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Migrant wetland birds, seasonal whales, hiking and biking

West Coast South Africa public reserve

West Coast National Park

West Coast national park is located around Langebaan Lagoon notable for its large summer population of migrant wetland bird species between September and March when they return north.

Among larger species white pelican and flamingo are found in deeper waters with black korhaan and black harriers among the land birds. Islands at the entrance to the lagoon are breeding locations for gannet and African penguin.

The Postberg section of the park is the Cape Town's closest location for the colourful springtime display of wildflowers that spreads up the coast. Postberg is open only in season peaking during August and September.

Coastline views include the 1978 shipwreck of Pantalis a Lemos and Tsaarsbank where southern right whale may be seen from August to November. There are a number of bird hides around the lagoon. Eland and red haartbeest are commonly seen around the reserve.