Table Bay Nature Reserve

Table Bay Nature Reserve is a protected area near Cape Town combining seven separate reserves into one unified space, featuring wetlands, coastal dunes, and marsh habitats. The landscape spreads across flat terrain with open vistas, creating different environments where water, sand, and vegetation support different types of plants and animals.

The reserve was created in 2012 by merging several existing protected areas to strengthen conservation efforts in Cape Town's urban landscape. This consolidation of separate reserves allowed for better protection of the region's fragile wetland ecosystems and their vulnerable species.

The reserve maintains educational programs that connect visitors with indigenous wildlife while promoting environmental conservation through community engagement.

Visitors can explore the reserve on marked trails and boardwalks that guide you through different habitats without disturbing wildlife. Bring binoculars and sun protection, as the open landscape offers little shade in many areas.

The wetlands here work as a critical buffer between Cape Town's center and the Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve, protecting endangered lowland habitats that would otherwise disappear. This strategic position makes it essential for preserving ecosystems threatened by urban growth.

Location: Western Cape

GPS coordinates: -33.84580,18.50040

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:44