What is Kalk Bay?
Kalk Bay is a fishing village on the coast of False Bay, South Africa, and is now a suburb of greater Cape Town. It lies between the ocean and sharply rising mountainous heights that are buttressed by crags of grey Table Mountain Sandstone.
Where Is Kalk Bay In South Africa
Kalk Bay detail and a street-level map showing some attractions including the Kalk Bay Harbour, Brass Bell Restaurant, and Seal Island Launch. To find out more about Kalk Bay, view photographs, and see all this quaint harbor town has to offer, please visit Kalk Bay Information.
If you are interested in overnighting in the area, we can recommend some great hotels, guest houses, and self-catering properties.
If you’re only planning on driving through Kalk Bay, en-route to another destination, you may want to peruse our Kalk Bay Restaurants before you leave to see if you should plan a stop here for lunch or maybe just a coffee. Also, check out Kalk Bay Things To Do to see if there are any activities for which you would consider stopping.
What is Kalk Bay known for?
A gem on the False Bay coastline, Kalk Bay is known for its raw beauty, interesting shops, a vast selection of restaurants, and stunning views. You could easily spend a full day in this little neighborhood and still not be able to experience it all
Why is it called Kalk Bay?
The Village of Kalk Bay was probably established in the 17th Century as a small community of lime burners who mined the nearby deposits of limestone. Its name was derived from the Dutch term for chalk.
What is the richest suburb in Cape Town?
The city is home to many of Africa’s most exclusive suburbs, including Clifton, Bantry Bay, Fresnaye, Llandudno, Camps Bay, Bishopscourt, and Constantia.
Most expensive streets or suburbs outside of Cape Town.
| SUBURB/STREET | RAND PER SQUARE METER | US$ PER SQUARE METER |
|---|---|---|
| Eastcliff, Hermanus | R35,000 | $2,200 |