Photo of Witsand beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Witsand beach with turquoise pure water surface

6.8

Good

Witsand beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Witsand beach?

There are 25 places to stay in the Witsand beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Witsand beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2139373&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">WItsand Poshpackers</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=309198&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Breede River Lodge</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6732487&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kaiha (Witsand, Western Cape)</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2589070&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Net Net Holiday Home</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3433260&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Little Kokomo at The Breede</a></li></ul>

Witsand, South Africa

#101 out of 121 in Western Cape

6.8

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Witsand • 1.6 km

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About

Witsand beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 101th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 231.3 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of Witsand settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Witsand beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Infanta slipway, which has a rating of 6.7.

Witsand beach is located in Western Cape within Witsand, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+16 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

9.4 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

4.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Witsand • 1.6 km

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Located at nearest locality

Witsand • 2.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

3.4km

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6.7 Good

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Jongensgat Reserve Jongensgat Reserve

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Lappiesbaai beach Lappiesbaai beach

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Arniston beach II Arniston beach II

6.8 Good

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Arniston beach Arniston beach

6.9 Good

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Roman beach Roman beach

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Witsand • 1.6km

Main locality of province

Cape Town • 231.3km

Transport

Airport

ROD • 109.5km

Train Station

Protem • 73.1km

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6.8 Good

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Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

Zara Nalim

2 Very poor

This campsite is the worst I've ever been to. The people here show no consideration for others. The noise levels are incredibly high, with loud music playing throughout the night, especially over the New Year's holiday. It's truly a horrible place.

September 2023

Drevin Teller

6 Pleasant

I enjoyed my visit here, although there are a few issues that need addressing: Not all campsites are equipped with a barbecue?, The only trash bin is located at the entrance. The bathrooms could use some improvement in terms of cleanliness, although it's not a major concern., Apart from these minor setbacks, the view was fantastic and overall, I had a pleasant experience.

September 2023

AVEX Africa

8 Very good

The beach offers excellent amenities, including a relaxing area and a barbecue spot, along with a tidal pool nearby that kids can have fun in. Additionally, there are lifeguards present for added safety.

September 2023

Tobias Verhoeven

10 Exceptional

There are certain things that money cannot buy. However, for all other things, you can always rely on Mastercard. 😎

September 2023

Athena Smith

8 Very good

Witsand is incredibly stunning. The campsite is impeccably maintained, with the ablutions block being extremely neat and clean. It's a delightful spot for children to run around and play.

September 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Witsand beach?

The Witsand 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 Witsand beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Witsand beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Witsand beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Witsand beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Witsand beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Witsand beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Witsand beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Witsand beach?

Witsand beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Witsand beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Witsand beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Witsand beach?

There are 25 places to stay in the Witsand beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Witsand beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Witsand beach from parking?

The Witsand 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Witsand beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Witsand beach is February. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 16°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Witsand 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.Witsand 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.