beach

The Clifton area between Sea Point and Camps Bay offers four beautiful and popular little beaches. Each is reached by descending the steep stairs from the road above and all are popular because they are protected from the frequent winds.

There is a long, white beach stretching 6km from the base of Chapmans Peak in Noordhoek to Kommetjie along the freezing Atlantic. Known alternately as Noordhoek Beach and Long Beach this is a popular spot for long walks. The water is generally too cold for all but the most determined swimmers but the beach is still popular on warm days.

Boulders Beach near Simons Town is a popular swimming spot sheltered by granite rocks and with good views across False Bay. It is particularly popular because it is home to a colony of more than 3,000 African Penguins.

Llandudno is a popular white sandy beach framed by rocky points on either side. Located about 15 minutes drive from Camps Bay and Hout Bay, Llandudno is a little out of the way but is still popular because of its beauty.

Camps Bay Beach is a broad and long, sandy beach easily accessed from the road. It is lined with palm trees, has a grassy area, and is close to a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. From the beach you can look out into the freezing waters of the Atlantic or up onto the slopes of Table Mountain and Lions Head.