Nearby Attractions

Paternoster lies virtually on the Columbine Nature Reserve, where displays of wild flowers in spring are unsurpassed. After the first spring rains fall the landscape is transformed by the millions of indigenous flowers which open and densely carpet the earth in bright bursts of colour, around late July to September.
Just south of Paternoster is Cape Columbine’s lighthouse, built in 1936, and the red and white stripes are visible from a hill within the reserve.

The area is also home to over 250 species of birds with seabirds (Seagulls, cormorants, sacred ibis and the Oystercatcher) using this coastline as their breeding ground.
For a totally get-away-from-it-all treat, you can take Beach Buggy trips along the coastline, enjoy long walks on the beaches, fishing, boat and land based cray-fishing, diving and spear fishing excursions, hiking trails, mountain biking, sea kayaking are all popular activities. Other than seriously relax and take long walks on the beach during sunset, you can visit the local potter’s studio, visit the West Coast Fossil Park and go sea kayaking or take part in other water sports.