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.






































