New Flying Dutchman launches at Cape Point

The new Flying Dutchman funicular
The Cape Point Partnership, a partnership between the Thebe Tourism Group and Tolcon Group unveiled a new and improved Flying Dutchman funicular to the tourism trade and media at Cape Point yesterday.
The funicular, which transports visitors up the steep slope to popular lookout points just below the lighthouse, was upgraded at a cost of R6-million, and now boasts a new body, safer braking technology and bigger windows that allow visitors a 360 degree view throughout their ride. The new system has been designed to minimise the funicular’s carbon footprint; with low solar powered batteries charged by photovoltaic panels while in transit, the new Flying Dutchman is more environmentally friendly than ever.
Speaking at the launch, SANParks Head of Communications Wanda Mkutshulwa praised the work that the Cape Point Partnership has done in maintaining and marketing the facilities within the park.
“We appreciate the good work that is done here, especially the reputation-building, so thank you very much,” she said. “Cape Point is one of our ‘big five’ parks, which receive optimum visitor numbers. It is these ‘big five’ amid our portfolio of 19 parks that effectively fund the sustainability of South Africa’s biodiversity.”
Head of the Department for Economic Development and Tourism in the Western Cape Solly Fourie emphasised the role of corporate partnerships in contributing to the economic value of tourism in the province.
The new funicular is one of many improvements to this area of the Table Mountain National Park, in addition to a bigger parking area and upgrades of the information area, curio shops and restaurant.
About the Cape Point Partnership
Tolcon in conjunction with Thebe Tourism Group, are contracted by the South African National Parks to manage Cape Point in the Table Mountain National Park and promote it as one of South Africa's key tourism icons. Facilities include the Two Oceans Restaurant, the Flying Dutchman funicular and the retail shops.
Visit www.capepoint.co.za for more information.
Issued by Thebe Tourism Group Marketing
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