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Buffalo Bay beach
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About
Buffalo Bay beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 8th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 421.3 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of Buffel's Bay settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a long bay with crystal turquoise 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Buffalo Bay beach 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, sea kayaking. There are also some surf spots.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
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 Brenton beach, which has a rating of 8.
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Beach overall scores
Buffalo Bay beach (Western Cape) is located outside the Buffel's Bay settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Buffalo Bay beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is perfect for kids and has great waves. My son enjoys using his boogie board here. The road leading to the beach is adorned with beautiful painted artworks, and the bridge entrance is also quite scenic. During peak season, finding a parking spot can be a bit challenging, but there are two parking lots available. Additionally, there are restrooms and an outdoor sho..."
Larissa Koenig
"The beach is absolutely gorgeous and very well-maintained. The walls painted and surfboards available provide great photo opportunities. It's a wonderful tourist destination, complete with a restaurant and kiosk right on the beach. If you bring your long board, you can skate on the nearby roads, and if you bring your surfboard, you can catch some great waves. Overall, it's a..."
Avery Jameson
User reviews
"The beach is perfect for kids and has great waves. My son enjoys using his boogie board here. The road leading to the beach is adorned with beautiful painted artworks, and the bridge entrance is also quite scenic. During peak season, finding a parking spot can be a bit challenging, but there are two parking lots available. Additionally, there are restrooms and an outdoor sho..."
Larissa Koenig
"The beach is absolutely gorgeous and very well-maintained. The walls painted and surfboards available provide great photo opportunities. It's a wonderful tourist destination, complete with a restaurant and kiosk right on the beach. If you bring your long board, you can skate on the nearby roads, and if you bring your surfboard, you can catch some great waves. Overall, it's a..."
Avery Jameson
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Wilderness 1.3 km
What to do in Buffalo Bay 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 Buffalo Bay 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!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Buffalo Bay beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Buffalo Bay beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Buffelsbaai Waterfro...• 1 min walk
- Wildside Beach Resta...• 18 min walk
- Butterfly Blu Restau...• 4.5km
- Brenton Haven Beachf...• 4.5km
Attractions
- Buffels Bay Beach vi...• 5 min walk
- Whale spotters viewp...• 3.7km
Transport
- PBZ• 32.6km
- Hibiscus Court• 4.9km
- Belvedere• 4.8km
Localities
- Buffel's Bay• 150m
- Cape Town• 421.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Buffalo Bay beach?
The Buffalo Bay 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 Buffalo Bay beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Buffalo Bay beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Buffalo Bay beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Buffalo Bay 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.
Buffalo Bay beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Buffalo Bay beach 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Buffalo Bay beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Buffalo Bay beach?
Buffalo Bay beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Buffalo Bay beach?
The bar is located right on the Buffalo Bay beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Buffelsbaai Waterfront Restaurant is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Buffalo Bay beach?
There are 555 places to stay in the Buffalo Bay beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Buffalo Bay beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Buffalo Bay beach from parking?
The Buffalo Bay 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 Buffalo Bay beach?
There are 2 attractions near Buffalo Bay beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Buffels Bay Beach view Point located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Buffalo Bay beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Buffalo Bay beach is February. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 18°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Buffalo Bay 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.Buffalo Bay 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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