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St James Tidal Pool
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St James Tidal Pool is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 101th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 21.4 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of Noordhoek Manor settlement, just 5.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
St James Tidal Pool coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
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.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Fish Hoek beach, which has a rating of 7.8.
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St James Tidal Pool is located in Western Cape within Noordhoek Manor, 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 a decent spot for a refreshing morning dip in the tidal pool. However, it's plagued by inconsiderate humans who leave their trash lying around. The recently refurbished changing rooms are a complete waste of space. They're always occupied by folks who treat them like their personal campground, making it impossible for others to use them."
Zara
"Along the coastline of False Bay, the St James Tidal Pool stands out among the many other tidal pools with its breathtaking views. It is conveniently located near a variety of fantastic shops and coffee houses that are worth exploring. The tidal pool is a safe haven, ideal for a refreshing dip or even to hone your swimming skills. Above all, it is the perfect spot to beat th..."
Zarek Alvarado
User reviews
"The beach is a decent spot for a refreshing morning dip in the tidal pool. However, it's plagued by inconsiderate humans who leave their trash lying around. The recently refurbished changing rooms are a complete waste of space. They're always occupied by folks who treat them like their personal campground, making it impossible for others to use them."
Zara
"Along the coastline of False Bay, the St James Tidal Pool stands out among the many other tidal pools with its breathtaking views. It is conveniently located near a variety of fantastic shops and coffee houses that are worth exploring. The tidal pool is a safe haven, ideal for a refreshing dip or even to hone your swimming skills. Above all, it is the perfect spot to beat th..."
Zarek Alvarado
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Noordhoek Manor
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5.2km from center
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590m
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Noordhoek Manor
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5.8km from center
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810m
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Located at nearest locality
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5.1km from center
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Folk Cafe St. James• 1 min walk
- Chardonnay Deli Kalk...• 11 min walk
- Ohana Cafe• 14 min walk
- SIROCCO CAFE• 15 min walk
Attractions
- Surfers Corner• 20 min walk
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- Elsie's Peak• 4.1km
Transport
- CPT• 21.6km
- Koeël Bay• 18.3km
- St James• 2 min walk
Localities
- Noordhoek Manor• 5.5km
- Cape Town• 21.4km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the St James Tidal Pool?
The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at St James Tidal Pool?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the St James Tidal Pool, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the St James Tidal Pool good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
St James Tidal Pool does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the St James Tidal Pool good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the St James Tidal Pool secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of St James Tidal Pool?
The bar is located right on the St James Tidal Pool.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Folk Cafe St. James is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the St James Tidal Pool?
There are 674 places to stay in the St James Tidal Pool area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of St James Tidal Pool include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the St James Tidal Pool from parking?
The St James Tidal Pool 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 St James Tidal Pool?
There are 3 attractions near St James Tidal Pool that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Surfers Corner located in 1.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit St James Tidal Pool?
The month with the highest temperature in St James Tidal Pool 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?
St James Tidal Pool (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.St James Tidal Pool (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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