Cape Town - Sea Point Promenade

 

Sea Point Promenade - always fun whether for exercise or people watching.

A must do when in Cape Town - in any season.

Youth in Training - Bafana Soccer

Sea Point Promenade is a local favourite for both exercise, relaxation, and people watching.

Hire an e-bike and enjoy the sea breeze and stunning views!

Or wander along and spot whether there is a photographic exhibition on the sea wall.

These happen from time to time but are not a permanent feature. 

We were lucky to view the images from Thomas Peschak called "Wild Seas" - incredible photography from around the world. And some very sad stories. We were so excited to be able to see these images on our beloved Sea Point Promenade!

"From gregarious gray whales plying the waters of Baja California to acrobatic manta rays in the Maldives and parading penguins in Antarctica, National Geographic photographer Thomas Peschak has spent a lifetime documenting the beauty and fragility of underwater life and the majesty of wild coastlines.

This awe-inspiring book of photography charts his transformation from marine biologist to full-time conservation advocate, armed with little more than a mask, fins and a camera. In these vivid pages, Peschak photographs sharks in a feeding frenzy, tracks sea turtles the size of bears, and dodges marine poachers, to reveal the splendor of pristine seas as well as the dark side of pollution, overfishing, and climate change.

Filled with magnificent images from Southern Africa, the Galápagos, Seychelles, and more, this illuminating collection offers an impassioned case for revering―and preserving―the world’s oceans"

Another great way to get some exercise is to book a Kayak - on a calm day, this is a soul-restoring venture into the bay - maybe you will even get to see some dolphins.

Exercise equipment is free to use or you could just decide to sit on a bench and read a book.

The entire route offers wonderful views.

Paragliders land on the lawns after taking off from Signal hill. This is another thrilling option for those brave enough to try this activity.

With many restaurants along Beach Road, refreshments are close by. Enjoy a break on the veranda of the majestic Winchester Hotel, a grand old lady and part of the scene along this route.

There is also a Putt Putt Course in Mouille Point - fun for young and old. 

Towards the end of the promenade, is the Olympic Size Swimming pool - open during the summer months.

So, whatever form of exercise you enjoy, you are sure to find it along this Promenade. 

Join the locals - day in and day out - you won't be sorry!

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Cape Town - Sea Point Promenade - Cape Town Walking Spot

Three Anchor Bay Beach

If you fancy a long,. interesting walk, park at the V&A Waterfront and walk (or run!) towards Sea Point Promenade.

The views of these city suburbs, with Lions Head and Table Mountain in the background, are tremendous, the sea is gorgeous and blue, the breeze either gentle or fierce depending on the season and it is a great spot for people watching. Thin, fat, tall or short, all sorts enjoy this local attraction and in all weathers as well!

Green Point Lighthouse was the first solid lighthouse built in South Africa and was first lit on 12/04/1824. It's red and white and stands 16 metres tall. There have been numerous lighthouse keepers over the years, the longest appearing to be a Mr J Hopson who manned the lighthouse from 1860 - 1878 - a period of 18 years. Quite an achievement!

Opposite the lighthouse, you can detour into the Green Point Park for stunning local flora plus views of the Soccer Stadium and Table Mountain.

Further along towards Sea Point you have children's play areas, a putt-putt course, then you reach Three Anchor Bay where there is a beach popular with canoeists and jet skiers.

Just past this spot you will find some outdoor gym equipment - that's if you really want to exercise madly before continuing your wander.

The area of the demolished Graaf's Pool

Graaff's Pool was closed some years back (it was a gay hang-out, overlooked by the huge block of flats!) but one can still wander down the old path where we did spot a chap being brave enough to head into the sea for a swim.

Broken Bath Beach

There are a few small beaches along the way - the name I like the most is "Broken Bath" beach. I have no idea where this strange name originated. The promenade ends at the Sea Point Swimming Baths.





There is always some something interesting to see - watch the tandem para gliders launch themselves off  Signal Hill and come floating down, to land gently on the Sea Point lawns. A must-do activity if one is brave enough!

The sea is always an attraction - from stormy winter days where the waves crash over the sea wall, to the calm blue of summer with many boats sailing past.

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