Beach Western Cape
Clifton 4th Beach
Four coves of sheltered white sand below Clifton's apartment stacks — wind-free when the rest of the coast is howling.
Worth a Detour
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Trip Role
Worth a Detour
Ideal stay
Half day
Best for
Sunbathing and wind-free days
Our take
The best beach in Cape Town for a calm day.
The best beach in Cape Town for a calm day.
- Trip Role
- Worth a Detour
- Ideal Stay
- Half day
- Time Needed
- 4-5 hours
- Best For
- Sunbathing and wind-free days
- Go If
- You want a wind-free day on the beach when the Southeaster is blowing.
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Why it's worth your time
A series of four sheltered coves in Cape Town. The 4th beach is the most popular, protected from the wind by high cliffs.
What we love
The lack of wind.
What to know
Parking is a nightmare; arrive early or use an Uber.