Price range: R6 000,00 through R12 000,00
Route 5 of Cape Camino is a coastal village-to-village walking route along the West Coast of the Western Cape, offering a 3–6 day pilgrimage between St Helena Bay, Paternoster, Jacobs Bay and Saldanha Bay. This multi-day Camino follows sandy tracks, coastal footpaths and quiet shoreline roads, with daily distances ranging from approximately 14km to 23km. The route passes working fishing communities, natural harbours and seasonal wildflower fields, combining open sea views with small-town character and artisan culture.
The West Coast Village Camino is mostly flat with one gradual incline section and some uneven coastal terrain, making it accessible to walkers with a moderate level of fitness. Accommodation is hosted by local guesthouses, homestays and small lodges, providing a supported and community-connected experience. Route 5 is ideal for pilgrims seeking coastal scenery, local food culture and a slower-paced Western Cape walking journey, and can be booked as a standalone route or combined with other Cape Camino routes to extend the pilgrimage experience.
All cancellations are subject to a 5% administration fee, regardless of notice period. This fee covers planning, coordination, and administrative work already undertaken.
60 days or more prior to departure: 95% refund (5% admin fee retained)
Between 60 and 30 days prior: 90% refund
Between 30 and 14 days prior: 30% refund
14 days or less prior to departure: No refund
Please note: Peninsula route accommodation requires full upfront payment to secure bookings. For these routes, the standard refund policy may not apply and refunds are subject to host terms.
60 days or more prior to departure:
No rescheduling fee (5% admin fee still applies)
Between 60 and 14 days prior: 10% rescheduling fee
14 days or less prior to departure: No rescheduling and no refund
Rescheduling is permitted within the same calendar year, subject to availability.
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Proceed with the booking. Once we have received your booking confirmation we will send you an email with everything you need to prepare you for your journey.
A 50% deposit payment is available when you choose the EFT (bank transfer) option at checkout. This will secure your dates. The balance is due 30 days before your Camino begins.
Transport options can be found on the Preparation Page
