Sir Lowry's Pass

A mountain pass conneting Cape Town to the Garden Route.

Sir Lowry's Pass is a mountain pass located in the Western Cape province of South Africa, about an hour's drive from Cape Town. It is named after Sir Lowry Cole, who was the Governor of the Cape Colony in the 19th century. The pass is located on the N2 national road and connects the city of Cape Town to the Garden Route. Sir Lowry's Pass is known for its stunning views and is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike. The pass is also a popular location for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and picnics. The area is home to a number of wineries, offering tastings and tours of their vineyards and cellars. Sir Lowry's Pass is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the beauty of the Western Cape.

Nearby flights

Total tour time is 4 hours, flight time 60 minutes

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Whale & Sharks helicopter flight

Cape Town International Airport

A beautiful flight across the mountains at Sir Lowry’s Pass and the famous farms in Elgin, with the countryside and villages at your feet! We’ll pass Hermanus and Stanford and continue to Gansbaai. There, you’ll transfer to a boat for a sea trip to view the famous Great White Sharks. After that, you continue our flight towards Hermanus for a whale-watching trip to Hermanus. We will then return along the spectacular coastline to Cape Town.