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Price (adult):
free
Why Top:
renowned False Bay beach famed for its gentle, long-breaking surf and colorful beachfront huts, Cape Town’s top beginner surf spot.
Description:
A 3 km sandy stretch dotted with 1920s wooden beach huts, Surfer’s Corner hosts surf schools and board rentals. Cafés and insta-huts line the shore, with shark spotters active May–August.
Facts:
– Beach length: approx. 3 km
– Beach huts since the 1920s
– Blue Flag status annually since 2018
– Sea temperature: 19–21 °C in January; 14–16 °C in July
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Do:
Swimming
surfing
stand-up paddleboarding
boardwalk strolls
tidal pool exploration
beachfront cafés and restaurants
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Emergency:
Police: 10111; Ambulance/Fire: 10177; beach rescue via City of Cape Town lifeguard stations
Info:
Safety:
low street crime; crime – minor, pickpocketing possible; terrorism – low risk; lifeguards and shark spotters ensure water safety
Clothing:
light beachwear and hat; swimsuit; windbreaker and light wetsuit for surfing in shoulder seasons
Climate:
Mediterranean: dry summers (Nov–Mar), wet winters (Jun–Aug), +15…+27 °C; 15–20 km/h winds
Tips:
— Arrive early or late afternoon to avoid crowds.
— Book surf lessons in advance.
— Wear sunscreen and a hat.
— Store valuables in lockers at lifeguard stations
Connection:
4G/3G coverage around the beach; Wi-Fi at Surfer’s Corner cafés; offline maps recommended