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  • 5/5 Brent C. 2 years ago on Google
    Gericke's Point is a natural rocky outcrop at the end of Swartvlei Beach, located in Sedgefield along South Africa's Garden Route, rivalling similar natural points I've visited in Mozambique like Ponta do Ouro and Tofo. It is a sight to behold and about a 2km walk from the parking area at Swartvlei Beach. At it's foot are incredible rock pools, just mind the tide if snorkelling. A must visit if you're in the area!
    7 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Francois H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great walk to the point with interesting rock formations. Lots of little pools with marine life along the way, but the best are at the point. Go at low tide to enjoy them without waves crashing into you, and bring a snorkel. The view from the top of the point is excellent. It takes about 20min to track the point from the car park.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Cameron P. 3 years ago on Google
    Great for small kids. The small pools during low tide is ideal for small kids and families making an outing. The distance to walk from parking to the point is about 2kilos. The parking is very limited but can start parking down the street. We didn't swim in the pools but enjoyed the ocean water closer to the parking lot.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Johan S. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful spot, best to go during low tide
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Kevin B. 1 year ago on Google
    The hike to Gericke's point at low tide allows you to see Octopus πŸ™ star fish, oyster catcher birds and experience nature in her best form
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 abdul r. 2 years ago on Google
    The walk to the point is pleasant and we went at low tide. Awesome for the kids. I did find one rock pool to enjoy some snorkelling, plenty of sea life. But you need to go when the water level is a bit higher to enjoy all the rock pools. Awesome little gem, will definitely go back.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Yolande van T. 8 months ago on Google
    Lovely experience, do check the schedule (google)for low tide when you go. 5km walk, we went around, shoes are recommended for the climb on pointy rocks
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Vivienne H. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely walk to the point at low tide to snorkel in the many rock pools. Clean beach, loads of sea life. Don't get stuck out there when tide comes in though!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Alwyn N. 1 year ago on Google
    This is my favourite place in the world. I've been going there since I was little (I live in Pretoria and frequently go on holiday in Sedgefield as I have friends who stay there). I love the views, fresh air and all the different routes for walking along the ocean. I've taken my girlfriend there a couple of times and she couldn't believe all the different shells you can find, critters like starfish and crabs, squads and octopi, and I've even seen dolfins and stringrays! It's a nice place to take the kids for a picnic or to spend the whole day, just make sure you google the times of the tides as you can only go during low tide and you can actually get stuck there if the tides rise while you are there.

  • 5/5 Don C. 5 months ago on Google
    Awesome πŸ‘Œ place. Just a bit sad to see people coming there to catch octopus with the family coming to enjoy nature. Time your visit with low tide

  • 5/5 Clare M. 4 months ago on Google
    Amazing, pristine beach. Loved our leasurely walk to the point from the car park. The beach was spotless and quiet.

  • 5/5 Jan N. 3 months ago on Google New
    Beautiful setting. One needs to be up to speed with the tides, as it would be very difficult to visit at high-tide

  • 5/5 Johnny de A. 7 months ago on Google
    Great for walking. We saw a variety of wildlife, from octopi and crabs to catsharks. There are also a few great wave pools. Definitely bring your camera.

  • 5/5 Louwrens K. 2 months ago on Google New
    Gentle beach walk. Beautiful scenery. Well worth the visit.

  • 5/5 Lisa S. 1 year ago on Google
    Gericke's is magical. You have to go at low tide to get the best view of the rock pools which are alive with fish, crabs and plants. It is beautiful. Wearing wet shoes is recommended as the rocks are sharp and you are likely to get your feet wet. Also remember your water, hat and sunscreen.

  • 4/5 Edward M. 1 year ago on Google
    Check when the tide is low so you can make it to the rock, up, along the rock pools and back again. Wet shoes recommended.

  • 5/5 Licia Dewing Career S. 8 months ago on Google
    Breathtaking - Mother Nature is in totally control here - just leave footprints behind πŸ™Œ

  • 4/5 Chipsta 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely beautiful spot! But in the last few years the rocks have been stripped bear. On leap low tides you see groups of poachers killing everything they can find! Sanparks should really get their act into gear....

  • 5/5 Donaleen S. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely beach for a walk at low tide with interesting rocks and amazing sandstone cliffs sculpted by the wind.

  • 5/5 Stumbling F. 1 year ago on Google
    Such an awesome place to visit and is one of my new favourite. We went at low tide and got to see quite a few awesome things including bright orange starfish. Beautiful mountains right next to the beach.

  • 5/5 Enid S. 6 years ago on Google
    Breathtakingly beautiful. We walked from the parking. It was an hour before lowtide so we strolled along the beach and explored the rock pools. We saw some beautiful sea anemone and starfish. Don't go barefoot on the rocks - you could cut your feet. This is one of the most beautiful and interesting beach walks.

  • 5/5 riaan b. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place. It's worth it to take the walk along the beach to the point. We have caught fish as well.

  • 5/5 DJ B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great beach, great views. Fun for the whole family. Showers available, bathroom available not too busy. Most certainly worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Alex E. 2 years ago on Google
    Picked up plenty of shells. Clear water and great visibility for Snorkeling. Safe environment..

  • 5/5 Stephanie de V. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely beach walk to Gericke’s Point. We always make sure to do it when in Sedgefield.


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