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Long beach
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Long beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 56th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 21 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of Noordhoek settlement, just 2.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.
It is a long bay with crystal blue water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Long beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Noordhoek Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.
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Beach overall scores
Long beach is located in Western Cape within Noordhoek, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach is beautiful with special views and is really safe. It's a great spot for a walk with your dogs, just remember to pick up after them. 👍🏻👍🏻"
Zander Locke
"This beach in the Western Cape is known as one of the best. It's huge and perfect for dogs and kids. On calm days, it's ideal for relaxing and sunbathing. Plus, it's home to some of the best surf spots in the world."
Kylan
User reviews
"The beach is beautiful with special views and is really safe. It's a great spot for a walk with your dogs, just remember to pick up after them. 👍🏻👍🏻"
Zander Locke
"This beach in the Western Cape is known as one of the best. It's huge and perfect for dogs and kids. On calm days, it's ideal for relaxing and sunbathing. Plus, it's home to some of the best surf spots in the world."
Kylan
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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1.4km
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Located at nearest locality
Noordhoek
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1.7km from center
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1.9km
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Located at nearest locality
Noordhoek
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1.4km from center
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2.1km
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Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast
Located at nearest locality
Noordhoek
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680m from center
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Cape Town 3.8 km
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De Goede Hoop 1.9 km
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Masiphumelele 4.4 km
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The Spinnaker 0.4 km
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Faerie Knowe 4.6 km
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Pine Haven 2.9 km
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Redhill Informal Settlement 3.4 km
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Simon's Town 1.3 km
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Noordhoek Manor 6.4 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Cape Point Vineyards• 3.1km
- Blue Water Cafe• 3.5km
- Imhoff Farm• 3.5km
- Umami Sushi• 3.5km
Attractions
- Wreck Of The Kakapo...• 20 min walk
- Chapmans Peak Hiking...• 22 min walk
- Chapman's Peak Natur...• 23 min walk
- Chapman's Peak Drive...• 25 min walk
Transport
- CPT• 28.1km
- Koeël Bay• 15.7km
- Kalk Bay• 9.1km
Localities
- Noordhoek• 2.6km
- Cape Town• 21km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Long beach?
The Long beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Long beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Long beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Long beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
Long beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Long beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Long beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
What are the key audiences of Long beach?
Long beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Long beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Long beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Cape Point Vineyards is the closest place located 3100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Long beach?
There are 697 places to stay in the Long beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Long beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Long beach from parking?
The Long beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Long beach?
There are 4 attractions near Long beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Wreck Of The Kakapo (1900) located in 1.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Long beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Long beach is February. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 16°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Long beach (Western Cape) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Long beach (Western Cape) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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