Coast & islands · South Africa
Boulders Beach
Beach in Cape Town, South Africa
About Boulders Beach
Boulders Beach is a sheltered beach made up of inlets between granite boulders, from which the name originated. It is located on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula, in Simon's Town, in the southern region of Cape Town, South Africa. It is also commonly known as Boulders Bay. The beach is a popular tourist spot because of a colony of the endemic and critically endangered African penguins (Spheniscus demersus) which settled there in 1982.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: September – April
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Boulders Beach
Where is Boulders Beach?
Boulders Beach is in South Africa. The nearest city is Cape Town, about 30 km away.
When is the best time to visit Boulders Beach?
The most comfortable months to visit Boulders Beach are September – April: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Boulders Beach?
Yes. The 5-day Cape Town plan is about 30 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Boulders Beach?
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