2025 Kommetjie Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

#cityplaybook #stunningview Location: Noordhoek, Cape Town, South Africa Hashtags: #NoordhoekBeach #WildCoastline #CapeTownBeaches #EndlessSands #HorseRidingOnTheBeach #UntamedCape #OceanFreedom #NoordhoekViews #BeachEscape #ScenicSouthAfrica Stretching for nearly 8 kilometers along Cape Town’s southwestern coast, Noordhoek Beach is a dreamscape of windswept dunes, rolling surf, and pure coastal magic. Far removed from the city buzz, it’s a place where the wild meets the serene—a favorite for nature lovers, photographers, horseback riders, and those seeking wide open space. Unlike the smaller, social beaches closer to town, Noordhoek offers vast, unspoiled beauty. You can walk for hours along the shoreline without seeing another soul, with Chapman’s Peak looming to the north and the Kommetjie lighthouse twinkling in the distance. The beach is ideal for long strolls, reflective moments, or dramatic photoshoots with endless sky and sea. Horseback rides at sunset are a signature Noordhoek experience—silhouetted against the waves, it feels cinematic and surreal. Surfers and kiteboarders also frequent the waters, though the ocean here is powerful and best left to the experienced. There are no shops or facilities on the beach, which keeps it pristine and peaceful. Pack what you need, wear good walking shoes, and prepare to be awed. The beach is accessed via a short path from the Noordhoek parking area near the wetlands. For solitude, scale, and soul-stirring scenery, Noordhoek Beach is unmatched. It’s Cape Town’s wilder side—untamed, unforgettable, and endlessly beautiful.

If your kids are animal lovers and nature enthusiasts, this one-day Cape Town itinerary is a must-save! From cuddly alpacas at the farm to cruising along Chapman's Peak Drive (voted world's most scenic route), and face-to-face encounters with colorful parrots... This easy yet exciting journey even lets parents sneak a farm-fresh coffee break☕~ ⛺【Must-Know Tips】 -𝗘𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀: Sunscreen (SA UV rays are intense!), lightweight sneakers, windproof jacket (Chapman's Peak is breezy), camera. -𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗲-𝘁𝗼-𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲: Animal treats (buyable at farm), child carrier (some zoo paths are steep). 🛬【Itinerary】 1️⃣ Morning: Imhoff Farm ➤ Feed ponies and alpacas; book kid-friendly horse rides in advance. ➤ Hidden gem: Pottery painting activity—take home your creations! 2️⃣ Noon: Chapman's Peak Drive ➤ Stop at viewpoints; lure seagulls for photos (watch for "aerial surprises"💩). ➤ Cliffside ice-cream truck = kid magnet! Try mint-chocolate flavor. 3️⃣ Afternoon: World of Birds Sanctuary ➤ Only bird park allowing direct interaction! Macaws perch on shoulders—secure hair accessories. ➤ Don’t miss 14:00 feeding show; flamingo takeoff is magical. 4️⃣ Evening: Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden ➤ Kids’ trail features "enchanted tree hollows"; sunset over protea fields is storybook-perfect. 🧡【Pro Tips】 ⚠️ Chapman’s Peak has sharp bends—motion-sickness meds for sensitive kids. ⚠️ Animal farm closes at 17:00; arrive by 9:00 to avoid crowds. 💡 Garden restaurants are pricey—pack a picnic blanket for lawn dining with views~ >> We’ve done this route 3x—our kids still beg, "Take us back to South Africa!" Customize

Noordhoek Beach is over 8 km long, and is the most unspoiled and best protected on the Atlantic Cape coast. At one end it is defined by Chapman’s peak plunging into the sea, and at the other, by the Kommetjie lighthouse. The beach is backed by National park-protected wetlands, and as a result is free of the urban sprawl that characterizes many other Cape Town bays. Behind the wetlands rise magnificent mountain slopes, densely overgrown with green coastal fynbos. Horse riding is common in Noordhoek. Many residents own horses and keep them on their properties. There are also riding schools. There are many trails through the wetlands and along the beach. Noordhoek village has a rural, country feel, with an attractive common and paddocks, and charming local shops, restaurants and bars. It is connected to the Cape Town area via one of the world’s great roads, the spectacular Chapman’s Peak drive, with its incredible views of the Atlantic coast.