CapeNature recently announced that their popular Whale Trail in the Cape Overberg has been upgraded for the upcoming whale season.
The 55km hiking trail, which stretches along the coastline of De Hoop Nature Reserve, was given a much-needed facelift in time for the start of peak whale watching season which usually begins in June each year.
These upgrades were done as part of a short to medium-term strategy created in response to visitor concerns about poor maintenance along the trail.
What’s been done along the Whale Trail?
According to CapeNature, the trail was closed for 10 days to allow for the upgrades, which consisted of the repainting of overnight huts, bathroom upgrades as well as structural reinforcements of various visitor facilities.
“These comprehensive upgrades have helped futureproof the Whale Trail’s infrastructure and elevate the overall visitor experience,” CapeNature said in a statement.
The conservation authority also revealed that a more extensive upgrade is planned for May 2026, when the trail will be closed for two whole months.
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