Shelley Point Places of Interest (original) (raw)
Attractions IN/AROUND Shelley Point
National Parks / Nature Reserves
Cape Columbine Nature Reserve
Although often referred to as lying in Paternoster, the Cape Columbine Nature Reserve, more often referred to by locals as Tietiesbaai, lies just south west of the popular weekend town, its manual lighthouse - the last of its kind - a draw card to many ...
Beaches
Cape West Coast Beaches
The Cape West Coast is home to a number of little fishing villages, complete with the homes that date back to the fishing industry of yesteryear. The main settlements along the coast are Yzerfontein, Langebaan, Paternoster, St Helena Bay, and Saldanha ...
Beaches / Natural Wonders / Nature Reserves
Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve
Stretching all the way from Diep River in Milnerton, to the Berg River close to Velddrif on the West Coast, the Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve (CWCBR) was designated as such by UNESCO in 2000. The beautiful area of the Cape Floristic Region is deemed ...
Golf Courses
Shelley Point Golf Club
This course may be a nine-hole one, but it certainly promises plenty in the way of a challenging game. The gorgeous greens and fairways wind through the pretty vegetation that graces this part of the country so beautifully. This, in turn, provides a ...
Activities / Popular Tourist Routes
West Coast 3 Day Itinerary
Our suggestions for a self-drive, three day trip up the Cape West Coast with ideas on what to do and where to stay! Note that this is a Three-day itinerary for the West Coast � OUT of flower season! Leave Cape Town via the R27 � there is a lot to do en ...
National Parks / Nature Reserves
West Coast National Park
Just inland from the secluded harbour of Saldanha Bay one finds the azure waters of the Langebaan Lagoon, focal point of the West Coast National Park. Thousands of seabirds roost on sheltered islands, pristine golden beaches stretch endlessly into the ...
Activities / Miscellaneous / Whale Route
Whale Watching in Cape West Coast
The West Coast is not only esteemed for its seafood. You are also more likely to spot whales north of Cape Town, than in and around the city. The West Coast gets its fair share of the southern right whale, particularly at Melkbosstrand, Bok Point, ...
... and a little further afield
Lakes / Dams / Landmarks
Berg River Estuary
Rated as one of three top estuaries in South Africa, in terms of conservation, the Berg River Estuary starts 69 km upstream of its mouth in Velddrif on the West Coast. It is one of only four perennial estuaries on this dry coast and its lower reaches ...
Miscellaneous / Popular Tourist Routes
Berg River Region
North of the Berg River lie the little towns of Piketberg, Porterville, Wittewater, Goedverwacht, Veddrif, Aurora, Eendekuil and Redelinghuys. Known collectively as the Berg River region, the towns fall into an area that moves from the icy waters of the ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Nature Reserves
Bird Island Nature Reserve
The world�s most accessible Cape gannet colony can be found on an island, linked to Lambert�s Bay by a breakwater wall. Bird Island also gives shelter to thousands of cormorants and penguins, whilst Cape fur seals can still be found on the rocks on the ...
Popular Tourist Routes / Penguin Route / Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Bird Island Penguin Colony
Bird Island is the third largest African penguin colony and, in terms of numbers, important for the survival of the penguin - there were 2 600 pairs when counted in 2011. It forms the other half of the paired fishing exclusion experiment (with St Croix) ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Activities
Cape West Coast Biosphere Trails
Cape West Coast Biosphere Trails � slackpacker trails on the West Coast! The Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve (CWCBR) is a recognised UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, one of only 6 in South Africa and just over 600 world-wide. It extends from Diep River in ...
Nature Reserves
Darling Renosterveld Reserve
Situated in the village of Darling, the Renosterveld Reserve, which you will find at the top of the village on a hill just behind the Darling Primary School, is run by the local municipality and forms part of the Darling commanage. Donated by the local ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Darling Wind Farm
On the hills just outside Darling, roughly 70 kilometres from Cape Town, stand four wind-generated mills. It's known as an Eskom demonstrator site, which means it's something of a learning platform for the development of the wind energy industry in South ...
Wine Estates
Darling Wine Estates
The Darling Wine Route continues to delight more and more tourists every year. The wines produced here are of a fabulous quality, thanks to the beautiful weather and soils. Local labels include Tukulu, Darling Cellars and Groote Post. Many of the wine ...
Wine Routes
Darling Wine Route
Although traditionally part of the Swartland, Darling is now a demarcated wine district and home to her own wine route, including five wine cellars all of which benefit from the cool breezes off the Atlantic Ocean and the long, hot summers to produce ...
Penguin Route / Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Popular Tourist Routes
Dassen Island Penguin Colony
Shaped like a flattened whale, its fins viewable on either side, when seen from the air, Dassen Island lies off the Cape West Coast region near Yzerfontein. Just a century ago Dassen Island was home to over a million African penguins and the largest ...
Shelley Point as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Britannia Bay, Darling, Doringbaai, Dwarskersbos, Elands Bay, Grotto Bay, Jacobsbaai, Kraalbaai, Laaiplek, Lamberts Bay, Langebaan, Lutzville, Mamre, Nuwerus, Paternoster, Philadelphia, Port Owen, Redelinghuys, Saldanha, St Helena Bay, Stompneusbaai, Strandfontein, Vanrhynsdorp, Velddrif, Vredenburg, Vredendal, Yzerfontein
Staying Overnight
Self Catering
Nautilus Apartment
Nautilus Apartment in Shelley Point provides holiday accommodation for four guests. The apartment boasts incredible views of both Britannia Bay a...
Self Catering
Seagull Apartment
Situated in Shelly Point along the Cape West Coast, Seagull Apartment provides accommodation for up to our guests. Seagull Apartment has two bed...
Self Catering
Palm Apartment
Palm Apartment provides accommodation for five guests in Shelley Point. The apartment boasts stunning views of Britannia Bay and is within close ...
Self Catering
The Starling
The Starling is a holiday home offering accommodation in Shelley Point Golf Estate in St Helena Bay. The home is perfect for a family wanting to ...
Self Catering
Driftwood Studio Apartment
Situated in Shelley Point on the Cape West Coast, Driftwood Studio Apartment offers accommodation for two guests. The ground floor apartment has ...
Self Catering
St. Martin Apartment
St. Martin Apartment is a first floor holiday apartment located in Shelly Beach that provides holiday accommodation for two guests. The apartment...
Self Catering
The Fountains 15
The Fountain 15 holiday home sleeps up to six guests in three bedrooms. The main bedroom has a king size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a show...
Self Catering
Beachaholic
Beachaholic is a delightful self-catering holiday home offering accommodation in Shelly Point in a secure estate in St Helena Bay. The home is id...
Self Catering
Zeezicht Apartments
Zeezicht Apartments offers Shelley Point accommodation in a cluster of five elegantly furnished self-catering holiday apartments overlooking the ...
Self Catering
Little Haven
This charming 2-bedroom house is situated on the Shelley Point Golf Course, offering a tranquil retreat for up to 4 adults and 2 children. The op...
Self Catering
Driftwood Beachfront Manor
Located in the tranquil setting of Shelley Point in St Helena Bay, Driftwood Manor offers an exclusive self-catering accommodation experience wit...
Self Catering
7 Shores Shelley Point
This holiday home offers more than a getaway - it presents a lifestyle filled with elegance and relaxation. With a sought-after location, expansi...
Self Catering
Sea Shell House
Sea Shell House is a two bedroom thatch roof cottage within walking distance from the beach and Shelley Point Hotel and Spa. From here you are ap...