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Clifton Beaches, Cape Town Central

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#3 of 62 in Beaches in South Africa
#Beach, #Nature / Park
The playground for wealthy locals, Clifton Beaches include a series of sand strips divided by large granite rocks. Overlooked by Lion's Head Hill, the beaches offer a chance to cool off in the cool water, surf, or participate in a game of beach volleyball. Popular with surfers and families alike, the cliff-fringed sandy shore offers scenic views of the ocean and protection from the infamous winds that prevail in the area. To visit Clifton Beaches on your trip to Cape Town, use our Cape Town online sightseeing planner .
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  • By deonredman On May 28, 2018
    There are beautiful beaches in Cape Town. And most of theses beaches, like the Clifton Beaches, have water far too cold to swim in. So, if your idea of a great day out is to pose at others in your des...  more »
  • By ernstuken On May 27, 2018
    The Clifton Beach known for its scantily-clothed girls is nevertheless a popular beach to be enjoyed by all. Not everyone can swim, but everyone can sunbathe and watch.  more »
  • By Andrea N On May 26, 2018
    The beaches are beautiful route, many surfitas in some, other options of horse ride, love the beach and I'm suspect to talk.
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