Cederberg Mountains * Northern Cederberg * Paternoster, West Coast
The Cederberg & West Coast Explorer is the perfect journey for nature-lovers seeking authentic beauty far from the tourist trail. Discover the rugged drama of the Cederberg Mountains, the ancient stories told in the Bushmen rock art, and the warm, down-to-earth hospitality and cuisine of the West Coast.
This 4-night itinerary can be enjoyed either as a self-drive adventure (base price shown below) or as a privately guided tour with your own expert guide. It’s easily combined with Cape Town, or extended to include the Whale Coast, the Cape Winelands, or even the wildlife of Sanbona Game Reserve.
Cederberg & West Coast Explorer (4 nights) at a Glance:
- 1 night Cederberg High Mountains, Mount Ceder Lodge or Kromriver, Casual Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
- 2 nights Northern Cederberg, Cederberg Ridge Wilderness Lodge, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
- 1 night Paternoster, West Coast, Paternoster Dunes Guest House, Bed & Breakfast
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive through the northern Winelands to Tulbagh for lunch and wine tasting, before ascending via Ceres into the majestic Cederberg Mountains. Spend your first night surrounded by soaring sandstone cliffs — perfect for gentle walks, refreshing dips in rock pools, and discovering the ancient rock art of the Stadsaal caves.
After some wine-tasting at the highest wine estate in South Africa, the award-winning Cederberg Cellars, you continue to Clanwilliam for two nights at Cederberg Ridge Wilderness Lodge. Here panoramic mountain views and fine dining await. Optional tours include a visit to a Rooibos farm, walks in the mountains or the Sevilla rock art trail. Then journey westward, visiting Bird Island at Lamberts Bay, before taking the coastal road to the charming fishing village of Paternoster. Here, enjoy long beach walks, explore the Columbine Nature Reserve, and savour traditional seafood lunches right on the sand.
Your final day takes you through the West Coast National Park, with its wild coastal fynbos and turquoise Langebaan Lagoon, before returning to Cape Town in the late afternoon.
Tailor-Make this Trip
The self drive tour includes accommodation and meals as indicated, plus car rental (Group R SUV with GPS). You may extend your stay with an extra night in the Cederberg or along the West Coast for a more leisurely pace. We can also include your preferred Cape Town or Winelands hotel for a seamless journey. Also check out our Spring Wild Flower tour if visiting in Spring.
For those preferring a privately guided experience, we offer this tour with a private guide and vehiclel, park fees, and and selected lunches and entrances – see our proposal. Our indicative price below assumes four or more travellers, though we can quote privately for couples on request (in region of 20% more per person.)
Good to Know
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Operates year-round; August–October offers spectacular wildflowers
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Ideal for couples, families, or small groups seeking scenic exploration
- Flexible start and end in Cape Town or the Winelands if you prefer.
