 SA
boasts some of the finest beaches in the world. From the pristine coastal stretch
of Cape Vidal in KwaZulu-Natal to the Eastern Cape's famous Wild Coast, from the
penguin colony of Boulders Beach to sun-drenched Camps Bay in the Western Cape
… when it comes to beaches, we win, hands down. Our beaches are much more than
a haven for sun-worshippers and surfers. There's so much to see and do along our
dramatic coastline, including a range of wonderful multi-day coastal hikes. Here's
a quick rundown on some of the best beaches in South Africa. Eastern Cape KwaZulu-Natal
Western Cape: Cape Peninsula Western Cape: Garden Route . EASTERN
CAPE beach wedding The Eastern Cape is home to some
fine beaches. Port Elizabeth and East London are surfing hotspots, and the Wild
Coast is famous for its craggy landscapes, furious seas and extravagantly beautiful
beaches. Port St John's, Wild Coast A lovely, fairly undeveloped piece of tropical
coastline, offering great swimming and good lazing in the waters of the coastal
lagoon. Port Elizabeth Port Elizabeth's benign shores, protected by the gentle
curves of Algoa Bay, offer safe swimming and surfing. There's
also a nearby snake park and dolphins at play in the oceanarium. East London The
laid-back city of East London has a thriving beach culture, with sand dunes, rock
outcrops and ocean views. Orient Beach has good swimming, and the black rocks
of Eastern Beach are great for photos and exploration. Or you could take long
walks down Nahoon and Gonubie .  KWAZULU-NATAL
beach wedding The KwaZulu-Natal coastline has great
weather all year round and wonderful - if sometimes overpopulated - beaches on
both the south and north coasts. In between, the whole city of Durban is really
just a life support system for coastlines! Cape Vidal, iSimangaliso Wetland Park
One of the finest beaches in the country, with long stretches of snow-white sand.
Visitors can explore the many rock pools along the beach, and sight humpback whales
in October.
Umhlanga Rocks North of Durban, the
beaches of Umhlanga come alive during the South African school holidays, offering
a feast of fun for the whole family. There's sea swimming, surfing, boogie boarding,
rock pools and warm tidal pools. South Beach, Durban Part of Durban's world-famous
Golden Mile, South Beach is ideal for swimming and surfing. WESTERN
CAPE: CAPE PENINSULA In Cape Town , try Clifton for
the fashionable set; Sandy Bay, our unofficial nudist beach, for the wouldn't-wear-fashion-anyhow
set; and Long Beach for the walking. Boulders offers the best swimming - and penguins
for company. Camps Bay The Western Cape's answer to St Tropez. It's popular with
the beautiful people of the world and offers spectacular views of Lion's Head
and the Twelve Apostles. Sunsets on Camps Bay are a real treat, and if you've
had enough sand and surf, take in a sundowner at one of the nearby restaurants
and bars. Clifton This is Cape's "millionaire's
row". Known by film crews and fashion magazines as the perfect beach location,
Clifton is a favourite for international models and film stars - and the locals
love it too. Bloubergstrand Bloubergstrand - Blouberg beach - offers spectacular
views of Cape Town's Table Mountain and Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was
imprisoned for over 20 years. There are great outdoor restaurants nearby for snacks
or long lazy lunches. Boulders , part of Table Mountain National Park, is a haven
for jackass (African) penguins. A small entrance fee covers the upkeep of the
sanctuary. Apart from the penguins, the huge granite boulders make for spectacular
scenery, and the swimming is great. Search terms beach
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