If you go to the beach for the sole purpose of relaxing, but you’re not too fond of the crowdedness getting in the way of you fully winding down - this list of secluded beaches in Cape Town is for you. With warmer temperatures ahead of us, it’s a good time to visit some of Cape Town’s less crowded beaches. Here’s our top picks of lesser-trodden shores.
Safety tip: Don’t travel to secluded beaches alone. Bring a friend or two.
Bakoven (Beta Beach and Bali Beach)
Located between Camps Bay and Llandudno, Bakoven has a series of bays and pools that can’t accommodate large crowds due to their small size. Bakoven has two idyllic spots worth checking out - Beta Beach and Bali Beach. Bakoven is like your own paradise for the day where you can just enjoy the peace and quiet with stunning views of Camps Bay, Lion’s Head and the Twelve Apostles - not forgetting the sunset. The beaches offer a chance for sunbathing, boulder-hopping and picnicking.
Queen’s Beach
While most small beaches and rock pools along Sea Point Promenade are quite exposed and busy, Queen’s Beach is a slightly off the crowd’s radar. This beach is the perfect example of a city beach as it is located close to restaurants and easily accessible. If you want to cool down, there is a gorge between the rocks for safe dips.
Diaz Beach
This beach is a bit famous but still remains undisturbed, as only a few daily visitors know about it. Diaz Beach is one of Cape Town’s beautiful beaches that make for an unforgettable experience. Situated at the tip of Cape Point, Diaz Beach is surrounded by high cliffs, crashing waves, and sheer beauty. Since swimming is prohibited due to strong rip currents, rather just wet your feet.
Milnerton Beach
Milnerton Beach is a long stretch of clean shores with fantastic views of Table Mountain. This beach is open to dog walking, beach games (volleyball, frisbee, etc), sunbathing, kite-surfing, and watching ships passing by.
Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach is the secret alternative to Melkbos and Blouberg’s Big Bay and the perfect spot to get a view of Table Mountain and sunset. Not only that, but its also good for swimming, picnicking and sunbathing.
Scarborough Beach
One could say what makes this beach clear of crowds is the stretchy drive from the city. If you enjoy a mini road trip, then you’ll enjoy making your way to Scarborough Beach located just outside of the Cape Point Nature Reserve. Scarborough Beach offers rock pools for exploring, a spot for windsurfing and kite-flying, and ample space to play. As this beach is prone to rip currents, caution should be taken when going for a dip.
