CapeNature has begun a phased reopening its reserves following the easing of the national lockdown regulations to Alert Level 3 to allow hiking and fishing activity.
All visitors entering at a controlled CapeNature reserve entrance gate will be subjected to a screening process and various guidelines will apply, including the mandatory completion of a four-step check-in process. Visitors will need to comply with the following prior to being allowed entry:
1. Wearing of face masks.
2. Disinfection of hands with the sanitiser provided.
3. Scanning of body temperature.
4. Recording of visitor information as part of Visitor Access Registration.
“Staff are working diligently to ensure that the respective reserves are compliant and ready to welcome visitors to our reserves. All regulations relating to social distancing, health protocols, movement and the prohibition of groups and gatherings will apply accordingly,” said Sheraaz Ismail, acting CapeNature Chief Executive Officer.
For those reserves where there is no controlled entrance gate access, hikers will need to ensure that social distancing and health protocols are followed. No organised groups will be allowed access to the trails, however visitors are encouraged to hike in pairs for safety reasons.
No picnicking, overnight hiking, camping or overnight stays will be allowed. All fishing, including recreational fishing, will be permitted with the exception of charter fishing. Anglers and hikers must ensure that they have a valid permit and any member of the public found without a hiking or fishing permit will be issued with a fine.
To view the full list of reserves open to the public as of 12 June 2020, click here.