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Main road South Peninsula

carynkaleido — Sat, 26 Jul 2025 18:38:52 +0000

Main road South Peninsula From Lakeside to Cape Point and return on the Atlantic Seaboard route If you would like to explore the South Peninsula, you could consider driving. There are also shuttles and tours, both group tours and individual tours are catered for. There is a lot to see, so it is a good idea to plan the trip in parts. You can plan a combination of transport. Possibly catch a train/Metro rail to Simons Town, from anywhere along the train route. Get a lift or park your car at the station. You could hop off the train and visit the small villages on the way, and hop back on the train to go to the next village. This is a practical option, as parking, especially on weekends, is a challenge. The train journey allows you to enjoy the Southern Peninsula scenery while you ride. The train follows the shore, so if you have a window seat on the left of the train, you can get some great views. Then you can meet an Uber or organised tour in Simons Town to visit Cape Point, or return to town the same way you got there. You can opt to do the complete circular route or just parts of it. The Metro rail runs from the city to Simons Town. From Muizenberg, it is possible to hop on and hop off the train, enjoying the Southern Peninsula scenery while you ride. Allow plenty of time, as there is much to see and do along this route. To get there by car, take the N2 from Cape Town’s city centre. When you get to Hospital Bend, move into the right-hand lane and take the M3 to Muizenberg. Pass Mostert’s Mill on your left, and the University of Cape Town on the slopes of Devil’s Peak on your right. The Rhodes Memorial exit is about 1.5 km past the Mill on your left. After passing Rhodes Memorial, return to the M3 and continue towards Muizenberg. The M3 ends in a T-junction at Westlake. Turn left onto the M42 and continue towards Main Road (M4). Turn right. Main road South Peninsula You can continue on Main Road towards Muizenberg, or about 600 metres later, turn right off Main Road up Boyes Drive. The views from up here are beautiful, and if there are whales in the bay (August through to November), this is a good place to view them. Continue to the end of Boyes Drive, where it curves to the left down to Main Road, Kalk Bay Kalk Bay is a quaint village. But parking is a challenge. Main Road has only one lane in each direction. Traffic can get quite congested, but slow down, enjoy the views and the vibe, stop for a stroll, explore the bookshops, antique and clothing stores or get a coffee/meal ( if you can find parking, this usually just calls for patience. The next suburb is St James with its small but safe beach and tidal pool. After that, pass Clovelly and on to Fishhoek. The main road here is lined with regular shops, banks, supermarkets and pharmacies. The beach is, however, lovely and great for a swim or a long walk. There is a traffic circle where Main Road continues after taking the first exit, ie, the road curves to the left. You will be driving along the coast past Sunnycove station, then on to Glencairn and Simon’s Town. There is so much to see and do in Simon’s Town. When you have seen all you want to see, carry on on the Main road following the coast. After you leave Simon’s Town, you will get to Bellevue Road (it is the second penguin signpost). Park at the bottom of the road. You find Boulders Beach, where you may want to stop and visit the penguins. The road continues along the coast with fabulous views all the way. You will reach Miller’s point, where there is a tidal pool. Stay on the road till you see signs for Smitswinkel. At Smitswinkel Bay, the road begins to climb the mountain and turns inland. Your first left is the entrance to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. The road curves to the right away from the coast on the M4. Soon you will reach the turn-off to the Cape Point Nature Reserve. The return journey can be the same way you came, or you can take the left fork onto Plateau Road. When you get to The Cape Farmhouse, turn left onto Red Hill Road. Drive on to Scarborough past Misty Cliffs and on to Kommetjie. Perdekloof Picnic Area is a secluded spot on Red Hill Road. Look out carefully for the entrance. It is a tranquil and pristine spot with braai areas and concrete benches, and a park for children. Smitswinkel Bay At the M6 intersection, turn left and left again onto Noorhoek Main Road. Follow the signs to Chapman’s Peak past Noordhoek Farm Village. Stop here for a meal or some shopping. Take in the views of the Atlantic. At the bottom of the drive, go on to Hout Bay. Turn Left onto Princess Street and right onto Victoria Avenue, and up Suikerbossie Hill. Drive uphill on Victoria Avenue on the slopes of Little Lions Head over Hout Bay Nek. Drive past Llandudno, Bakoven, Camps Bay and Clifton, on past Sea Point, Green Point and back to the city Driving the Western Cape See some other scenic drives and road trips and browse the complete Western Cape guide Main road South Peninsula

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Misty Cliffs

carynkaleido — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 11:49:33 +0000

Misty Cliffs Beach is small, tucked between Scarborough and Witsand on the Atlantic side this 400-metre beach is private and tranquil and nice for short walks. It is nestled between two cliff faces and squeezed between the mountain and the Atlantic Ocean within the Table Mountain National Park. The whole area is a conservation area. Misty Cliffs is known as a Conservation Village The cliffs overlook a wild sea. During winter when it is wet and windy it really lives up to the name. There are also beautiful windless days when this beach is quite popular but nothing like some of the other fashionable beaches on the Cape Town coast. The little village here consists mainly of small holiday homes. There are no facilities, shops, or restaurants. Swimming is dangerous and not recommended but surfing is very popular due to the big swells. Kiteboarding is only recommended for experienced riders as this coastline can be brutal. Shells can often be found on this beach, especially after winter storms and low tide. If you plan to collect shells, please follow local regulations and take only empty shells. Shell identification guide Surf report Check the tides here Best beaches in the Western Cape article

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Redhill animal rescue

carynkaleido — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 06:14:25 +0000

Redhill Animal Rescue is a community-based action group to help support our furry friends in the neighbourhood. 3 Klip Street Scarborough Facebook

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Scarborough beach

carynkaleido — Sat, 06 Nov 2021 13:12:02 +0000

Scarborough beach is a long stretch of beach on the Atlantic side that is a great spot and even during summer it rarely feels crowded. The beach is popular with traditional surfers and kite-surfers. The best time to go is when the wind is blowing east or northeast; when it is more southerly, it’s better for kitesurfing. Just make sure you watch out for strong rip currents, as they are frequent at Scarborough Beach. There are often big waves and rip currents, so swimming is better on calm days. There are however, plenty of rock pools to explore. Dunes at the back of the beach make up a seasonal wetland area. Some boardwalks wind through these dunes. The area is relatively untouched, wild and backed by high craggy peaks. The beach sits at the edge of the Cape Point nature reserve and can be accessed from the main road along a sandy track. You can also drive towards Soetwater Resort, and from the car park, you can reach the beach. Dogs are allowed to run here without a leash. There is a boat launch available to permit holders, but there are no other public facilities here. Shells can often be found on this beach, especially after winter storms and low tide. If you plan to collect shells, please follow local regulations and take only empty shells. Shell identification guide Surf report Check the tides here Best beaches in the Western Cape article

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The Scarborough Fair

carynkaleido — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 18:32:14 +0000

The Scarborough Fair is a community event organized by the Scarborough Community and hosted by the Camel Rock Restaurant. Here you will find a variety of creative and interactive stalls. Main Road Scarborough,

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