The Chapman's Peak Day Pass (or Picnic Voucher) allows the public to use part of Chapman's Peak Drive for free. It is valid for use of the designated picnic areas, viewing spots and mountain trails, before the Day Pass Control Point.
The Day Pass is valid during the following hours
- Summer (Oct – Mar) - 06:00 - 20:00
- Winter (Apr – Sep) - 07:00 - 18:30
The Day Pass is valid from the Hout Bay entrance only and can be used up to the Day Pass Control Unit, where you will be advised where to park.
Please keep your Day Pass as proof of entry and when you leave on the Hout Bay side, return it to the toll collector before the closing time noted above. If you do not have your Day Pass on you, you will be charged full tariff.
Terms and conditions
- Fixed Day Pass hours per season
- Valid for the first 2.7km past the toll plaza building to Day Pass Control Unit
- Retain ticket for return journey
Please be sure to care for your day pass ticket whilst you take photos (of nature, birds, wildlife, scenery and sunsets), take a hike or have a picnic. Kindly note that there are fixed hours for the Day Pass and although sunset is one of the most popular times of day on Chapman's Peak Drive, please ensure that you depart before the closing time per season for the Day Pass.
