Sandy Bay

Location Categories: Beaches & Nature Nudist BeachLocation Tags: Mixed

Nudist beach · Cape Town Llandudno

Secluded cove south of Llandudno, reachable only on foot and Cape Town’s best-known nudist beach. Popular with gay men.

  • Only reachable on foot
  • Clothing-free
Address
Sandy Bay, Llandudno
7806 Cape Town
Crowd
Mixed, many gay men
Facilities
White sandy beach, surfing, sunbathing
Location
About 20 km south of the centre; footpath over rocks from the southern end of Llandudno, about 20 minutes

What makes Sandy Bay stand out

Sandy Bay is quiet and surrounded by rocks, with no kiosks or beach bars. If you make the walk, you’ll find fine white sand and waves that also attract surfers. Nude bathing isn’t officially permitted here but has been tolerated for decades; recently there have been reports of checks.

A good fit if you …

  • want to sunbathe nude in seclusion
  • would like to combine hiking and the beach

Not ideal if you …

  • need facilities such as toilets or food
Our tip: Bring water, sun protection and sturdy shoes; the Atlantic water is cold even in summer.

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Nomadic Boys Cape Town Guide (Sep 2026), MambaOnline (Sep 2026). Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before visiting.

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