Struisbaai

Struisbaai Main beach

Good for Relax

7.9

/ 10 Very good

#25 out of 121
in Western Cape

About

Struisbaai Main beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 25th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 178.3 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of Molshoop settlement, just 2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Struisbaai Main 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 popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is L'Agulhas tidal pool, which has a rating of 4.8.

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Historical

+18 ^oC +16 ^oC

Air temperature

4.3 M/S

Wind

+18 ^oC

Water temperature

3 M

Wave height

Molshoop, Western Cape,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Struisbaai Main beach is located in Western Cape within Molshoop, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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

"Struisbaai is one of the most stunning beaches we've visited. We often take a weekend drive there to take leisurely walks along the shore. Unfortunately, during our last visit, my legs were too sore to enjoy the sand. Nonetheless, the beach is always immaculately clean, and if the weather doesn't cooperate, we love to just sit and admire the breathtaking scenery. 👌"

Lia Parker

"I absolutely adore this beach with its crystal-clear water, charming harbor, pristine white sand, and even the presence of friendly stingrays. It's just my favorite spot."

Lorelei Bennett

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Lia Parker

"I absolutely adore this beach with its crystal-clear water, charming harbor, pristine white sand, and even the presence of friendly stingrays. It's just my favorite spot."

Lorelei Bennett

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460m from the beach

8.7

Excellent

25 The Tides

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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1.8km from center

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480m from the beach

8.6

Excellent

Spring Tide on 28 Main Struisbaai

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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2km from center

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510m from the beach

8.8

Excellent

Cape Agulhas BACKPACKERS

Hostel

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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2.1km from center

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590m from the beach

9.2

Excellent

The Goose Nest

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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2.2km from center

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740m from the beach

8.1

Very good

Mermaid Guest House

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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2.6km from center

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Oceans Guest House & Luxurious Apartments

1km from the beach

9.4

Excellent

Oceans Guest House & Luxurious Apartments

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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3km from center

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1.2km from the beach

8.8

Excellent

32 Blouvin Street

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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3.1km from center

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1.2km from the beach

9.1

Excellent

Casa Pescador Beach House

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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960m from center

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1.3km from the beach

Vicky Apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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3km from center

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1.5km from the beach

Garden Cottage

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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3.4km from center

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Chateau de Marine Boutique Hotel & Wellness

1.7km from the beach

8.7

Excellent

Chateau de Marine Boutique Hotel & Wellness

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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3.7km from center

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1.8km from the beach

8.5

Excellent

Dances with Waves

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Molshoop

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3.4km from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
sharks
- High prevalence of sharks
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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What to do in Struisbaai Main beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Struisbaai Main beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Struisbaai Main beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Struisbaai - Plaat• 3km

Transport

ROD• 109.9km
Cape Agulhas• 5.3km

Localities

Molshoop• 2km
Cape Town• 178.3km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Struisbaai Main beach?

The Struisbaai Main beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Struisbaai Main beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Struisbaai Main beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Struisbaai Main beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Is the Struisbaai Main beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Struisbaai Main beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Struisbaai Main beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Struisbaai Main 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 very smooth.

Is the Struisbaai Main beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Struisbaai Main beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Struisbaai Main beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Struisbaai Main beach?

There are 112 places to stay in the Struisbaai Main beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Struisbaai Main beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Struisbaai Main beach from parking?

The Struisbaai Main 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 Struisbaai Main beach?

There are 1 attractions near Struisbaai Main beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Struisbaai - Plaat located in 3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Struisbaai Main beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Struisbaai Main beach is February. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Struisbaai Main 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.Struisbaai Main 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.