What is Boulders Beach?
Boulders Beach is a sheltered beach made up of inlets between granite boulders, from which the name originated.
Where Is Boulders Beach In Cape Town South Africa?
Boulders Beach
Address: Simon’s Town, Cape Town, 7995, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 pm
Phone: +27 21 786 2329
Why is Boulders Beach famous?
It is a popular tourist spot because of a colony of African penguins which settled there in 1982. Boulders Beach forms part of the Table Mountain National Park.
These African penguins are only found on the coastlines of Southern Africa (South Africa and Namibia). These penguins are currently endangered.
How much is Boulders Beach Cape Town?
| 1 November 2023 – 31 October 2024 | Adults (12+ years) | Children (2 – 11 years) |
|---|---|---|
| South African Citizens and Residents | R45 | R25 |
| SADC Nationals | R95 | R50 |
| International (non-South African) Citizens | R190 | R95 |
Can you swim on Boulders Beach?
It is a soft, fine white sand beach with large granite boulders on both sides. Look out for Rock hyraxes, referred to locally as ‘dassies’, on the boulders.
There are also semi-submerged boulders in the water which create a sheltered cove and make this site suitable for swimming on all but the stormiest of days.