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Things to see in Saldanha, South Africa (South Africa): 6 places and when to go
Saldanha, South Africa is a town in South Africa with around 68,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 6 places in and around it, mainly Nature (2), Architecture (2), Wildlife (1). The best known are West Coast National Park, Saldanha Bay and Cape Columbine Lighthouse. The best time to come is July to April; also possible: May to June. In December there are 14 h 10 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 50. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- South Africa · -33.01, 17.93
- Population
- About 68,000
- Places
- 6 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (2) · Architecture (2) · Wildlife (1) · Food and drink (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- July to April.
- Also possible
- May to June.
- Nearest airport
- CPT Cape Town, 124 km as the crow flies
What to see in Saldanha, South Africa
The places in and around Saldanha, South Africa, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- West Coast National ParkConservation area north of Cape Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa29 km
- Saldanha BayNatural harbour on the south-western coast of South Africa7.9 km
- Cape Columbine LighthouseLighthouse in South Africa21 km
- North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha BayLighthouse in South Africa4.9 km
- Black Eagle Brewing Co.Brewery13 km
- West Coast Fossil Park ExhibitionMuseum18 km
When to go to Saldanha, South Africa
The best time to visit Saldanha, South Africa is July to April; also possible: May to June. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time13:57
- FebBest time13:11
- MarBest time12:15
- AprBest time11:11
- MayPossible10:18
- JunPossible9:50
- JulBest time10:01
- AugBest time10:47
- SepBest time11:48
- OctBest time12:50
- NovBest time13:44
- DecBest time14:10
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 10 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 50. In January, 6 of the 6 places are at their best.
When to go to South Africa in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Saldanha, South Africa
The nearest main airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT, Cape Town), 124 km as the crow flies. How to get around South Africa (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Cape Town106 places111 km
- Durbanville10 places114 km
- Paarl34 places123 km
- Fish Hoek22 places134 km
- Annandale Road71 places139 km
- Lambrechts Road29 places151 km
And all of South Africa, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Saldanha, South Africa?
The best known: West Coast National Park, Saldanha Bay, Cape Columbine Lighthouse, North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay. In all, 6 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Saldanha, South Africa?
July to April; also possible: May to June. In December there are 14 h 10 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 50.
How do you get to Saldanha, South Africa?
The nearest main airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 124 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Saldanha, South Africa as the destination and these 6 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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