Oct 13, 2025 · Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town is one of South Africa’s most iconic wildlife experiences: sheltered sandy coves framed by giant granite boulders, and a resident colony of …

It is located on the Cape Peninsula, in Simon's Town, in the southern region of Cape Town, South Africa. It is also commonly known as Boulders Bay. [1] The beach is a popular tourist spot because …

Jun 9, 2017 · Cape Town definitely has no shortage of amazing beaches, but Boulders Beach in False Bay offers something extra special – a colony of African Penguins in all their smartly dresses, …

Dec 17, 2025 · Boulders Beach is the most popular place to see penguins in Cape Town, but you see them at the Stony Point Nature Reserve. It’s 88 kilometres (56 miles) from Cape Town to the …

The colony here is one of just a few land-based penguin colonies in the world, with around 2,000 to 3,000 penguins calling Boulders Beach home. With its soft sandy beach, clear waters, and playful …

Sep 4, 2025 · Visit Boulders Beach in Cape Town to see African penguins up close. Learn about the penguin colony, best times to visit, entrance fees, and conservation tips.

Oct 23, 2025 · The Boulders Beach penguins are so adorable and should be on your list of things to do in Cape Town. Here are 5 things you need to know before your visit.

Located just outside Simon’s Town on the False Bay coastline, Boulders Beach is one of South Africa’s most unique destinations. It’s home to a protected colony of endangered African penguins, offering …

Boulders Beach, just outside Cape Town, is home to an impressive colony of African penguins. These waddling wonder-birds attract attention year-round – and there’s plenty to learn about their resilience …

Dec 10, 2023 · Boulders Beach is the only beach in South Africa where you observe and witness free-roaming wild penguins. African penguins reside in this area and are endangered, but Boulders Beach …