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Cape Cross Seal Reserve

Home to one of the largest Cape fur seal colonies in the world.

Best Time:November to January or year-round
Recommended Stay:Half day to 1 day
Vehicle:2WD sufficient

Overview

About This Park

Cape Cross Seal Reserve protects one of the largest breeding colonies of Cape fur seals on the African coast. Up to 200,000 seals gather here.

Heritage

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The original padrao erected by Diego Cao in 1486 marks one of the earliest European contacts with southern Africa.

Highlights

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  • One of the world's largest Cape fur seal colonies
  • Historic site of Diego Cao's 1486 padrao
  • Raw Atlantic coastline
  • Important breeding ground

Our Perspective

The Grow Namibia View

Cape Cross is a place where nature operates at a scale that humbles.

Practical

Visitor Information

Gate Hours

10:00 – 17:00

Road Conditions

Well-maintained salt road

Facilities

Viewing platforms, information boards, parking

Accessibility

Easy

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Fee Schedule Update

Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism

In accordance with the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), revised park entrance and conservation fees will come into effect from 1 April 2026.

The updated fees follow the public consultation process concluded by MEFT and are in line with the official Ministerial Guidelines. All permits issued through our platform will automatically reflect the new rates from the effective date.

What this means for you

  • •Orders placed before 1 April 2026 will be charged at current rates
  • •Orders placed from 1 April 2026 will reflect the new MEFT fee schedule
  • •No action is required on your part — rates update automatically