Stony Point Nature Reserve

Stony Point Nature Reserve in Betty’s Bay is home to the world’s third-largest breeding colony of African penguins. The reserve offers the public the chance to observe the penguins up-close, via an unobtrusive boardwalk, as they go about their daily activities in their natural habitat.

About

CapeNature is the custodian of the Western Cape’s natural environment which includes Stony Point Nature Reserve.

Activities

Enjoy the following activities at Stony Point Nature Reserve:

Birdwatching
Whale Watching

Tariffs

CapeNature charges access and activity fees to all visitors not in possession of a valid Wild Card.

Please Note:

Pensioners' discount of 30% applies on all accommodation options, outside of peak times, from Sundays to Thursdays
Off-peak rates apply to all days except Western Cape school holidays and public holidays, as well as on the day before and after holidays

Peak rates are charged during Western Cape school holidays and public holidays, as well as on the day before and after holidays
Wild Cards are not accepted at Stony Point

Wild Card

CapeNature’s Wild Card is the most affordable way to explore! Wild Card membership gives you one year’s unlimited access to the Wild partner parks, reserves and resorts, depending on the type of cluster you choose. Membership is available for an individual, couple or family, while foreign visitors can get International Wild Card membership.

Your Wild Card also includes:

Wild Magazine (sent to you every quarter)
Wild e-Newsletter (sent to your inbox every month)

Exclusive Offers and Competitions
Trip Ideas (available on the website to help you plan your visits)

Gift Idea: A CapeNature Wild Card is a gift that will create memories and boundless joy for family, friends and colleagues who are outdoor enthusiasts.

For more information and to buy your Wild Card online, contact CapeNature directly.

Permits

CapeNature is responsible for the administration and issuing of various permits for outdoor activities that include:

Hiking
Filming Permits
Events Permits
Recreational Fishing
Hunting

Scientific Research
Protected and Endangered Plants
Wild Animals in Captivity
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species

Contact CapeNature for more information and guidance on how to apply for your chosen permit.

Accommodation

CapeNature reserves each offer a range of accommodation options for those visitors wanting to spend more than a day enjoying the great outdoors.

CapeNature Accommodation

Overnight Hiking
Eco-Venues
Self-Catering

Camping
Groups

Browse the selection at the CapeNature bookings link, here.

CapeNature Visitor App

Experience nature in the Western Cape with CapeNature’s convenient mobile Visitor App!

CapeNature Visitor App

Free with no hidden costs for additional functionality
Simple and easy to use
Access to everything you need when visiting reserves
Automated check-in to complete visitor information for COVID-19 and indemnity screening
Access to reserve maps to discover hidden pathways
Access to iNaturalist to share and discuss your outdoor findings
Notifications on the latest reserve alerts
Chance to win prizes in competitions
Easy to share with family and friends when making group bookings
Convenient for planning your next CapeNature trip

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Enjoy…

Reviews

“The boardwalk is beautiful and well maintained and provides a safe barrier to help people keep their distance from the penguins and allow the penguins the freedom to come and go without having to walk by their fans on the beach. I was so impressed with the space and respect for the animals!” Emily

“We had such a nice experience! So many penguins and rock hyraxes (Dassie)” Helena

‘n klein stukkie hemel op aarde! Dis nie net heerlik om die pikkewyne te sit en dophou nie, maar die uitsig en natuurskoon is ongelooflik. Links van die pikkewynkolonie le die lieflikste wandelpad. Pak jou rugsak met gemaklike skoene, en ontspan te heerlik langs ons kuslyn.” Ronell

“Awesome spot for seeing African penguins! Not crowded and easy parking. Betty’s Bay is a cute town to hang for a night or two. Also, check out the botanical garden there as well!” Emery

“ A lovely place to see African penguins in their natural habitat. The wonderful Cape Nature staff work hard to protect the colony and educate the public.” Jace

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