Boulders Beach
Boulders Beach – The Home of our Cute Penguins
Home to Africa’s only land-based colony of African penguins, sheltered among granite boulders in Simon’s Town on the peninsula’s False Bay side. Wooden walkways let visitors get remarkably close without disturbing the colony, and the sheltered coves make for some of the calmest swimming on the peninsula. A short stop with an outsized sense of wonder — there’s something quietly moving about watching penguins waddle past on an African beach.
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Best time to visit Boulders Beach in Simons Town
The best time to visit Boulders Beach is between October and April, when Cape Town enjoys warm, sunny weather and ideal beach conditions. Early mornings and late afternoons are the perfect times to see the famous African penguins, as temperatures are cooler and the beach is less crowded. If you prefer a quieter experience, visit outside the busy summer holiday period of December and January.