Beach Western Cape
Noordhoek Beach
A long, wild, dune-backed Atlantic beach south of Chapman's Peak — walkable for miles and almost empty.
Worth a Detour
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Trip Role
Worth a Detour
Ideal stay
2 hours
Best for
Solitary walks and photography
Our take
A rugged, windswept expanse that feels worlds away from the city.
A rugged, windswept expanse that feels worlds away from the city.
- Trip Role
- Worth a Detour
- Ideal Stay
- 2 hours
- Time Needed
- 2-3 hours
- Best For
- Solitary walks and photography
- Go If
- You want to experience the raw power of the Atlantic coastline away from urban development.
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Why it's worth your time
A continuation of the expansive Noordhoek coastline, this beach is backed by high dunes and the dramatic slopes of Chapman's Peak. It remains one of the few places in Cape Town where you can walk for miles without encountering a building.
What we love
The dramatic backdrop of the mountain range meeting the dunes.
What to know
Parking at the main access point can be limited during peak summer weekends.