Here is some info about De Hoop courtesy of this breede river accommodation site:
De Hoop Nature Reserve is 42 km away and is open from sunrise to sunset. Covered in limestone fynbos, the De Hoop coast is a marine reserve which extends 3 kilometres out to sea. Along the coast you will see the finest examples of intertidal ecosystems in the Cape. Snorkelling in large clear pools is one of the best ways to appreciate this inter tidal world.
The area encompasses the breeding grounds of the Southern Right Whale. It is estimated that 120 individual whales return to the waters of De Hoop every year to calve and mate. The high dunes are an excellent vantage point. Whale season extends from June to November.
De Hoop has several mountain bike trails, and there is also the 5 day whale trail.
There are several walking trails which offer glimpses of rare plants and birds. The walks range from 6km to 15 km and can be up the mountains of the Potberg or on a coastal trail along the sea shore.
The Cape Vulture Colony in De Hoop is the only remaining breeding colony in the winter rainfall region. There are 24 breeding pairs which are fed by park rangers most days. Call for times.
On the drive through the Reserve you are likely to see Bontebok, Cape Mountain Zebra, Baboons, Ostriches, Eland, Grey Rhebuck, Duiker and Steenbok.
Covered in limestone fynbos, the De Hoop coast is a marine reserve which extends 3 miles out to sea. Along the coast you will see the finest examples of intertidal ecosystems in the Cape. Snorkelling in large clear pools is one of the best ways to appreciate this inter tidal world.
The area encompasses the breeding grounds of the Southern Right Whale. It is estimated that 120 individual whales return to the waters of De Hoop every year to calve and mate. The high dunes are an excellent vantage point. Whale season extends from June to November.
Source: Witsand accommodation