A Piece of Paradise
Neighborhoods
A small friendly village with a quirky demographic of people. Situated between an inland wilderness area just up the road from the Cape Point Nature Reserve and the restless expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, Kommetjie exudes that unique charm you get with small seaside enclaves.
Here you will find mixture of old (wizened fisher folk, eclectic salty ocean souls and new agers, retirees and sailors) and young (families with kids, surfers and skateboarders).
A slipway caters for boats on the high tide, while the infamous Outer Kom surf spot breaks beyond the kelp. For the less serious surfer, the Inner Kom is a mellow lefthander where the wave energy dissipates and reforms along the inside of small protected bay - a 'bowl' of water protected by the elements. This body of water (Kommetjie means 'little bowl' in Dutch) is perfect for kayaking and swimming.
This beautiful coastline is a magical corner of the southern Cape Peninsula far from the bustle of the city, and secluded from suburbia. The key tourist destination is Cape Point, the spine of rocks that marks the end of the Cape Peninsula, and the beautiful reserve in which it lies.
However, Table Mountain, the cable car and the city sights are not too far away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city from Kommetjie, and 15 minutes to the other side of the peninsula to False Bay, where the quaint villages of Simonston, Fish Hoek, Kalk Bay and Muizenberg are strewn along the waters' edge.
63 locals recommend
Kommetjie
A small friendly village with a quirky demographic of people. Situated between an inland wilderness area just up the road from the Cape Point Nature Reserve and the restless expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, Kommetjie exudes that unique charm you get with small seaside enclaves.
Here you will find mixture of old (wizened fisher folk, eclectic salty ocean souls and new agers, retirees and sailors) and young (families with kids, surfers and skateboarders).
A slipway caters for boats on the high tide, while the infamous Outer Kom surf spot breaks beyond the kelp. For the less serious surfer, the Inner Kom is a mellow lefthander where the wave energy dissipates and reforms along the inside of small protected bay - a 'bowl' of water protected by the elements. This body of water (Kommetjie means 'little bowl' in Dutch) is perfect for kayaking and swimming.
This beautiful coastline is a magical corner of the southern Cape Peninsula far from the bustle of the city, and secluded from suburbia. The key tourist destination is Cape Point, the spine of rocks that marks the end of the Cape Peninsula, and the beautiful reserve in which it lies.
However, Table Mountain, the cable car and the city sights are not too far away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city from Kommetjie, and 15 minutes to the other side of the peninsula to False Bay, where the quaint villages of Simonston, Fish Hoek, Kalk Bay and Muizenberg are strewn along the waters' edge.
A beautiful beach, with a fun surf spot and wild, open spaces. Near nice farm stalls, restaurants and coffee shops.
51 locals recommend
Scarborough
A beautiful beach, with a fun surf spot and wild, open spaces. Near nice farm stalls, restaurants and coffee shops.
Food scene
Grab a burger and a craft beer withing walking distance at the Green Room.
41 locals recommend
The Green Room
12 Huskisson WayGrab a burger and a craft beer withing walking distance at the Green Room.
Rustic pub vibes with an outdoor garden. Has local bands playing on weekends.
40 locals recommend
Fisherman's Kommetjie
16 Somerset WayRustic pub vibes with an outdoor garden. Has local bands playing on weekends.
Nice breakfast or lunch spot in the village just around the corner from the Fishermans.
32 locals recommend
Espresso.Kom
3 Erica RdNice breakfast or lunch spot in the village just around the corner from the Fishermans.
Kommetjie Pizzeria
3 Erica RdGood pizza place to order takeouts.
KOM CHOW
Erica RoadGreat spot to order Asian takeaway.
Komin
16 Kirsten AveGood Asian food. Good for takeaway.
Sightseeing
Cobra Camp (World War II ruin)
Nice short hike up a mountain with great views.
Kommetjie Public Beach
Beaches don't get much better than this.
Soetwater is situated on the Atlantic in the deep south of the Cape Peninsula near Kommetjie lighthouse. Located in a pristine wilderness area wedged between the mountains of the Slangkop Nature Reserve and the Atlantic ocean, the resort offers surfing, camping, and is a nice place to walk and cycle. It also hosts an environmental centre shaped like a whale, as well as braai and campsites and a richly endowed rocky shore, including a tidal pool.
Soetwater Resort
Lighthouse RoadSoetwater is situated on the Atlantic in the deep south of the Cape Peninsula near Kommetjie lighthouse. Located in a pristine wilderness area wedged between the mountains of the Slangkop Nature Reserve and the Atlantic ocean, the resort offers surfing, camping, and is a nice place to walk and cycle. It also hosts an environmental centre shaped like a whale, as well as braai and campsites and a richly endowed rocky shore, including a tidal pool.
The Soetwater Environmental Education Centre is situated adjacent to the lighthouse at Kommetjie. It is a pristine wilderness area wedged between the mountains of the Slangkop Nature Reserve and the Atlantic ocean.
The centre is very special classroom – outdoors, by the sea, at the foot of a beautiful mountain, surrounded by pristine fynbos and animals and is used to educate young learners about the rocky shores and terrestrial flora and fauna too.
Soetwater Enviro Center
Lighthouse RoadThe Soetwater Environmental Education Centre is situated adjacent to the lighthouse at Kommetjie. It is a pristine wilderness area wedged between the mountains of the Slangkop Nature Reserve and the Atlantic ocean.
The centre is very special classroom – outdoors, by the sea, at the foot of a beautiful mountain, surrounded by pristine fynbos and animals and is used to educate young learners about the rocky shores and terrestrial flora and fauna too.
City advice
Getting around
Kommetjie is the perfect place to skateboard, cycle or walk.
Due to the proximity of shops, restaurants, coffee shops, beaches, coastal walks and other amenities, you can pretty access anywhere without a car.
What to pack
Bring stuff for immersion in and on the ocean!
To maximise a stay in Kommetjie, bring swimming costume, wetsuit, beach towels, surfboards, skateboard, day pack for hikes, fishing rod, kayak, boat or canoe, binoculars, water bottles and everything you need for fun on the beach, in the ocean or in the fynbos on hikes and walks.
Don't miss
A trip to Cape Point Nature Reserve.
We are a mere 20 minutes from the entrance to the nature reserve at Cape Point, which leads to the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula. See whales, ostrich, caracal, eland, tortoise, and other buck. Visit the tea room for lunch, or walk to the tip of the peninsula to absorb the splendid views of cliffs and ocean.