Photo of Groenvlei beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Groenvlei beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Groenvlei beach with long straight shore

6.8

Good

Groenvlei beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Groenvlei beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Groenvlei beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.PiliPili Beach Restaurant and Accommodation is the closest place located 3700 meters from the beach.

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

There are 97 places to stay in the Groenvlei beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Groenvlei beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1326646&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Afrovibe Beach Lodge</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4194945&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Traders Guesthouse at Lake Pleasant Living</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4409008&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Tartaruga</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4544161&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sedgefield Beach House/Sedgefield Strandhaus</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4339644&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Elfransa Beach Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4683485&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Myoli Holiday Apartments</a></li></ul>

Kingfisher Creek, South Africa

#101 out of 121 in Western Cape

6.8

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Bright fine sand Deserted Fine sand bottom

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Located outside the settlement

Sedgefield • 4.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant PiliPili Beach Restaurant and Accommodation

8.4 - Very good 3.6km

Restaurant Afro Cafe

8 - Very good 3.6km

Cafe Sedge Bakery

9 - Excellent 4.6km

Cafe Cafe Vienna Sedgefield

8.6 - Excellent 4.7km

Cafe The Daily Grind Coffee Shop

9.8 - Exceptional 4.7km

Restaurant Steers

6.8 - Good 4.8km

Cafe TotalEnergies Sedgefield

7.6 - Very good 4.8km

Cafe Deo Gratia Coffee & Book Lounge

9.6 - Exceptional 4.9km

Restaurant Dumbbells & Ladles

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Goukamma Nature Reserve

9 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Sedgehill Lagoon View

8.8 - Excellent 4km

Tourist Attraction Maya's Motor

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Horse Fence

10 - Exceptional 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Sedgefield Lagoon Mouth

9.2 - Excellent 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Fly Time Paragliding

10 - Exceptional 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Swartvlei Beach

9.4 - Excellent 6.4km

Tourist Attraction Octopus's Garden

7.2 - Good 6.5km

Tourist Attraction Scarab Arts & Crafts Village

8.8 - Excellent 6.7km

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About

Groenvlei beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 101th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 408.6 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of Sedgefield settlement, just 4.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Groenvlei 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 Myoli beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Groenvlei beach (Western Cape) is located outside the Sedgefield settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Groenvlei beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+17 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

12.1 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

4.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Sedgefield • 4.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant PiliPili Beach Restaurant and Accommodation

8.4 - Very good 3.6km

Restaurant Afro Cafe

8 - Very good 3.6km

Cafe Sedge Bakery

9 - Excellent 4.6km

Cafe Cafe Vienna Sedgefield

8.6 - Excellent 4.7km

Cafe The Daily Grind Coffee Shop

9.8 - Exceptional 4.7km

Restaurant Steers

6.8 - Good 4.8km

Cafe TotalEnergies Sedgefield

7.6 - Very good 4.8km

Cafe Deo Gratia Coffee & Book Lounge

9.6 - Exceptional 4.9km

Restaurant Dumbbells & Ladles

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Goukamma Nature Reserve

9 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Sedgehill Lagoon View

8.8 - Excellent 4km

Tourist Attraction Maya's Motor

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Horse Fence

10 - Exceptional 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Sedgefield Lagoon Mouth

9.2 - Excellent 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Fly Time Paragliding

10 - Exceptional 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Swartvlei Beach

9.4 - Excellent 6.4km

Tourist Attraction Octopus's Garden

7.2 - Good 6.5km

Tourist Attraction Scarab Arts & Crafts Village

8.8 - Excellent 6.7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

3.6km

Connected beach

Myoli beach Myoli beach

7.8 Very good

5.6km

Connected beach

Swartvlei beach Swartvlei beach

6.8 Good

12.6km

Buffalo Bay beach II Buffalo Bay beach II

7.1 Good

13.3km

Buffalo Bay beach Buffalo Bay beach

8.3 Very good

17km

Brenton beach Brenton beach

8 Very good

18.5km

Kleinkrantz beach Kleinkrantz beach

7.5 Very good

20.1km

Bollards Bay beach Bollards Bay beach

7.3 Good

25.7km

Leentjies Klip Leentjies Klip

8.1 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Sedgefield • 4.7km

Main locality of province

Cape Town • 408.6km

Transport

Airport

GRJ • 42.5km

Bus Station

Versteek, Bokkie Se Le Plek • 17.1km

Train Station

Lake Pleasant • 3.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

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Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

Bayview Wedding Media

10 Exceptional

The beach is stunning and secluded.

1 year ago

Nirazia Kalliope

8 Very good

The beach offers a serene and secluded atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a peaceful escape. It is important to keep in mind that there are no restroom facilities or trained lifeguards on duty.

1 year ago

Ricardo Rossi

10 Exceptional

The beach is truly beautiful and has a natural, untamed feel to it.

1 year ago

Nathan Hayes

10 Exceptional

What a stunning spot to take a leisurely walk! The sandy shore is unspoiled, secure, and immaculate. It's almost as if you're walking on a cloud, except it's a little more grainy and you can't really float away. But who needs that when you have this picturesque beach to enjoy?

1 year ago

Ren Wexley

8 Very good

The serene beach offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. The peaceful atmosphere is perfect for those seeking a moment of relaxation and rejuvenation. The gentle sound of waves crashing against the shore creates a soothing ambiance that is sure to calm your mind and soothe your soul. This idyllic retreat is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts alike.

1 year ago

Questions and answers

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

The Groenvlei 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 Groenvlei beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Groenvlei 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 Groenvlei beach good for swimming?

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

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

Is the Groenvlei 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 gentle.

Is the Groenvlei beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Groenvlei beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.PiliPili Beach Restaurant and Accommodation is the closest place located 3700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Groenvlei beach?

There are 97 places to stay in the Groenvlei beach area.

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

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Groenvlei beach from parking?

The Groenvlei 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Groenvlei beach?

There are 4 attractions near Groenvlei beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Goukamma Nature Reserve located in 2.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Groenvlei beach is February. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 18°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Groenvlei 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.Groenvlei 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.