Tour the West Coast Fossil Park.

A West Coast Fossil Park tour near Langebaanweg (about 150 km north of Cape Town) offers a fascinating journey through prehistoric time. The guided experience includes:

  • Live dig‑site access, where you walk among fossils—like short‑necked giraffes, sabre‑toothed cats, and ancient bears—embedded in the original Pliocene sediment.
  • A visit to an eco‑friendly Visitor Centre featuring museum exhibits, a recreated Pliocene garden, amphitheatre, and interactive displays interpreting a subtropical landscape from ~5 million years ago.
  • Optional walking or cycling trails through rehabilitated land, plus a café and restaurant on site .

Quick facts:

  • Open Tue–Sun, tours at roughly 10:00–14:00 on weekdays and weekends.
  • No entrance fee, but tour tickets are ~R100 for adults (concessions available) .

Perfect for families, science enthusiasts, or anyone curious about South Africa’s rich palaeontological heritage.