During our visit to South Africa, I explored Boulders Beach with my two daughters, and it was an unforgettable experience. The beach is renowned for its colony of African penguins, and seeing them up close in their natural habitat was truly special.
Overall, Boulders Beach is a must-visit for families, nature enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a unique experience. The combination of stunning scenery and adorable penguins made our trip memorable.
The landscape is gorgeous—clear blue waters, soft white sands, and the impressive boulders that give the beach its name. The boardwalk leading to the main viewing spots allowed us to observe the penguins without disturbing them, and we even saw some waddling right past us on the sand! My daughters were thrilled, and it was a great chance to teach them about wildlife conservation.
Mary Johnson
South Africa
A wonderful experience to observe penguins from an elevated boardwalk so we did not disturb them! Plenty of informative signage about their behavior and characteristics. Some huts have been built to protect the eggs and parents from predators. The penguins were molting during our visit, so only a few were swimming. They get too cold swimming when they lose their feathers. It was a very educational experience. The entry fee goes towards keeping the penguins safe and educating the public. Don’t hesitate to visit!
Samuel Clark
South Africa
A must-visit destination. The beaches are breathtaking and the water is inviting. But of course, the main attraction is the penguins.
A few tips:
1) Buying a ticket grants you access to both the beach area and the observation area; there’s no need to pay twice.
2) Wild card holders enjoy reduced rates or free entry.
3) The African penguins here are becoming endangered, so support the gift shop and conservation efforts by purchasing a cute toy.
4) At the beach, you’ll see penguins sleeping and waddling. Please be respectful and keep your distance. I don’t mean to sound preachy, but it’s important to respect nature.
Enjoy! 😍
Catherine Walker
South Africa
Penguins, who doesn’t love seeing them in their natural habitat? Especially with the sun shining on you and at the beach. These penguins get to swim in beautiful turquoise waters with white sand to lay on. How cool is that?
This is a must-visit location! Seeing the penguins in their natural environment is fantastic. We were fortunate to be there during nesting and hatching time (early February). We even witnessed a seagull take an egg from a nest, fly off, and drop it to crack it open for a meal (sad yet amazing). The only downside is that as a tourist, you’re charged R215 while locals pay R50. The ticket grants access to penguin beach where you may even get the chance to swim or paddle with them.
