- Surfing
South Africa is a fantastic surf destination. With two different oceans – the icy Atlantic and the warm Indian – bordering the country, there are a large numbered of surf spots with a wide variety of waves. So no matter if you’re a beginner or if you’ve been around since Captain James Cook, you’ll find something to suit you. This icon idicates good surf stops.
- Hiking
With Southern Africa’s abundant natural magnificence, hikers will be in their element. Trails range from short to long, easy to almost impossible, and beautiful to breath-takingly-mind-boggling. This icon points to great hiking areas.
- Nature
There is lots of it. And most of it is protected so there are huge tracts of unspoilt loveliness that will have any nature lover coming back for more. This icon indicates naturally beautiful areas away from any major civilisation.
- Whale watching
Southern Right whales visit in winter, and many other whales are found along our shores.
Simon’s Town Boutique Backpackers
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| Physical address........ Prince Alfred Building 66 St Georges Street Simon's Town |
Close to the station and the beach, they are well situated for access to the best of the peninsula.
Cape Town Penguins
Just 700m from the train station, this recently renovated 1802 building is close to everything Simon’s Town has to offer.
Simon's Town backpackers has a huge balcony which is a great spot from which to soak up the view whilst knocking back a brewski or two. When the penguins start calling your name, make for Boulders or one of the other nearby beaches, popping into the quaint little shops or a restaurant along the way.
The local area is beautiful and there’s stacks to do, so allow enough time to do it properly.
Extras
Bicycle hire.
Bicycle hire.
Backpacker Rooms
Dorms, doubles, family and en suite rooms.
Dorms, doubles, family and en suite rooms.
