When visiting Cape Town you can’t leave out Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town along the Cape Peninsula. It is famous for its resident colony of African penguins, also known as Jackass penguins due to their distinctive braying call. The beach is a protected area, providing a safe haven for these endangered birds, and visitors can observe the penguins up close as they waddle across the sand, swim in the clear waters, and nest in the rocks. The penguins have made Boulders Beach their home since the early 1980s, and their numbers have steadily increased over the years, making it one of the best places in the world to see them in their natural habitat.
Visitors can stroll along wooden boardwalks that wind through the dunes and get a closer look at the penguins without disturbing their environment. The rocky outcrops, calm waters, and scenic surroundings make Boulders Beach a popular destination for both wildlife enthusiasts and beachgoers alike, offering a rare opportunity to enjoy the charm of these delightful, charismatic birds.
Boulders Beach
Simon‘s Town
Cape Town
South Africa
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