4 Day West Coast Trip From Cape Town Airport

This 4-day coastal road trip starts from Cape Town International Airport and takes you through different towns along South Africa’s wild West Coast.

The 4-Day “Weskus” Itinerary

[Cape Town Airport] ➔ (Day 1) Yzerfontein ➔ (Day 2) Langebaan ➔ (Day 3) Paternoster ➔ (Day 4) Dwarskersbos ➔ [Cape Town Airport]

• • Day 1: Yzerfontein (The Tranquil Start)
    

     

    • • The Drive: Head north from the airport along the R27 road.
    • • What to do: Stop at the !Khwa ttu San Heritage Centre to learn about ancient culture, or enjoy a craft beer at Darling Brew in the nearby historic town of Darling. Walk along the famous 16 Mile Beach in Yzerfontein.
    • • Where to search on Want2Stay: Search for beach houses and cozy flats under Yzerfontein Accommodation.

• • Day 2: Langebaan (The Lagoon Adventure)
    

     

    • • The Drive: A short drive further north into the West Coast National Park.
    • • What to do: Drive through the national park to spot ostriches and zebras. If you travel between August and September, the landscape is covered in wild spring flowers. Spend your afternoon kayaking or relaxing by the bright blue Langebaan Lagoon.
    • • Where to search on Want2Stay: Look for lagoon-side wooden chalets or multi-level seaside holiday homes in Langebaan.

• • Day 3: Paternoster (The Foodie & Culture Hub)
    

     

    • • The Drive: Head northwest towards the tip of the peninsula.
    • • What to do: Explore this historic fishing village known for its white-washed seaside cottages and fresh crayfish. Visit the Cape Columbine Lighthouse or take a beach horse-riding trail.
    • • Where to search on Want2Stay: Look for traditional self-catering fisherman cottages or boutique lofts in Paternoster.

• • Day 4: Dwarskersbos & Velddrif (The River & Heritage Route)
    

     

    • • The Drive: Drive around the bay through Velddrif to Dwarskersbos.
    • • What to do: Stroll down the historic Bokkomlaan dirt road in Velddrif along the Berg River to see traditional fish-drying sheds. End your trip relaxing on the quiet, untouched beaches of Dwarskersbos before driving back to the airport.
    • • Where to search on Want2Stay: Look for popular seaside stays like the Branderstil West Coast Vacation Rental located right in the Dwarskersbos Skilliepark complex.

Distance and Route Overview

To make navigating easy, here is how your daily drives will look:

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Quick Tips for Booking on Want2Stay

1. 1. Use the search bar on the official Want2Stay Portal to look up each town individually.

1. 1. Because West Coast properties are mostly self-catering homes, remember to stock up on braai (barbecue) wood and groceries at the shopping centers in Langebaan or Vredenburg before heading to the smaller towns.

Booking your self-catering accommodation through Want2Stay is highly cost-effective because guests pay zero additional service fees and no VAT, meaning the price you see is exactly what you pay. Furthermore, you submit a booking request and only pay via invoice once the local property host manually confirms your dates.

Enjoy the times!