Please note: Unfortunately, the funicular service is affected by Loadshedding. Cape Point falls in Zone 8 of COCT Loadshedding Schedule, if you like to plan ahead. Enquires - Contract: (021) 780 9010 or Email: info@capepoint.co.za
Apart from offering visitors an exciting and novel method of travel, taking the Flying Dutchman funicular saves visitors an uphill walk from the car park to see the old lighthouse and enjoy the panoramic views.
The Flying Dutchman Funicular, also known as the Cape Point Funicular, is a funicular railway located at Cape Point. It is believed to be the only commercial funicular of its type in Africa, and takes its name from the local legend of the Flying Dutchman ghost ship.
The line runs from a lower station at the Cape Point car park, up an incline through dense fynbos to the upper lighthouse. The funicular leaves from the lower station every three minutes, comfortably accommodates 40 passengers per car, and can transport 450 persons to the upper lighthouse per hour, making it the ideal way to whisk closer to the lighthouse even during peak times.
Quick Facts
Length of track: 585 metres
Height: 87 metres
Maximum Steepness: 16%
Cars: 2
Capacity: 40 passengers per car; 450 persons per hour
Configuration: Single track with passing loop
Travel time: 3 minutes each way
Traction: Electricity
Cape Point Funicular
I visited Cape Point recently and was excited to use the funicular to reach the top, but it was a complete disappointment. Despite paying for tickets, the funicular was out of service with no prior notice. There were no clear updates or signs, and staff seemed indifferent about the inconvenience. For such a major attraction, I expected better organization and communication. If the funicular isn't operational, why are tickets still being sold? A very frustrating experience---definitely not worth the hassle or money! - Sameenah
Funicular was Out of service in Date of arrival. Please refund my money. Thank you! With best regards Thomas Wuttke - Thomas
the funicular was not working. The bus was ok - Hassan
Due to weather condition, funicular was not in operation. I was not contacted nor guided on what to do when I was there. The money was wasted and I was not pleased. - Jonathan
It was closed on the day we went and I was told no refund could be made through the box office. The assistant said we had to go through whomever we bought it. I explained that the Website was theirs but he said I could only get a refund if I had bought the ticket at Cape Point. He did not understand that I would not have bought a ticket if the funicular was not running! - Fiona
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