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The Beaches of South Africa That You Don't Want to Miss

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The area of Cape Town is the home of some of the most splendid beaches in the world. There are beaches that are ideal for individuals and couples and others that are more well suited for families. The beaches of Cape Town are a popular destination for tourists as well as residents of the Western Cape of South Africa. The beaches along the Western Cape of South Africa, along what is known as False Bay, are warmer, family friendly, and less developed. The beaches on the Atlantic coast have cooler waters and are densely populated with restaurants and shops.

Atlantic Ocean Beaches on the Western Cape of South Africa

The beaches along the Western Cape of South Africa have become known as the Cape Town Riviera. This area is located on the western side of the Cape Peninsula along the Atlantic Cost. These beaches are protected from some of the strongest winds and enjoy longer time in the sun. However, even with the additional sunshine the waters tend to be a bit cooler here than on the False Bay beaches.

North of the Atlantic Seaboard are the Table Bay Beaches of the Western Cape of South Africa. These beaches are near Robbin Island and Table Mountain and are perfect for surfing, paddle skiing, wind surfing, and swimming. Some of these breath taking beaches are Milnerton, Big and Little Bay, Blouberg's, Table View, and Dolphin.

The beaches along the Atlantic Seaboard of the Western Cape of South Africa are where many people visit if they want to watch the crowds and be seen themselves. In addition to the people watching you can also sun bathe, play volleyball, and swim. A few of these beaches are Clifton, Seapoint, Three Anchor Bay, Camps Bay, Hout Bay, and Sandy Bay.

False Bay Beaches on the Western Cape of South Africa

The beaches of False Bay are located off the coast of the Indian Ocean on the Western Cape of South Africa. Visitors are drawn to these beaches every year in because of the low key and relaxed atmosphere. These beaches are more family friendly than those on the Atlantic side, yet they can get almost as busy.

The beaches of False Bay on the Western Cape of South Africa are found between Cape Point on the western end of the bay and the Helderberg beaches along the eastern end of the bay. A few of the Helderberg Beaches are Kogel Bay, Strand, Gordon's Bay, and Bikini Beach. All of these beaches are only about a forty-five minute drive from the city of Cape Town. These beaches are perfect for families who want to enjoy fishing, sun bathing, walks along the beach, surfing, and swimming.

The Western Cape of South Africa Cape Point Beaches are made up of Smitswinkelbaai, Boulders, Diaz Beach, St. James, Glencairn, Muizenberg, and Fish Hoek. These beaches are great for families to swim, surf, body board, and play in the sun.

All of the Western Cape of South Africa beaches have something to offer visitors. Each has activities that will guarantee that guests have a great time. If one beach is too crowded or isn't suited for the activity you want to participate in, another beach is right down the road. The Western Cape of South Africa beaches are great for people of all ages.
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