Stanford's Bay |
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A protected cove, Stanford's Bay, in the middle of De Kelders is perfect for swimming. This is also the place where in modern times the first permanent coastal settlement was established in the area of the Danger Point Peninsula. In 1811 Quena-descendants erected fishing cottages next to the cove and started a thriving fishing culture in the Gansbaai area. It was used by Capt Robert Stanford to transport his fresh farm produce to the cape. |
Kleinbaai |
 | A gravel road connects Kleinbaai along the rugged coast with many rockpools to the lighthouse at Danger Point. Though not very suitable for cars (even 4x4's struggle with this road), this track along the coast is a beautiful hike.
A tidal pool allows for safe swimming.
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Franskraal |
 | Situated 4 kilometres from the Gansbaai Town area. Franskraal has a long sand-beach crossing the outlet of the Uilkraals-estuary, a known birding hotspot.
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Uilkraal |
 | At the outlet of the Uilkraalsmond-estuary many people take to the water. It is ideal for long walks, swimming, picnicking and birdwatching.
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The "Plaat" |
 | One of the protected bays in the Walker Bay reserve "Die Plaat" is suitable for swimming on most days.
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Pearly Beach |
 | The beach of Pearly Beach is famous. It starts with some rocky outcrops where one can -it seems- always spot a lonely fisherman. Soon after the rock-pools the beach becomes pure sand and continues forever. Pearly Beach is the best place in this area to enjoy long and lonely beach-walks.
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Buffeljachtsbaai |
 | A secluded place immediately at the beach: "Buffeljagsbaai" (Buffalo-hunt bay). The impressive solidified sand dunes towering over Jesse's bay are the reason that the locals know this place by another name: Die hohe walle (The high walls).
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