an enchanting hiking trail or winding bike trip, visitors also can get a profound experience of Bontebok National Park’s infinite sights and sounds.
Connect to the ancient inhabitants of the past and discover how the Khoisan survived and altered through local history. Come and take pleasure in all we have to proffer, from adventure or a lazy day barbecue to a tranquil stay in a Park of natural and enlightening serenity. The rest camp in the Park is named after the 'Hessekwa' khoi-khoi chieftain called 'Lang Elsie'.
Bontebok National Park 'Lang Elsie' Rest Camp is a wonderful location to use as a home base to visit the hot springs in Montagu , the wine routes and historic buildings of Swellendam, Robertson, Montagu, Ashton and Bonnievale.
Accommodation at Bontebok National Park 'Lang Elsie' Rest Camp consists of Chalavans and Campsites and is serviced daily and provided with bedding, towels and soap.
Chalavans - Six-berth combination electrified caravan/chalets each with wooden anteroom
1 double bed & 4 single beds
basic kitchen and communal ablution facilities.
Caravan and tent campsites are located close to the Breede River.
There is no power at the individual sites, however there is electricity in the ablution blocks.
Five animals and things to look out for near Bontebok National Park 'Lang Elsie' Rest Camp
• Bontebok
• Cape Mountain Zebra
• Stanley’s Bustard
• Breede River
• Lang Elsie’s Kraal
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