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Home of the penguins
A sheltered cove near Simon's Town where African penguins nest among granite boulders.
Boulders Beach, Simon's Town · Photo: Sonia Mk / Pexels
Overview
Boulders, near Simon's Town on the False Bay coast, is home to a land-based colony of endangered African penguins. It's managed as part of Table Mountain National Park.
Boardwalks let visitors watch the birds without disturbing their nesting areas, and nearby sheltered beaches are popular for a calm swim.
Cape Town · Photo: Taryn Elliott / Pexels
Things to do
Watch penguins nest, preen and waddle to the water.
The granite boulders create calm, clear pools.
Explore the nearby historic naval town.
Best experiences
Boulders Beach, Simon's Town
A half-day trip to Simon's Town to watch the African penguin colony from the boardwalks at Boulders.
Cape Peninsula, Western Cape
A full-day loop of the peninsula: Atlantic coast viewpoints, Cape Point, the penguins at Boulders and False Bay villages.
General guidance only — always check current local conditions and official notices before you go.
Table Mountain
City Bowl
Camps Bay
Atlantic Seaboard
Cape Point
Cape Peninsula
Cape Peninsula
South of the city
Destination copy is general travel inspiration written for this concept site. It is not official tourism guidance; opening times, fees and access rules should be confirmed with the relevant authorities.