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The Waves
4.6★ · 32 Google ratings · Wilderness, Western Cape
✓ Parking
At a glance
Parking
On-site lot · 200 m away · about 5 spaces
Walk
300 m · 4 min
Length
2.2 km of shoreline
Sand
150 m from the water to the back
Map of The Waves
1
1Parking200 m from the listing
Guide
Good to know
✓ Blue Flag 2025/26
Awarded by WESSA for the 2025/26 season. The status is re-awarded every year.
Visit for tranquility and scenery
Multiple reviewers praised the beach for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty, making it suitable for relaxation rather than crowds.
Prepare for steep beach access
The beach entrance involves approximately 153 steps down, so wear appropriate footwear and consider fitness level before visiting.
Stock supplies before arrival
A petrol station, takeaway, restaurant, and convenience store operate nearby, but planning meals in advance is still wise.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
14.3°C · mostly clear
Wind
21 km/h from the SE
Shelter
Cross-shore · wind running along the beach
UV index
0 peak today
Last updated Sep 3, 11:49 PM.
Practical
Plan your visit
📍 South St, Wilderness, 6560, South Africa
🅿 Parking 200 m from the listing
🌊 Water 300 m away, about 4 min walk
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Questions
Common questions
Where do you park at The Waves?
The nearest mapped parking area is 200 m from the listed location. Positions come from OpenStreetMap, not from review text.
How far is the walk to the water at The Waves?
300 m in a straight line from the listing to the mapped shoreline, about 4 min. Soft sand and dune make the real walk longer than the straight line.
Does The Waves have restrooms?
No restrooms are mapped within 600 m on OpenStreetMap. That means nobody has mapped any, which is not the same as there being none.
Measured from OpenStreetMap, public aerial imagery and live conditions data, and counted from visitor reviews. Every source, in full.
