Blouberg Holiday

Things to do near Bloubergstrand

Ratanga Junction

Fun Parks in Century City (11.9 km from Bloubergstrand)

Ratanga Junction, the 'Wildest Place in Africa', opened in 1998 and has been enthralling visitors ever since. Located at Century City in Cape Town, Ratanga offers more than 30 attractions ranging from kiddie and family rides to thrill rides guaranteed to satisfy the most avid adrenaline junkies.

www.ratanga.co.za

Phone +27 (0)21 550 8500 or +27 (0)861 200 300

Durbanville Hills

Wine Estates in Durbanville (11.9 km from Bloubergstrand)

Located just a short drive away from Cape Town central is Durbanville Hills, an estate that is well-known for producing some of the areas' top wines. If you consider yourself a wine connoisseur, or you're simply looking for a place to spend your free time, come try out some wine tasting at Durbanville Hill's cellar. Their award-winning wine selection is quite extensive with a range of whites, reds and blends. Drop by The Eatery if you're keen for a bite to eat.

Website: http://www.durbanvillehills.co.za

Contact: 021 558 1300

Intaka Island

Animal Parks in Century City (11.6 km from Bloubergstrand)

Intaka Island and Bird Sanctuary. Is a bird sanctuary that got various awards and has a recreation centre that gives talks on the environment and education for children and adults on Birds, environmental issues and recycling.

Website: intaka.co.za

Contact: +27 (0)21 552 6889

Paintball Melkbos

Popular Attractions in Melkbosstrand (11 km from Bloubergstrand)

This fun activity takes place at the Melkbosstrand Country Club. A minimum number of six players are required to make a group booking. A refundable deposit is required and a minimum age of 10 years old applies. Long-sleeve tops, long pants and good shoes are recommended. All paint used is bio-degradable and washes out. Protective clothing is...

Thandeka Horse Riding

Popular Attractions in Melkbosstrand (8.8 km from Bloubergstrand)

The Thandeka Stables in Melkbosstrand offers horse riding for novices and seasoned riders in some of the most beautiful parts of the area. With over 40 years experience, the owners ensure a safe and wonderful experience. They even offer riding for the disabled and specialized equine therapy. Picnics can be catered for and a quaint little coffee...

Contact: +27 (0)83 230-2078

The Paddocks Shopping Centre

Shopping Malls in Milnerton (8.4 km from Bloubergstrand)

The Paddocks Shopping Centre is perfectly positioned and just a short drive from Century City, Canal Walk and the Cape Town CBD and is positioned close to the upcoming and densely populated area of Royal Ascot.It is conveniently located on the West Coast for easy access and an enjoyable experience for all. The Paddocks Shopping Centre is...

Website: www.thepaddocks.co.za

Contact: +27 (0)21 552 9147

Dikkop Hiking Trail

Hiking Trail in Melkbosstrand (8.1 km from Bloubergstrand)

The Dikkop Trail is a 13 km circular walk through the dunes and fynbos and a 2 km walk along the beach. The walk is at its most beautiful in spring, when the wildflowers are in bloom.

Sunset Beach

Beaches in Sunset Beach (7.1 km from Bloubergstrand)

The sugar-white Sunset Beach is paradise for surfers, windsurfers and kite surfers. It also has fantastic views of Table Mountain, the city and Robben Island. Enjoy beach strolls as the sun sets across the ocean producing magical twilight skies.

Atlantic Beach Golf Course

Golf Courses in Melkbosstrand (6.5 km from Bloubergstrand)

The beautiful Atlantic Beach Golf Course is an 18-hole links-style course, just 700 metres from the beach. Complete with lovely views of the ocean and Table Mountain, few courses can match the sheer pleasure of playing this course. This is a full championship course with training and driving facilities.

Website: http://www.atlanticbeachgolfclub.co.za

Contact: 021 553 2223

Milnerton Aquatic Club

Sports Stadiums Clubs in Table View (5.4 km from Bloubergstrand)

Milnerton Aquatic Club (MAC) is situated on the banks of the Rietvlei Nature Reserve with sweeping views of Table Mountain. The Rietvlei Nature Reserve is a haven for bird life and has a walking trail for people to enjoy the tranquillity of the outdoors.Because of the location, ideal wind and water conditions, MAC has become a very popular..

Website: www.milnertonaquaticclub.co.za

Contact: +27 (0)21 557 7090 mac@milnertonaquaticclub.co.za

SANCCOB

Animal Parks in Table View (5.1 km from Bloubergstrand)

The Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds, SANCCOB is a non-profit sea bird rehabilitation centre based in Cape Town. Their primary focus is to conserve and protect South Africa's sea birds, especially threatened species, for the benefit of present and future generations.SANCCOB rehabilitate ill, injured, oiled and...

Website: www.sanccob.co.za

Contact: +27 (0) 21 557 6155

Dolphin Beach

Beaches in Table View (4.2 km from Bloubergstrand)

Dolphin Beach is known for its amazing windsurfing and kite surfing opportunities. It’s also a great beach for dolphin and whale watching, long beach walks and jet skiing. Spectacular views of Table Mountain, Robben Island and gorgeous sunsets can be seen every day. A variety of restaurants and shops are within walking distance. There are no...

Cape Point

Game Reserve in Cape Point (61.7 km from Bloubergstrand)

Okay, so Cape Point is not the place where the Atlantic meets the Indian Ocean and neither is it the southernmost point of Africa. Nevertheless, it is far more spectacular and a lot more accessible than the actual tip at Cape Agulhas. It's also one of the most visited attractions in Cape Town.Cape Point is the highlight in any Cape Town tour, and...

Table Mountain National Park

Game Reserve in Table Mountain National Park (28.7 km from Bloubergstrand)

One of the New7Wonders of Nature, Table Mountain is the centrepiece of the Table Mountain National Park. The easiest way of visiting Table Mountain is to ride up in the Cable Car, which operates every day, except in bad weather conditions. But it's a great walk, either up, down or both ways. Platteklip Gorge, just east of the Cable Station, is a...

Canal Walk

Shopping Malls in Century City (11.7 km from Bloubergstrand)

Uniting the world's most wanted brands with shopping convenience, leisure and superb entertainment and a magnificent setting, Canal Walk Shopping Centre attracts millions of visitors every year.Over 400 stores offer the hottest local and global brands and the widest selection of speciality stores in the southern hemisphere. Grandiose architecture,...

Website: www.canalwalk.co.za

Contact: +27 (0)21 529 9699/8 visitorinfo@canalwalk.co.za

Bayside Mall

Shopping Malls in Table View (4.1 km from Bloubergstrand)

Bayside Mall Shopping Centre is your one stop shopping mall with free parking. Here you will be able to shop for all your requirements from groceries to fashion, movies to perfume, restaurants to jewellery - all under one roof. Bayside Mall's fashion offering includes most of South Africa's major retailers, as well as a number of quality...

Website: www.baysidecentre.com

Contact: +27 (0) 21 557 4350 info@baysidemall.co.za

Big Bay Beach

Beaches in Big Bay (0.9 km from Bloubergstrand)

Big Bay is one of two Bloubergstrand beaches – the other is unsurprisingly called Little Bay (or Small Bay) – and is a favourite surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing spot, drawing international enthusiasts to annual competitions. Not only is it a great fun family beach, the long, flat sandy Big Bay Beach is perfect for sun tanning, walking,...

West Coast National Park

Game Reserve in West Coast National Park (73.7 km from Bloubergstrand)

The West Coast National Park stretches from Yzerfontein up to the edge of Langebaan and surrounds most of the enormous Langebaan Lagoon. Just a one-hour drive north of Cape Town lies this watersports junkie’s paradise offering awesome kayaking, snorkelling and some of the best windsurfing and kite surfing on the planet.During summer, migratory...

Melkbos Beach

Beaches in Melkbosstrand (9 km from Bloubergstrand)

The first West Coast beach you will encounter on leaving Cape Town is Melkbos. Perfect for long, lazy walks and safe swimming, Melkbos Beach offers beautiful views of Robben Island and Table Mountain. The sunsets are stunning. Good surfing conditions can be found at Corner, Tubewave and Derdesteen. Melkbos Beach is also a popular spot for...

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

Botanical Garden

Kirstenbosch is a famous botanical garden nestled at the eastern foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town. The garden is one of nine National Botanical Gardens covering five of South Africa's six different biomes.

Address: Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735, South Africa

Phone: +27 21 799 8783

Restaurants & bars

At Bloubergstrand you will find restaurants, bars and shopping centres within walking distance. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out the Doodles Restaurant (across the road) Eden on the bay (3 km) and Blue Peter Bar (2.1 km). Cape Town International Airport is located 21 km away.

Doodles

Breakfast, Lunch & Bar

For a quick bite or breakfast we recommend Doodles which is across the street. They serve both full and continental breakfasts. (100m)

http://www.doodles.co.za/

Blue Peter

Bar

Blue Peter is a Bar often with Live music which is very popular in the area (2.1km). You can walk along the coast line to find them.

http://www.timeout.com/cape-town/bars-pubs/venue/1%3A23481/blue-peter-lower-deck

Pakalolo Beach Bar is a small and local bar closeby. (1.5km)

http://www.pakalolo.co.za/

On the Rocks

Dinner

On the Rocks is favourite among the locals, with beautiful sea views and great food. (1.9km)

http://ontherocks.co.za/

Blowfish

Dinner

On the more upmarket side you can find Blowfish, which specialise in serving Fish.

http://www.blowfishrestaurant.co.za/