Self Catering Accommodation Near Crystal Pools
*All distances listed are as the crow flies, and not actual travel distances.
Crystal Pools Reviews
More info about Crystal Pools
About an hour’s drive from Cape Town, Crystal Pools is a magical place located close to a river mouth along the Western Cape coast and lying within the pristine Kogelberg Nature Reserve. A permit is required to visit (only 50 people per day are admitted into the reserve) and advanced booking is necessary.
Crystal Pools was formed by the Steenbras River travelling through a gorge on its course to the Atlantic Ocean. Pockets of water gathered at varying elevations as the water made its way out to sea. These pools are fairly deep and are bounded by steep cliffs, and to reach them requires a hike along a path strewn with boulders. The water is stained a deep russet colour, caused by the tannin of dead vegetation, however, the water itself is perfectly clean.
The major appeal at Crystal Pools is the chance to do some cliff jumping into the pools. This is known as kloofing... Show more
About Self Catering
Self Catering places can be found from rural to urban areas and can vary in what they offer. They allow plenty freedom and is a great inexpensive way to spend your holiday. They have been widely classified as a “Home away from home”. This is a good option for guests who don’t mind cooking their own food, and are looking for a more independent and flexible form of accommodation. For budget and large families, we would recommend self-catering for a more personalised experience.