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Sandy Bay

Cape Town, South Africa

Neighbourhood

Cape Town

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Beaches

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gay, lgbtq +5

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About Sandy Bay

Sandy Bay is Cape Town's best-known clothing-optional beach, tucked beyond Llandudno and reached on foot. The secluded setting has long made it particularly popular with gay beachgoers as well as naturists.

What to expect

A secluded, informal and clothing-optional beach with a mixed naturist and gay crowd.

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Practical tips before you visit

There is no direct road access; expect a walk to reach the beach.
Bring water and supplies because facilities are limited.
Daylight visits are the most practical for the access path.

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Sandy Bay

Sandy Bay, Llandudno, Cape Town, South Africa

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WhereIs.Gay rating

4.6

416 reviews

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Quite a walk to get to the beach but worth it. The path is enjoyable with fynbos on either side. The views and nature surrounding it is amazing. Such a tranquil experience. The water is absolutely freezing. The beach is super clean and not overcrowded. Parking is an issue. If you don’t want to walk extra from your car to the path, I would uber. There is no bathroom on the beach, no vendors for refreshments and no shade. Take a cooler box with drinks and snacks as well as a gazebo if you plan on staying long. Be sure to throw your rubbish away!

Review from Google Maps

Beautiful beach, sumptuous landscape, fine sand, crystal clear emerald and cold water but the bravest will swim. Renowned for being a nudist beach, quite frequented on weekends by groups or couples, healthy atmosphere. On the other hand, many voyeurs are present, always in perpetual movement to satisfy the inclinations. I can only recommend this beach to practice nudism if you are not disturbed by a voyeur masturbating. On the other hand, I do not advise a single woman to go.

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Izod Man
Izod Man

2 years ago

I will be as transparent with my opinion without the fluff so that anyone who chooses to visit Sandy Bay clothing optional beach will know what you wish to consider before going. This beach is in a remote spot with no access to amenities, including toilets. - From the parking lot, you will walk uphill about 1/4 - 1/2 mile before walking downhill on unmarked paths created by other beach goers. - You will be walking on a combination of sand, rocks, gravel and asphalt so be sure to pack water shoes for better grip in the sand especially. - On the walk down, it will be about 25ish or so minutes but on the way back up, be prepared for a challenge because you will feel the burn in your legs as you’re activating your leg muscles. Degree of difficulty 1 to 5? Down 3, Going back up 5! My recommendation is to pack light to avoid the excess weight and reserve your water for the walk back up because you will need it. Update on how instructing Uber: I later learned from a local that the Uber driver took me the wrong parking area. See the picture I posted of the correct location to instruct your Uber driver- add the SANDY BAY PARKING and from there you will walk along the coast to secluded beach. I was dropped off at the wrong spot and walked the horrid route down and back up along the mountain. - No access to toilets so avoid eating before you go to avoid the embarrassment of going in nature. Overall it’s a nice beach once at the bottom and it’s remote BUT when I factored my hike down and back up because I was dropped off at the wrong parking lot, I’d opt for another sea where it’s more convenient. I gave 4 for the scene once at the bottom and if I had to rate everything else I explained, I’d rate 1 out of 5. Hopefully you may find this informational useful. #sandybeach #sandybaybeach #clothingoptionalbeachcapetown #nudebeachcapetown

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Zoey Black
Zoey Black

a year ago

My favourite beach in Cape Town! This nude beach is secluded, tranquil, and beautiful. There is a short 15 minute walk from the parking lot to reach the beach but well worth it.

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Urs Meyer
Urs Meyer

3 years ago

A real natural beach - good waves - water seems me wärmer as other beaches - nice nested between the stones - beside - the villa village Liandudno is just the place to settle Form some relaxing days - the sunset will be perfect - just come back with the family - feels real save place

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