This is the most amazing beach to spend the day. Feels like another world. Cute penguins all around. Lovely white sand. Clear, blue water in bay. Great rocks to explore. It is a big tourist attraction and can get very busy.

Beautiful Beautiful beautiful and clean. It's like you in a movie when you at the beach. The penguins are just too cute and close up. A 360 view of nature at its best beauty. Kid friendly. Free parking. Can't wait to go back.

Wonderful day out. Saw LOADS of penguins, some were even sitting on eggs (so make sure you keep an eye open when walking along the trails). Was very busy with tourists, but was still able to see a lot and get some great photos. There is a swimming area too but the waters are SUPER COLD, so bring something warm to swim in if you’re planning to.

I absolutely adore Boulders Beach... Not just for the adorable penguins that are scattered all around the area, but also for all the natural beauty you're surrounded with when you visit. The beach is clean, beautiful, and the perfect place for a picnic. It is also quite shielded from wind so overall just a nice place to catch some sun.

There’s a entry fee to the boardwalk and you can see the penguins from up close. Usually, you can spot their eggs and even though it was summers and slightly hot, the penguins were out there. And a lot of them were on the beach side as well as in the woods. There’s a beach that has public accessibility after a slight kilometre boardwalk. There were 2 penguins there along with people. It was exciting to see the penguin walk and then swim along.

This place is definitely worth a visit. There are small piers built here for visitors so that they cannot enter directly among the penguins. They can thus seem to be in peace and undisturbed in their environment. There is an entrance fee and parking is not far away. You can see that they take good care of the place.

This was the best outing to start off 2022. Beautiful beach ⛱ and weather. The atmosphere of the other beach goers was pleasant and considerate. This was the receipe for a relaxing time spent together by all present. Our group had so much fun together as it was back to work on Monday. Definitely a great place to enjoy time with family and friends. The 🐧 penguins just added to the outing with Mother nature. Make an effort to enjoy your day at Boulders Beach.

Great parking location. We then chose to walked along the wooden footpath not knowing what to expect. We could see nests along the way and great views. On reaching the signpost to enter for penguins we paid and was told we could use the same tickets at the main entrance to see the colonies. I do admit I thought we would see penguins. We managed to see one on the shore and we stayed an hour to enjoy the beach. We walked back along the wooden footpath and got to the entrance for the main colonies. It was spectacular. They are beautiful, well kept and happy feet! Its absolutely worth the visit!

Nice to see the penguins up close. There is a public(free to use) walkway a bit higher up and away from the shoreline that has a view of the beach where the most penguins can be seen. The free walkway has the odd penguin and nest along the way. To access the walkway to the beach you’ll have to buy a ticket. The paid and free access walkways takes about 30 minutes each to complete.

Awesome place for kids to get close to wild penguins, unfortunately touching and feeding is not allowed. Entry fee prices can be found on the internet and only card payments are allowed. Enjoy scenic walks with information along the boardwalk. Bring along your swimwear and enjoy a refreshing cold swim on the beautiful little beach, kayak or snorkel between the rocks. Souvenir and snacks can be bought at the shop.

🏖️🐧 Boulders Beach in South Africa is a magical showcase of earth and ocean, dedicated to the majestic African penguins! 🌍🌊 🌟💫 Stepping onto the beach feels like entering a wonderland. The sight of adorable penguins waddling along the shore is an enchanting experience that brings pure joy to the heart. 🐧💕 🏝️ The contrast of the large boulders against the soft sands creates a unique and picturesque landscape, making Boulders Beach a true gem along the South African coastline. 🌅🏝️ 🌊 The gentle lapping of the ocean against the rocks provides a soothing soundtrack to the magical show of these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. 🌊🐧 😊👫 Boulders Beach is a perfect destination for families and wildlife enthusiasts alike. The proximity to these charming penguins creates a connection with nature that is both heartwarming and educational. 🚸🌿 🌅📸 The photographic opportunities are endless, capturing the harmony between the penguins, the rocks, and the sea. It's a place where the beauty of the Earth and the wonders of the ocean come together in perfect harmony. 📷🌊 🐧🌊 If you're in South Africa, Boulders Beach is a must-visit destination. It's a magical encounter with nature's marvels, leaving you with a heart full of warmth and memories. Highly recommended! 👏💙

OMG! Visually, this place was so dreamy with all the penguins. Please do bear the smell though :-D They are so funny to watch, please do visit in the evening time, the colors are good and you will have a good view of the dolls. The train ride to here is something not be missed for the solo travellers.

Totally worth a trip to see the penguins, but do yourself a favor and visit on a weekday. The weekends are busy and the beach is small. If you prefer to save some cash just take the boardwalk and you'll be able to see plenty of penguins along the walk.

Very nice place with penguins everywhere! I have the experience to watch them closely for the first time! Had bought so many souvenirs from their shop and shops nearby. I recommend visiting the place at least once. Watch out! There could be a runaway under your car!

Stunning natural environment for the penguins to enjoy their sunbathing and swimming. This is a dream and I love going to visit the penguins. Most of the areas are gated off where you shouldn’t walk to leave the penguins to have a safe breeding zone. Pro tip: I’ve paid to go inside the area and wouldn’t necessarily recommend paying. You can go visit them for free if you go towards the left from the parking lot. Go towards the beach and you’ll see plenty of penguins sunbathing, swimming and hanging by their dens. Pro pro tip: bring a blanket and picnic because it’s a beach. You’ll get to hang out with them and have a good time with friends or a romantic date.

Boulders Beach was one of the highlights of our trip to Cape Town, and our entire visit to South Africa. It’s easy to reach by car from Cape Town, but there are plenty of organised tours if you don’t have a car – so make sure it’s in your itinerary. Upon arrival at the entrance area, you buy your ticket and enter the protected beach area. There are two sides to the walkway as you enter, you can either go straight forward or to the right. Both routes end in a viewing platform at either side of the beautiful beach, alongside the colony of African penguins that live there. The penguins are very playful and curious, and don’t seem at all bothered by your presence. You can get quite close whilst on the viewing platforms, but for obvious reasons you can’t go too near to them. We had the pleasure of seeing lots of young baby penguins, and they just melt your heart with cuteness. Overall we were there for about an hour, just watching and witnessing these charismatic animals in their natural environment. It’s a must do for anyone visiting Cape Town – you simply can’t miss it!

If you love Penguins it's worth it. The lines were so long and honestly, we spent more time in line than I did in the Penguin area. We went and it was very crowded. We walked down to see the Penguins, took a few photos and left. It was hard to just stay and relax as everyone was pushing for a spot on the railing. The gift shop was crowded, hard to shop but they did have e several cute items.

Boulders Beach is a true natural wonder that leaves an indelible mark on anyone fortunate enough to visit. Nestled on the Cape Peninsula in South Africa, this pristine beach is world-renowned for one remarkable feature: its adorable, endearing penguin colony. The sight of African penguins waddling on the powdery sands and swimming gracefully in the clear, azure waters is a true delight, making Boulders Beach a must-visit destination for wildlife enthusiasts and families alike. The beach itself, with its sheltered coves and unique granite boulders that lend it its name, is a serene and beautiful setting for a day of relaxation. The wooden boardwalks that wind through the dunes provide excellent vantage points for penguin-watching and capture the essence of the environment without disturbing it. The pristine, turquoise waters beckon for a refreshing swim, and the surrounding area offers opportunities for picnicking and exploration. Boulders Beach is a captivating blend of nature and adventure, making it a gem along South Africa's stunning coastline.

The most beautiful views! It almost seems unreal. My friends and I went to Boulders Beach two different times over the course of a week and both times were amazing and beautiful. The water isn't as cold as you would normally expect from the Cape Town ocean, but this is due to the beach being on the Indian Ocean side of the peninsula. There weren't any strong currents or big waves, so it was a very calm, peaceful and easy swim. If you feel adventurous enough to swim around and climb over and around some boulders you'll see penguins close enough to touch! - but don't hahaha. One thing that is important to note though is the fact that, if you are South African, you need your ID or drivers license to prove that you are, in fact, South African or you would have to pay tourist rates. While acknowledging the need for a difference in rates, a more moderate gap between tourist and local rates would enhance the overall experience for all visitors. The facilities are well-kept and the beach is clean. There are also little wooden benches along the side of the beach under the trees for you to leave your belongings on. All things considered, I would encourage anyone and everyone to go see the penguins and enjoy this lovely beach during their Cape Town endeavours.

A Charming Encounter with Nature Yesterday's visit to Boulder Beach offered a quaint and unique experience, showcasing nature's marvels in a compact, yet enriching visit. Nestled near Simon's Town, Boulder Beach is famed for its protected colony of African penguins, visible through strategically placed wooden walkways. Although not sprawling with endless activities, the site provides a tranquil getaway to observe these charming creatures in their natural habitat. The beach's location offers a serene backdrop, perfect for those looking to escape the city's bustle. Its setup, emphasizing conservation and wildlife protection, ensures every visitor leaves with a greater appreciation for nature's intricacies. The entry fee of 190RMB, while steep for a visit lasting no more than 30-45 minutes, contributes to the ongoing conservation efforts, ensuring the penguins thrive in a protected environment. During our off-peak visit, the absence of large crowds allowed for a more personal experience, enabling us to admire the penguins' antics without the usual hustle and bustle. The well-maintained walkways and viewing platforms provided ample opportunities for photography and quiet reflection.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful sandy beach, full of wonderful penguins, it is nice to see these cute creatures up close, suitable for children and family🌹 (Original) شاطئ رملي جميل ،،، مليئة بالبطاريق الرائعة من الجميل مشاهدة هذة الكائنات اللطيفة عن قرب ،، مناسب للأطفال والعائلة🌹

The absolute highlight of my entire cape peninsula journey. You get to chill with penguins on a beach! Yes, you read that correctly. Where else in the world can you do that? You'll find a massive penguin colony at Boulders Beach. There are sooooo many penguins. I sat down on the beach next to the penguins while listening to the crashing waves and admiring just how awkward a penguin is on land. They are so cute! I've never experienced anything like this. Definitely go to Boulders Beach. The beach itself is so beautiful with all of these towering boulders which become hiding spots for the penguins. The water is inviting and it's a great place to just relax with the penguins.

If you are in the area, please make a stop and watch these amazing animals. It was the first time for me to experience Penguins in real life and to see them in their own habitat! .. It was just so peaceful to be able to sit and see what they do. 🐧

Penguins galore! 🐧 A fun place for kids to experience along with spending some time at the ocean. The water is fantastic. You may decide to enter the park by paying, which allows you to experience the private beach area. You may decide to take a stroll along the boardwalk and see the penguins relaxing. It smells, but it's their habitat.

A beautiful penguins haven. It was good to see them in their natural habitat. 😍 There was a strong wind and sand blowing at the time of our visit, so they weren't moving much,but rather were huddled together facing away from the wind most time. Maybe visiting much later during summer when the winds aren't so strong you might just get lucky and see them moving and playing around.

Always a great time at Boulders Beach. This beach is very safe, closed off and well maintained. Remember to bring your ID or driver's license (R42 pp for South African citizens). Usually opens at 08:00 am

Very busy, not worth going to the beach all the people had chased away all the penguins. The walkway/lookout point was a lot better, got to see some really cute penguins. As you enter the parking lot there is a path leading to the left, that was a really nice walk with very few people and a lot of dassies.

So refreshing to see animals NOT begging for food and super cute scenes of penguins with their babies! We aĺl loved this trip to Boulders! And all for R40 odd bucks pp!

The Boulders Penguin Colony helps to conserve the African Penguin ( or Jackass Penguin) which is now an endangered species. You can pay to into the colony - free entrance of you have a Wildcard. You can also see the penguins as you walk along the path - this is a well maintained planked walkway. You can see some penguins nesting close to the fence. There is another path through a gate which leads to beautiful spots where you can picnic on the rocks and swim in the bay. Beautiful clean white sandy beaches.

Definitely the place you want to go to see penguins in their beachside habitat. The park is quite small and takes about an hour to see everything there is to see here. Also… don’t touch the penguins or let your kids touch them. I saw a kid get pecked when a parent let their kid reach past the fence to try to touch on the the birds… be respectful and stay safe.

Boulders Penguin colony is such a wonderful place. The Penguins can be see in their natural ecosystem at very close range. There is also a nice shop for those who feel like buying souvenirs. Not far from the colony, the Seaforth restaurant serves delicious food. I had unforgettable memories and I definitely recommend it.

We had a memorable day visiting Boulders Beach. The beach is beautiful and of course its star is the penguins colony. What adorable little creatures!!! They seem to be completely accustomed to people, in some cases you even think they pose for taking them photographs. Definitely worth visiting if you happen to be in Cape Town.

Beautiful place to catch the penguins and there were plenty to see. Walk along the board walk if you think the access fee isn't worth paying and you will still get a view of the penguins from far. You will also run into a dassie or two.

S.A. Big 5 and now Penguins? Wow. Just amazing trip we've been having all in one country Here if you have the WILD CARD it's free entrance. So remember to bring it with your IDs. Def very cool to see penguins come here to chill. These are African penguins and are different from other penguins in the world. We even witnessed a Seagull snatch a penguins egg to eat. In the animal kingdom, nothing is safe and a mistake will cost lives... Such incredible sceney. Boulder beach isn't huge, but we spent a good 3 hours here. Remember to stop by the visitor center to reload some energy with their ice cream freezer.

A short visit to this lovely location to see the penguins. It was definitely well worth our journey as there were many birds and even a few Dassies (a mammal that is only found in this region). We arrived very early and it was quiet with no ques. You are able to walk on a wooden walkway, all the way down to the beach and see the penguins in their nests, sunbathing and swimming. It was clean with good toilet facilities and a nice gift shop.

The most popular recreational spot is Boulders Beach, but the penguins are best viewed from Foxy Beach, where newly constructed boardwalks take visitors to within a few meters of the birds. It is also a popular swimming beach, although people are restricted to beaches adjacent to the penguin colony.

(Translated by Google) The beach section is part of Table Mountain National Park and home to a colony of African penguins that has only been settled here for around 40 years. The colony initially expanded extremely. The stock is already in decline. This type of penguin is considered endangered. From the visitor center you can reach the beach via footbridges and watch the hustle and bustle of the not shy penguins up close. (Original) Der Strandabschnitt ist Teil des Tafelberg-Nationalparks und Heimat einer Brillenpinguin-Kolonie, die erst seit ca. 40 Jahren hier angesiedelt ist. Die Kolonie hat sich anfangs extrem vergrößert. Der Bestand ist aber schon rückläufig. Diese Art der Pinguine gilt als gefährdet. Vom Besucherzentrum aus kann man über Stege den Strand erreichen und das Treiben der nicht scheuen Pinguine aus der Nähe beobachten.

(Translated by Google) Nice beach to watch penguins (Original) Leuk strand om pinguïns te kijken

The boulders beach is a beautiful beach with towering boulders that serve as a hide out for the penguins. It is so lovely here . You get to see lots and lots of the penguins all over the beach, with some hiding in the grasses , sitting on the rocks and others swimming. There are sign boards showing their life cycle, their survival, feeding , mating and others that greatly informs you about penguins. The beach is very clean and the walkways was fenced away from the penguins. There are shops selling artifacts , cosmetics and others before getting to the beach. There is an entrance fee here.

Loved it

(Translated by Google) Praia dos Pinguins is a place that has to be visited! The ride is fast, but very special! Do it together with the Cape of Good Hope! (Original) Praia dos Pinguins é um lugar que tem que ser visitado! O passeio é rápido, mas muito especial! Faça-o junto com o Cabo da Boa Esperança!

(Translated by Google) Nice beach to see the penguins 🐧 (Original) Bonita playa para ver a los pingüino 🐧

(Translated by Google) Great for kiting! BUT take care of your things and don't leave anything lying around on the beach. Otherwise it's gone when you come back from the water. Nothing should be visible in the car either. Wind is more onshore, but the wave is great for that. I thought the spot was great. (Original) Super zum kiten! ABER passt auf eure Sachen auf und lasst nichts am Strand rumliegen. Das ist sonst weg, wenn ihr vom Wasser wieder kommt. Auch im Auto sollte nichts sichtbar sein. Wind ist eher onshore, dafür ist die Welle super. Ich fand den Spot großartig.

Huge colony of penguins, wonderful to look at. Thoroughly cute and you get right up close to them. Makes for a great half-day outing.

My favourite beach in the deep south. The water is lovely!

Couldn't get onto the beach due to Covid otherwise great experience.

Excellent place for the whole family. Beautiful beach and very kind parking attendants. Pleasant experience

Absolutely great place that you should have seen once when you are in South Africa. I am always happy to be here ..

Penguins!! If you have a chance to watch Penguin Town on Netflix before you come here, you'll appreciate it that much more. It was so wonderful watching them doing their penguin things 🐧We could have stayed here and watched them for our whole trip❤

Great place to visit, take a walk through the special viewing paths made to see and also smell those little penguins.

R40 Entry per adult for South Africans citizens. Bring your ID book or driver license to get your discount. You can pay with cash or card. Definitely worth the visit. Great family outing! Wheel-chair friendly. Beautiful views. You get to see some penguins up close. Best times to spot the penguins are early mornings and evenings.

Amazing experience and well maintained. If you a South African ensure that you have your SA ID or copy with you to get the benefit of the local rate.

Great stretch of beach. Clean and well maintained. Not sure why they allow so many people on that beach with the penguins

Lovely fresh air,clean & peaceful,loved the long walk & seeing the penguins close up

This is such an outstanding place. With penguins up close and beautiful sea views, it's too good. This park is for the preservation of the penguin colony on a small piece of the beach. Entrance for adult SA residents is R42. With that you get to go onto the viewing deck to see the penguins and then enter the beach where the penguins live. It was so beautiful, the penguins even swim by you even though they are not to be interacted with it was still amazing.

Nice to see if you’ve never been before, but once is enough. There are two areas, the beach and the ‘colony’. One ticket purchased at either works for both. The beach is properly tiny and usually crowded with way too many people on weekends. Don’t expect to see more than one or two penguins there. The colony has loads of penguins that one can view from a raised walkway. Don’t go there thinking you’re going to ‘swim with penguins’. The penguins usually just stand there doing nothing. Very cheap if you’re South African. Much more expensive if you’re from out of country but still cheap with the exchange rates.

Really great setup for visitors to see the penguins without disturbing them. Loved the really cute African penguins. The penguins were super sweet, the staff at the entrance and in the shop etc were the opposite. Disengaged and disinterested. It’s a pity really as that’s what tourists are left with when they visit! A disengaged and really unfriendly group of staff. Would still recommend to go and visit. Just don’t hold your breath if you are wanting a welcoming smile at the entrance.

Beautiful experience. The penguins are so adorable, seeing them both in the distance or up close on the rocks. The water is so clear and blue like a mermaid lagoon. The staff in the shop are amazing and so friendly, me and my boyfriend were talking to them for ages! A very special place. Can't wait to go back 🖤🐧🐧

The penguins were adorable! And it was nesting season so you got to see all the mama penguins taking care of their eggs and laying on them in the sand. We also got to see several penguins swim while the waves were coming. They do close earlier at 5pm so be mindful of that

Sweet spot to observe the penguins. From this entrance you can only observe them from a platform. If you want to go on the beach, swim and be closer to the penguins you need to go to the “beach entrance” which is 300m away. We were misguided and went to the platform. There’s an entrance fee for both entrance (need to pay 2x).

Nice and relaxing walk from the parking area. There's a little market with traditional African souvenir sellers. The walk is free and you can see many penguins along the walk. It's child and wheelchair friendly. Great photo opportunities. You can choose to enter the paid area where you can actually swim with the penguins or the free walk. Locals and foreigners pay different prices,😔 . A great place to visit. There are a few restaurants on either side of the walk, also a little tuck shop that sells chips and soft drinks. Enjoy!!!!

Swim with penguins! Boulders beach is the best little beach ever! Extremely intimate as the penguins come first! When it's summer it's protected by the wind and is the perfect day out. Learn to share your surroundings with the penguins and always give them right of way! Don't feed them! There is an entrance fee, but it's worth it! Get there super early as you can because it feels up quickly! Bliss!

Out of world experience. Its not everyday you come across place like this. Very calm and beautiful, natural scenic. Only place where you can see penguins. Very well maintained. Beaches are very clean like crystal. Nearly 1.5 hour drive from Capetown and is amongst the must visit places of capetown.

Awesome place and great experience. Nice little walks and view points and the ocean looked great the day we went. A bit cold but that was expected. Definitely recommended to go early as the crowds were in force. A beautiful place to swim and just check out nature at its best. Beautiful.

Who doesn’t love penguins? I have never seen one before until I stopped here. So glad I did. They were all over the beach and boulders here mostly sunning themselves! Great elevated boardwalks with views of the oceans! If you are driving by you have to stop or make a half day trip of it from Cape Town. Driving through the local towns is interesting!

Very busy and viewing platforms get full quick. So lovely to see the cute little penguins but no interactions permitted. Had to keep moving and short time to view as many other people pouring in. Remember to take your ID with otherwise you land up paying international visitors rate.

It's a lovely scenic beach with lots of penguins on show. I just felt like there wasn't much else to do. Other reviews I read made it out like you could interact with the penguins, but that wasn't the case. There's actually warnings not to touch them and also fines if you do so. It's a nice visit, but a long drive from the centre of the city with not very much else to do, unless you are heading towards Cape of Good Hope, Simon's Town or Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

A must see attractions if you want to see penguins while in Capetown . It’s a decent drive around 90 and if you take a longer option on google maps , you can enjoy a more scenic route. You have to pay to enter the beach and will be on a platform so not super close to penguins but still very close . Depending on the time of day you will a certain number but almost anytime there are bunch of them there . There are alternate ways to see them without paying any money too or to get close to them you can enter either ends of the beach . I will recommend this activity in addition to the drive and maybe south of good hope .

Be aware that construction is taking place there at the moment. But, what a phenomenal spot! Because it was during the week, it was full but not packed. Find a lovely spot under the trees to have lunch and then moved down closer to the water. Water is calm, an occasional small ripple as the tide came i, but it was clear, clean water on white sand. You can literally see the schools of tiny fish under the surface, close to the shore . Super safe for the kiddo . You don't have to stress that the tide will pull them in like some of the beaches on our shores. Going back up was a bit challenging for me due to my health, it's a bit steep with many steps. I had to stop every few paces to catch my breath but made it eventually 😅 So worth it!!

African penguins in their natural habitat. Gets very busy though. The walkways have been built around their environment so you can observe at a close up but it needs a bit of an expansion. There is also an area where you can swim but doubt the penguins will get too close!

Boulders Beach is one of Cape Town's most beautiful attractions. You can see some of the coastline by car. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes. The place is very popular, so it's important to go early to avoid a huge queue. The site has the famous penguins, some curiosities about the species, facts and important information. I would like to point out that the organization of the space could make visitors aware not to litter or feed the animals (as I unfortunately saw an old lady throwing paper), which could harm the animals. You can see the penguins up close and there is a small path where you can even see some birds.

The place to visit penguin 🐧 . Our good that these cute animals are separated from the other animal visiting. The way these penguins 🐧 are behaving is eye-catching. Sometimes even wondering who is observing who. Nice experience

This beach seems so calm and serene. I really wished we spent more time as a tour or I came here separately since I crammed everything during my time here in this country. Definitely worth a visit for swimming which I regret not doing. The penguins are obviously the main attraction so you will be entertained by them when they are active. I suggest take a half day and go here for swimming.

Very well managed national park area, kids loved it

Nice secluded beach area, with a clean beach and gentle waves making for a pleasant visit for young children and parents alike. Easy walking distance to the main beach area which has a coffee shop, many curio stalls and access to ablution amenities.

Beautiful place and home for the penguins. They stink but they are cute.

This is a breathtaking place on earth. I have never seen penguin captivity in life and this was once in a life time experience. I have seen penguins laying eggs as well and it was worth a visit. We had a tour guide who helped us exploring the area. But very beautiful place this is and it’s a must visit

Lovely views and seeing the penguins memorable. Definitely worth the visit

Always a treat to visit the penguins! Although we didn't see many penguins it is still an awesome place to visit. The views, the scenery, all absolutely worth the visit!

Fantastic to see so many healthy happy penguins. The walkway is very well done.

Such a lovely walk. Calm and the penguins looks so content

Nice to see our wildlife being protected. And a very nice walk through as well

A gem! From white sanded beaches, to a lovely turquoise coloured ocean with a few African Penquins here and there.

Very neat and great to see conservation at work!

Beautiful place my My kids enjoy enjoy seeing the penguin's

(Translated by Google) Lots of penguins. (Original) Hodně tučňáků.

Full full

Beautiful

Beautiful Beach

Loved it. Lovely to see the penguins.

Very educational place to bring kids so that learn about the nesting of penquins as well as the habitat. The reason why we should recycle all plastic stuff in order to keep our oceans clean.

First time and loved it.

Beautiful 😍

Such a beautiful and unique place

For me, bringing the family here or just taking a ride out to escape the city is always a Plan A.

It's a beautiful place but unfortunately I could not enjoy this beautiful place because of lockdown.

Afrikan penguin is a must visit place when you are in cape Town don't mis it help the sustainable of the African penguin as you buy a ticket to explore the centuary at Boulders Beach

Was unable to go down to beach side to see penguins, so was not worth the stop

Nice

Good experience to see penguins

I've never seen so many penguin in my life and also learned a lot about them

May penguins

Very cute

Awesome experience

Worth going

The penguins 🐧 are right next to you!

Nature at its best

Loved it

African penguins at Boulders Beach, South Africa. A delight for children and in fact all ages.

Did not have our ID's

Nice outing wirh the family.

Overpriced Rude worker by the reception on the 24 of December at 2 pm

The place closed

Lovely snorkel time and good crew, take warm swimgear

Must be the best beach in the Cape Peninsula. The penguins are very special. Almost no wind even on the worst days with wind. No entrance fee if you have a Wild card, but worth every penny!

One of the best places in South Africa to watch the endangered African penguins. You will love the beautiful drive by the coastline from Muizenberg to Boulders. As you enter the ticket counter, the boardwalk leads you through the beautiful white sand dunes to the colony of penguins. If you have kids and love beaches this place has a small beach by the rocks which gives a feel of a pool and really fun and safe. It's a good place to spend some time; you can go watch the penguins and on your way back spend some fun time at the beach.

What a beautiful place in South Africa could stay there the whole day with the penguins. A must for everyone

Tranquil, beautiful, sheltered from the elements. Quite the experience to be able to mingle with the Penguins. Truly fantastic!

Really had an awesome time, my grandchildren loved it, the only thing that was disappointing, was that it closed too early, but otherwise i had an amazing day

Perfect for you to take your kids..or to have a relaxing beach day.

Our family went for a Saturday morning outing! We enjoyed every moment!

Brilliant

Beautiful surroundings

A public beach where you are forced to pay? Even just to look at the penguins. Madness. Added to that, I didn't have my ID with me, so then I must pay double price because apparently they can't tell the difference between a local and a foreign accent. There is also no social distancing. People are cramped on this "private" beach, not a mask in sight.

Nice foot path, walking next to the penguins.

BEAUTIFUL

What a wonderful experience to penguins close up.

Penguin roaming around freely in numbers its just joy to watch

Amazing experiance

Beautiful beach. Small and secluded. The water is calm and you don't really get waves. It's stunning to swim in. You will see lots of penguins. It truly is a beautiful and special place.

A fairly small and cosy cove, you get to swim among the penguins in water that isn't too cold. Many rocks to climb, making this beach worthy of its name sake. Just watch out for knocking into rocks while you're in the water, and also the tide that will quickly make the beach disappear in the afternoon.

Really good experience especially for the kids. Beautiful views as well. We opted for the free walk outside the park and still saw allot. Well worth it.

Okay, so this place is absolutely amazing. So fun.

Boulders Beach is a sheltered beach made up of inlets between granite boulders, from which the name originated. It is located on the Cape Peninsula, in Simon's Town, a suburb of Cape Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is also commonly known as Boulders Bay.It is a popular tourist spot because of a colony of African penguins which settled there in 1982. Boulders Beach forms part of the Table Mountain National Park.

What a nice relaxing walk. Wonderful to see the area kept so nice and clean even the restrooms were neat, tidy and odorless.

You will not regret going out to see the penguins at boulders Beach. You can go to the beach and swim and spend a day out with your family or friends or you could even just go to see the penguins on the other side of the beach. The place is well maintained and they really do a fantastic job looking after the place as well as the penguins.

Went there late on a Friday was so clean, refreshing penguins where everywhere loved it big time! Definitely coming back to just chill and meditate as the beach was quite at the time I was there.

Breathtaking beauty of nature defines the place

Lovely place as always.

Love the nature

Bonito lugar, se pueden sacar icreibles fotos y el lugar está bien cuidado, el único problema es el precio

Don't miss out on Boulders Beach. Beautiful and well maintained.

Poor service from the kiosk. They take your entry fee but dont tell you is full. And them will not return your monies. Shamful scam from the City of Cape Town.

Had the best day ever

My favorite spot to swim in cape Town

Please remember that you should find a parking spot early and also bring lots of sunscreen

If you love penguins, don't hesitate, check it out!

Beautiful view and very relaxing when you with your girlfriend

We saw quite a lot of penguins close by. So nice seeing them in the wild

(Translated by Google) It is definitely worth a visit! (Original) Einen Besuch ist es unbedingt wert!!!

So beautiful beach

Absolutely amazing

Excellent place for little swimmers.

Probably one of the most beautiful places in the country

Well maintained , well done team

What an incredible experience, the South African penguins are really incredible to watch. There is a great boardwalk walkway through the dunes to the beach. The penguins ate just walking about and ignoring the tourists as they go about their busy day.

Penguins are so cute! They just walk around you and they will swim around you!

Excellent cared for animals. Well maintained paths well done

I day well spent beautiful place

Super Nice 😊

Beautiful!

Beautiful beach, full of penguins. Very worth the while

Warm waters at the tidal pool, penguins create a brilliant vibe, 1 price see and swim... Oh and the water is exceptionally warm

What an awesome spot to come relax for the day. Such a nice break from the busy lifestyle.

Beautiful

Swim with penguins! Beautiful small beach

Awrsome

I love penguins. I love watching them and I loved seeing them here

5 min away from home...nice stretch of beach to walk

Not safe

Went for a brisk walk to shake off the lock-down stiffness and get some fresh air. Fellow beach goers are friendly and I scored some beautiful shells.

Went early ,was not crowded, had a good swim, lifeguards were visible, sand just needs to be cleared every now and then , some people have no regard for an awesome spot and litter

Always nice ..see flee market on sundays

Clean and not as crowded as Surfer's corner. Finding parking was easy.

Great beach, dog friendly, not super busy on week days.

amazing African Penguin colonies remaining. you will see the penguins and they often wander along the beach.you can see many penguin nearby and you can spot them nesting if you look carefully. There is a large parking area available. Best times to spot the penguins are early mornings and evenings.

Penguin Nest ( Boulder's Beach ) This is a nice place to see Penguin in their kingdom. Well maintained by authorities for animal welfare. Photographers can spot nesting, feeding, fishing as well as hatching. There is also a public beach nearby where you can enjoy a bath. This place has a parking, accessible to wheel chair & washrooms. There is no restaurant on the site but nearby there are a lot of them in Simon's Town. Time required to visit is 1-2 hrs. There is a lot of walking about 1-2 km.

Wonderful to see all the penguins up close. Beautiful views of the animals and the sea! R40 Entry per adult for South Africans. Cash or card. Definitely worth the visit. Remember to wear your sunscreen. There are quite a few steps so keep this in mind should you have mobility issues. Great family outing!

A great place to see Penguins up close. They seem not to mind the closeness of humans and often stroll up the the road or parking area. They have a restricted area where they gather en-masse. The beach and surrounding area is quite peaceful, so definitely worth a visit and the entry fee is not that expensive.

This is one of the largest African Penguin colonies remaining. It is easy to see the penguins and they often wander along the beach. There is a cordoned off section where you won’t be allowed to enter, but the penguins do move close by. There are penguin burrows nearby and you can spot them nesting if you look carefully. There is a large parking area available. Best times to spot the penguins are early mornings and evenings. Please don’t feed the penguins and don’t touch them. These are critically endangered animals.

Beautiful penguin colony. Lovely to walk the boardwalks. Pity that the beaches are closed, but it is necessary. Most people have masks, but a few choose to ignore the rules. Be safe and keep your distance

Absolutely INCREDIBLE! What was really appreciated is that South African Citizens pay a very limited entrance fee!

This is an absolutely beautiful place! We weren’t happy about the price difference for locals vs tourists but it was still totally worth it. Its 170 rand per person for tourists. I believe it’s 40 rand for locals. It’s about 45 min from the city. My husband was able to swim with the penguins and had such a cool experience. We were there around 9am and around 11am it was getting busier. There is a limit and after that they won’t let you in. We are currently traveling the world and are exploring our way through Cape Town or more like eating our way through haha. Follow us on Instagram @isaac_shilpa

A definite spot to enjoy the African penguin colony . Lovely shaded boardwalk with close proximity to penguins and their chick's ... always a special treat for young and old

Penguins are great, the parking was a nightmare.

Peaceful, cool north made the sea flat, water clear and warm, relaxing

Brilliant beach space to visit on a sunny day..

Tops

Boulders was amazing but parking was a huge problem and I was forced to take the family to misty Cliffs.

Brilliant beach. Always great to see the penguins and swim in the crystal clear waters.

Nice and clean beach. Lot of penguins.

So cool. Swim next to the penguines. Stunning.

pathetic

Clean beaches, clear water and safe parking.

My gs

I had a swim in the sea and I could see some Penguins in the crystal clear water at the same time - just amazing and so beautiful

(Translated by Google) Magnificent (Original) Magnifique

Awesome day at boulder's got to swim with some penguins to

Small area to explore but with stunning views!

The staff who assist at the entrance are so helpful and friendly. Beautiful beach.

Love the little creatures!

Penguins in Africa yay

It's awesome got the opportunity to see the penguins really up close as well as swim with them✨

Fantastic and healing to the soul being close to nature, God's creation.

Those penguins were very very very veryyyyy cute. A place everyone wants to see amidst the city life.

Water was amazing . Crowd was a bit rough They should get more security

I am an animal and nature lover, so it was amazing to see the penguins up close in their own zone. Notes to mention, there are different prices for South African citizens, SADC citizens and foreigners. PLEASE TAKE YOUR I.D. OR DRIVERS LICENSE WITH YOU. They will not give you the S. A. Prices without it.

Absolutely beautiful place to take the kids and adds beauty to your pics.

It's an expensive visit but when you see the effort and maintenance that goes into looking after the beach and penguins it is well worth it. Penguins are adorable and playful and an absolute delight. Also a spectacular beach.

Worth a visit

Great staff at the shop, affordable and Convinient

Interesting and very educational..

Love it

This is a hidden gem David Attenborough will do his nut if he discovered our Pengy's...no place like it in the world...I can spend hours here in southern paradise.

beautiful one-of-a-kind in the world full of beautiful trees and pathways and rocks

Nice place to go and see and learn about these little guys (penguins) and learn about the effort to conserve them. Also, learn about how we're choking the oceans and the life in them with our plastic.

So cool if you want to see some penguins up close in person. The penguins are so cute and you won't be disappointed with the view. Great thing to do in Simon's Town.

Nice place near Simon's Town where the local gang of penguins likes to hang out and play. Plus the occasional dassie. Both are rather cute to watch and the whole area is well kept and informative. Definitly worth visiting if you are nearby.

The staff at the entrance were very friendly. She almost made me feel like she is doing me a favour. It was cloudy when we were there on Tuesday. The penguins are busy shedding their winter coats so they are not so active.

Great beach. Quite which is lovely, especially the opposite side of the penguin colony. Swimming water and not ice cold.

Was so lovely to see penguins up close. It is run by San Parks, perfectly

To listen to the beautiful sounds of these beautiful birds come and witness everything by yourself and make sure to bring a camera and at the same time friends and family take a nice walk and enjoy the life of these birds. It is such an amazing thing to see and witness.

Don't miss the opportunity to observe African penguins within their natural environment. If you're near the area of Simon's Town it is a must visit as you get to see them really close. Amazing experience for kids and adults alike. You can easily spend quite some time here, but it gets chilly and windy from time to time so be prepared accordingly.

Wonderful place, the bright lady sitting at the ticket booth thought we foreigners.

Oh such a beautiful place. It was very cute seeing the penguins. A lovely walk in the nature. I really enjoyed myself. Definitely a place to see

It honestly felt as though we were in another country. Beautiful turquoise waters. You have a chance to see the penguins and can also swim with them aswell.

Fabulous safe little beach to take the kids. Swimming between the boulders or sunning yourself on top of them. Then there are the penguins, besides from being such cute funny little things, their populations are endangered and need all the help they can get from us. Don't forget it's a pay beach in Table Mountain National Park.

This place is so cute and dreamy with hundreds and penguins running around. It is a fun place for kids and small family outing. The great thing about this place is that you can always stop for nearby lunch after right around the corner.

Great place to take your friends if they are visiting Cape Town. Your entrance fee gets you into the viewing area of the penguins and then walk down Willis walkway to the actual beach. Once on the beach is nice and secluded and a great little area to swim in. They are doing great work to keep this African Penguin colony growing.

Lovely secluded beach! Entry fee Adults R42 Kids R12...but free if you just want to walk on boardwalk to scope penguins.

Penguin's of South Africa.. If you have seen Netflix Penguin's Webseries then this is a must visit you can recall all the places shown in series from the beach to parking bays to some nice houses !! Must visit to see this unique summer penguin's !!

Such a lovely outing and experience, the kids would just love to see all the penguins and the beautiful view.

Lovely learning about our African penguins and seeing them for the first time in real life.

Choose a good day when we went to Boulders beach it started drizzling and it was cold so our visit was rushed..after a long drive..parking can b difficult to get since its for both the beach and the penguin visitors...the penguins r so cute and well behaved 🐧🐧loved it..its worth a visit

Wonderful place. I like watching these cute creatures. They look so innocent and the day after the meeting with penguins makes my day even better. They are also in a lot of places around but here is the majority of the whole colony. Absolutely worthy to spend some time here😍

This is one of my favourite beaches. Free entrance if you have a Wildcard. Warm water, protected from the currents and wind. Child friendly and always feels like an adventure when there. Please keep a distance from the penguins.

You've just got to love these penguins! Boulders is a great experience. Well-maintained and neat, as with all national parks there is a very reasonable entrance fee (R53) for locals. The gift/souvenir shop at the exit is lovely, jam-packed with penguin themed mementos.

Lovely little beach... 💜 tiny so limited space... Best to go early on weekends / peak season. Be sure to check the tide times and get there well before high tide, so half the sand area gets covered by the ocean... the walk over to the penguins is so beautiful, and the water makes you feel like you're on a tropical island 🏝

Boulders Beach was so beautiful and worth the visit. The kids really loved seeing the penguins close up. It was such a lovely family outing. If you want to visit the beach you muat be there early because they only allow a certain number of people on the beach and finding parking can be a problem.

Thought this would be a long drive from the city to Boulders Beach expecting some weird oversized rocks with penguins all over the place but nope I was so wrong. The parking was decent and as we walked towards the penguin sanctuary , it was such a beautiful sight to see an amazing beach with penguins everywhere, laying and swimming around huge boulders. As we walked a long the path, penguins were visible close by and we all were enjoying their company. Got to the paypoint , in we went and enjoyed the short walk to the beach point flooded with the penguins just doing their thing. Really amazing.

Great place to check out the penguins. The walkways make it very easy for almost anyone to gain access to look at the penguins. There is a route with stairs and one without. You can get really up and close to the penguins lounging around close to their homes. Then you can go out on the other route and make it out to the beach where the penguins head out to go fishing. Great if you have a Wild Card as entry is free. Parking is a bit of a challenge on busy days and this is the only reason I cannot score them higher.

I haven't been in years but it was definitely worth the drive. We truly are blessed to have the opportunity to share the beach and sea with penguins... where else in the world can you do such things and in such a beautiful environment as well. BONUS you get to contribute to Sanparks as well 🥰

Managed to avoid peak time, walked the boardwalk down to the beach to see the colony. Penguins in their natural habitat, the place is well maintained. Will definitly go again.

A great place to go and see the penguins! I’ve been coming here since I was a child and it’s always a good time. You get to walk along the boardwalk and take in the view of the coast and ocean along with the penguins (and the occasional dassie). There are information boards along the way and lookout spots perfectly placed. This is a great family outing and an awesome experience for locals and tourists. Prices are also very reasonable for locals. Will definitely be back again, would highly recommend.

A little pricey at R420 for international tourists, but well worth the visit and they're doing a lot to raise awareness and encourage breeding. Parking is just about 100m from the entrance and you can get up close to the penguins, whilst not disturbing them too much. There's 2 walkways - one that takes you to the penguins on the beach, another to explore the burrows and cute chicks. There's toilets and a great shop, plus locals selling trinkets by the car park ... and a cafe / ice cream place!

Nothing like penguins to make a girl happy! Beautiful day. It was a bit too busy and the international tourists don't give other people time to observe the penguins on the viewing decks. The beach section was lovely but a bit of a scramble to get over the boulders and if it is high tide definitely going to get wet. Great to see South African prices, but more pleasant to visit when it isn't festive season

Excellent venue to enjoy the view of the magnificent Sudafricane penguins, they are quite rare and under extinction risk. We all need to protect their habitat and preserve the beach from pollution and loud . The view of these lovable animals is pretty easy and we'll organized, the staff is absolutely kind and helpful. Good ice cream shop on the way .

Beautiful Beach. Went at a very busy and popular time (December). Crowded with lots of people wanting to see the beautiful penguins. You are able to taka a stroll on the walkway and possibly spot penguins or you can pay (fees differ for locals and International visitors) and enter at the Table Mountains National Park entrance, to have an up-close view. You can go for a swim and relax under your beach umbrella. There are some stalls to purchase memorabilia. There are also restaurants and B&Bs in close proximity.

Beautiful place to visit, impressive how close you can get to the penguins and how blue the water can get. The beach is separated into two different access points, I suggest going first to the southernmost point (with closer encounters with penguins) and making your way up north (with better views of penguin groups).

Despite some occasional showers, it was still pretty busy. Nonetheless, it was amazing to see these cute animals. Also felt good to contribute for the protection of these endangered African penguins.

I am lucky and only paid like R44 to get in, but my friends were international and paid almost R200 for LITERALLY just 30 minutes. I don't think it's worth it paying that much just to see penguins chilling around. BUT ! They are absolutely adorable and if you're never going to get the chance again then perhaps it's worth it

It's the best place to hang out with adorable penguins, and I've never seen so many of them in my entire life, not to mention the charming dussies. The panoramic view was an absolute feast for the eyes, leaving me in awe of Mother Nature's breathtaking beauty. And let's talk about the ocean in Cape Town – it's simply enchanting! I couldn't get enough of its majestic waves and soothing sounds. This place has stolen my heart, and I'm head over heels in love with it! If you ever get a chance, you absolutely must experience the joy of penguins and the mesmerizing ocean in Cape Town. It's a magical adventure you'll cherish forever! 🐧🌊

This was such a lovely experience! At first we thought we would maybe see 2 or 3 penguins but we were very wrong. We saw so many penguins sitting in the beach and waddling about. Some penguins were taking a swim together which was lovely to see. There was also plenty of signs around to give information about the penguins which was very informative. A great shop at the end too for some good souvenirs.

I loved the visit to Boulder Beach. Penguins are a rare sight in Africa expect here. It's worth taking a dive out there of your in Capetown to get to see these guys, as their numbers are seriously low due to numerous factors, supporting the reserve and their efforts is important.

Penguins are the stars. The view is beautiful. Not much to do other than the beach and deck to take pics. A must do experience if you love to just see the penguins.

Stopped to see the penguins and they did not disappoint. Luckily, our guide got tickets ahead of time so we didn’t have to wait in line. Depending on the time of day, expect a wait. It’s worth it as the penguins are very close and very cute.

My best beach in Cape Town hands down. The penguin colony was so adorable and when you go near them they are hardly phased.... the big rocks ( boulders) makes the beauty of this beach plus the white sands and warm water. It doesn't get too full and I was there during peak season so that was a relief.

Absolutely wonderful nature reserve where you can get up close and personal with endangered African Penguin. Good board walk and information signage. Crowd can make viewing area a bit congested. Make sure you have plenty of time to spend to soak up the atmosphere and observe all interesting behavior of Penguin. The view of the bolder beach is spectacular in itself too.