Noordhoek is situated below the Southern Slopes of Chapman’s Peak Drive and is Cape Town’s rural treasure with a farm atmosphere. It is famed for its long white sandy beach but don’t be surprised to find horses, pigs, cows, hens, ducks, geese and rabbits roaming around the gardens and open public spaces. Cape Point Route recommends horse riding on the beach for a close up natural experience or purely absorbing the atmosphere with a walk or sundowners and take a moment to appreciate the ancient milkwood forest.

The atmosphere and lifestyle in Noordhoek is tranquil, with a relaxed, unhurried pace… but don’t be fooled- the artists and crafters in the area are cutting edge. Most of them are gathered at Noordhoek Farm Village, which is also a great playground stop if you have kids. The shopping is fabulous for arts and crafts but you will also find every modern convenience at the large shopping mall where you can stock up on supplies for picnics or self catering accommodation  venues.

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Noordhoek Accommodation:
Stay in a rural setting with good access to the beach and the Cape Point Route attractions 

Noordhoek Restaurants:
Laidback dining with superb fare.

Noordhoek Farm Village:
Browse through shops offering quaint gifts, collectables and clothing or enjoy live music, craft workshops, restaurants or the pub at the Noordhoek Farm.

Noordhoek Beach:
This 8km stretch of pristine white beach is also known as known as Long Beach as it stretches all the way to Kommetjie. The beach is ideal for long leisurely walks, surfing, kitesurfing and horseriding. 

Kakapo Shipwreck:
This ship ran aground in 1900 and is within walking distance.

Horse Riding:
Saddle up and ride along Noordhoek beach or through the wetlands.

Noordhoek Shopping:
African crafts, antiques, handmade ceramics, ethnic clothing, home produce, wine and of course works of art can be found in Noordhoek. For Retail therapy there is a modern mall with a world of shopping and entertainment where you’ll find both local and latest fashion, home and interior stores, technical assistance for phone or cameras, travel help, services and banks and more than enough cuisine and cappaccinos for any palate.

Light From Africa Foundation, Noordhoek Farm Village:
Visit this non-profit centre which supports an AIDS orphanage  and meet the artists who create the unique ceramic art decorated in African tradition

Red Herring Trading Post:
Set amongst ancient milkwood trees you will find an art gallery, pottery workshop, crafts, a plant nursery and a restaurant.

Silvermine Reserve:
This section of Table Mountain National Park is accessed from Ou Kaapse Weg (the Old Cape Road). Silvermine Reserve has spectacular panoramic views set amongst a rich diversity of natural Cape Fynbos.. The Silvermine Reserve offers clearly-marked mountain bike and walking trails and is a favourite with families, hikers and mountain climbers.

Chapman’s Peak Drive:
One of Cape Town and South Africa’s most scenic marine drives.