What is the water and sand quality of the Buffalo Bay beach?

The Buffalo Bay 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 Buffalo Bay beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Buffalo Bay beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Buffalo Bay beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Surfing</li></ul>Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball</li></ul>

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

Is the Buffalo Bay beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Buffalo Bay beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Buffalo Bay beach?

Buffalo Bay beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers</li></ul>

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

The bar is located right on the Buffalo Bay beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Buffelsbaai Waterfront Restaurant is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Buffalo Bay beach?

There are 555 places to stay in the Buffalo Bay beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Buffalo Bay beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=19152&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Castollini</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1897257&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Brenton on Sea Chalet</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6011753&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Cranberry cottage studio</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5812438&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ellipsis Cottage</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1273086&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ver-weg</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=294749&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Brenton Beach House</a></li></ul>

How far is the Buffalo Bay beach from parking?

The Buffalo Bay 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 Buffalo Bay beach?

There are 2 attractions near Buffalo Bay beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Buffels Bay Beach view Point located in 0.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Buffalo Bay beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Buffalo Bay 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. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Buffalo Bay 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.Buffalo Bay 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.

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Photo of Buffalo Bay beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Buffalo Bay beach

Buffelsbaai, South Africa

8.3

#10 out of 121 in Western Cape 5

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Surfing Good for Kayaking

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Located outside the settlement

Buffel's Bay • 0.1 km

Map of beach

Park Goukamma Nature Reserve

2.9km

Restaurant Buffelsbaai Waterfront Restaurant

6.4 - Pleasant 60m

Restaurant Butterfly Blu Restaurant

8.4 - Very good 120m

Restaurant Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort Knysna

9.2 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Indigo Deli

8.6 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Chef's & Nautilus Place Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 320m

Restaurant Wildside Beach Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Caroline's Bistro & the Bell Tavern

8 - Very good 2.7km

Restaurant Belvidere Manor

8.8 - Excellent 2.8km

Liquor Store Checkers LiquorShop Knysna

4.8km

Supermarket Checkers Knysna

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Buffels Bay Beach view Point

50m

Tourist Attraction Whale spotters viewpoint

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Knysna Motor Show

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Knysna Heads Lower East View Point

9.6 - Exceptional 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Scootours Knysna

9.6 - Exceptional 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Le Spa Tranquille

9.4 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Ocean Odyssey Whale Watching Knysna

9 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction The Motorcycle Room

9.2 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction East Head View Point

9.6 - Exceptional 3.9km

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About

Buffalo Bay beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 10th place out of 121 beaches in the Western Cape region 421.3 km away from its center, the city of Cape Town. It is one of the beaches of Buffel's Bay settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+19 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

7.3 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

2.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Buffel's Bay • 0.1 km

Map of beach

Park Goukamma Nature Reserve

2.9km

Restaurant Buffelsbaai Waterfront Restaurant

6.4 - Pleasant 60m

Restaurant Butterfly Blu Restaurant

8.4 - Very good 120m

Restaurant Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort Knysna

9.2 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Indigo Deli

8.6 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Chef's & Nautilus Place Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 320m

Restaurant Wildside Beach Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Caroline's Bistro & the Bell Tavern

8 - Very good 2.7km

Restaurant Belvidere Manor

8.8 - Excellent 2.8km

Liquor Store Checkers LiquorShop Knysna

4.8km

Supermarket Checkers Knysna

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Buffels Bay Beach view Point

50m

Tourist Attraction Whale spotters viewpoint

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Knysna Motor Show

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Knysna Heads Lower East View Point

9.6 - Exceptional 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Scootours Knysna

9.6 - Exceptional 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Le Spa Tranquille

9.4 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Ocean Odyssey Whale Watching Knysna

9 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction The Motorcycle Room

9.2 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction East Head View Point

9.6 - Exceptional 3.9km

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Located at nearest locality

Buffel's Bay • 5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

800m 10 min walk

Buffalo Bay beach II

7.1 Good

4.4km

Connected beach

Brenton beach

8 Very good

7.8km

Bollards Bay beach

7.3 Good

13.3km

Groenvlei beach

6.8 Good

14.2km

Knoetzie beach

6.9 Good

16.9km

Myoli beach

7.8 Very good

18.9km

Swartvlei beach

6.8 Good

31.8km

Kleinkrantz beach

7.5 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Buffel's Bay • 150m

Main locality of province

Cape Town • 421.3km

Transport

Airport

PBZ • 32.6km

Bus Station

Hibiscus Court • 4.9km

Train Station

Belvedere • 4.8km

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Average Reviews rating

8.3 Very good

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8.3 Very good

Liam McAllister

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is perfect for kids and has great waves. My son enjoys using his boogie board here. The road leading to the beach is adorned with beautiful painted artworks, and the bridge entrance is also quite scenic. During peak season, finding a parking spot can be a bit challenging, but there are two parking lots available. Additionally, there are restrooms and an outdoor shower for washing off sand.

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Lila Anderson.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

I had a fantastic day at the beach. In my opinion, it's best to go during the off-season for a more relaxing experience. The beach was clean and there was a small shop where you could buy basic necessities. They also served cold beer. 🍺

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J.J. Maverick

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely gorgeous and very well-maintained. The walls painted and surfboards available provide great photo opportunities. It's a wonderful tourist destination, complete with a restaurant and kiosk right on the beach. If you bring your long board, you can skate on the nearby roads, and if you bring your surfboard, you can catch some great waves. Overall, it's a delightful spot to visit. Just be aware that the bathrooms may not always have soap and toilet paper, so it's best to bring your own.

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Liam Anderson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is absolutely gorgeous and feels very secure. It's a great spot to relax and enjoy the scenery, which is truly breathtaking.

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Nathan Braxton

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The scenery is truly breathtaking and the beach town boasts not just one, but two beaches. It's only a short drive off the N2, yet it feels like you've entered a completely different world. The area is impeccably clean and it's the perfect spot to unwind and destress.