Rest on the coast of the ocean. What could be better? From this perspective, a trip to South Africa can be a priority. Still, because 2/3 of the country is washed by two oceans - the Atlantic and Indian. Therefore, the beaches here are many and all different. And in addition to beach rest - indescribable landscapes, beautiful nature and many national parks.
Beaches near cities
Tourists, accustomed to rest somewhere in Thailand or at home, it will be strange to see the purest sand and clear water without debris in the city. However, in South Africa this is the norm. Many city beaches are awarded the Blue Flag, rest on them is pleasant, as almost all have a convenient infrastructure for tourists.
Beaches of Cape Town, Atlantic coast
Within this South African city, you can find about three dozen beaches. From the west side of the city is the Cape Town Riviera. Here, all the beaches are reliably protected from the southeast winds, they get enough sun. But the minus is still there - the water in the Atlantic Ocean is colder on average by 3.5 ° C.
Table Bay. It is worth to go there, if you want to see Cape Town in the best possible way - against the background of the symbol of the city of Table Mountain and the island of Robben. The water surface here is rarely quiet, so the place attracts many kitesurfers.
Capms Bay. The beach with excellent infrastructure. Along it you can find many cafes and restaurants for every taste and purse. Here you can do diving and windsurfing, relax with your family, taking up beach volleyball.
Clifton Beach. The most glamorous place on the Atlantic coast. Large granite blocks it is divided into 4 sections. Each mini-beach was sheltered from the wind. Pure sand beckons young people to get an excellent tan and plunge into the ocean.
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Hout Bay. The name of this sandy beach was named after a village located nearby. Its length is only a kilometer, here is also a large bay protected from winds. If you are here to relax, be sure to try the lobster, in local restaurants they are cooked especially tasty.
Llandudno. A beautiful place, protected from all sides by the wind, carries a certain danger. There is a very strong surf and reverse flow. The place is attractive for surfers.
Noordhoek Beach. Wild beach, with the crash site of the ship "Kakapo". It was mothballed at the very beginning of the 20th century. On this beach it is customary to practice horse riding, professional surfing or just walking along the shore.
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Beaches of Cape Town, Indian Ocean
The eastern coast of the city is more peaceful. The waters of the Indian Ocean are warmer, the atmosphere is much calmer. Here you can relax people of any age, including with young children. The bottom in these places is sandy, sloping. The whole infrastructure is subordinated to comfortable rest. Almost on every beach there is a team of rescuers on duty.
Sunset Beach and Muezenberg Beach & ndash . Beaches for those who want to learn the basics of such sports art as surfing. While young parents learn to keep on the board, children will be able to find a lesson in the special game area.
St James Beach and Kalk Bay & ndash. Beaches with an amazing natural tidal pool. This place is very suitable for couples with children.
Fish Hoek beach. This beach was popular not so much for the recreation area, as for the promenade of whales, which is a few hundred meters from the shore. To see them, you need to go along the pedestrian promenade to the right. This beach is not recommended for swimming, as it is considered dangerous. In 2010, the number of attacks of white sharks sharply increased.
The Beach of the Penguins or Boulders Beach . Among tourists, these lovely creatures stroll around. Someone is hurrying about their business, and someone cheekily looks into the bag left on the sand. Spectacled penguins in South Africa feel great. They are listed in the Red Book and protected by the state.
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Beaches of Durban
This is the second largest city in South Africa. Along it stretched a string of beaches with bright caramel sand. It is no accident they are called the Golden Mile. The sand here is clean and light like fluff, the water is clear as a tear. The beach has a Blue Flag for its ecological cleanliness, well-developed infrastructure and an excellent rescue team.
Just after the mile begins the city. Along the coastline are numerous cafes and restaurants - simpler and most exclusive, shops with useful things and interesting souvenirs. You can comfortably settle in, both in a cheap hostel and in a 5 star hotel.
The beaches of Durban are ideal for outdoor activities. The wind often raises high waves, which attracts fans of surfing and kite surfing. Also here you can do diving, water sports, rowing, fishing. Popular with tourists is the dhow safari.
Other beaches of South Africa
The town of Hermanus is located in the south of the country and is considered one of the oldest. There are excellent white beaches and clear water, well-developed infrastructure and many hotels on any purse. In addition, Hermanus has the status of the capital of whales. Here is the Grotto beach, where you can see them, literally, at arm's length.
Here, in the bay of Walker, a large number of baby whales are born every year. This happens from July to December. At this time, whales swim only 15 meters from the shore. To observe them, special observation platforms were built.
Grotto Beach in Hermanus is an amazing combination of nature and tranquility. Ideal place for a family leisurely stay.
The beach of Robberg cozy lurking in the Plettenberg Bay. On the one hand, this piece of land is bordered by mountains, on the other is yellow sand and bubbling waves. The water in the bay warms up well, so it's quite pleasant to swim. Under the sound of the surf, you can relax or take a walk along the shore.
The beach of Bloubergbergstrand is a place amazing with its beauty and tranquility. On the border with the beach there are cozy restaurants where local exotics are served. In good weather on the horizon you can see the prison island , where Nelson Mandela (Robben) spent 20 years.
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