Westkap

Western Cape Peaks and Cliffs

This collection features the diverse geological formations of the Western Cape, ranging from the sandstone plateaus of Table Mountain and the Cederberg’s Wolfberg Arch to the massive granite domes of Paarl Mountain. It includes coastal landmarks like Chapman’s Peak and Lion’s Head, alongside sites like Hoy’s Koppie, which houses Middle Stone Age archaeological remains. These peaks offer distinct vantage points over the Cape Peninsula and the Boland mountains, showcasing the region's unique Cape Fold Belt topography.

Table Mountain

Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town in South Africa.

Table Mountain (Maclear's beacon)

Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town in South Africa.

Lion's Head

Lion's Head is a mountain in Cape Town, South Africa, between Table Mountain and Signal Hill.

Chapman's Peak

Chapman's Peak is a mountain on the western side of the Cape Peninsula, between Hout Bay and Noordhoek in Cape Town, South Africa.

Signal Hill

Signal Hill, or Lion's Rump, is a landmark flat-topped hill located in Cape Town, next to Lion's Head and Table Mountain.

Bretagneklip

One of the three massive granite outcrops forming Paarl Mountain. It offers panoramic views of the Berg River Valley and is accessible via a series of chains and steps within the Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve.

Wolfberg Arch

A massive natural sandstone arch located in the Cederberg Wilderness Area. Reached via a strenuous hike through the Wolfberg Cracks, this geological formation stands on a remote plateau approximately 15 meters high.

Hoy's Koppie

A limestone hill in Hermanus containing caves with archaeological evidence of Middle Stone Age habitation. The site is a provincial heritage site and provides a viewpoint over Walker Bay.