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Kommetjie
Do a half‑day surf or beach walk; stay only if you want surf‑camp or quiet beach time – otherwise a day‑trip from Cape Town.
Kommetjie is a small coastal village on the Cape Peninsula, known for surf, kelp forests and the Slangkop Lighthouse. It is reachable by car or Golden Arrow bus from Cape Town. Most visitors spend a few hours on the beach; a night is worthwhile only for surf enthusiasts or those seeking a quiet seaside stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- ZAR
- Best months
- Nov–Mar (warm water, consistent swells)
- avoid Jun–Aug (cold water, fewer surf conditions)
- Airport
- CPT
- Nights
- 1
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- Southern Africa ↗Across the subregion, plan every road leg to arrive before sunset: livestock, wildlife, pedestrians and unlit trucks make night driving the main cause of serious visitor accidents.
- South Africa ↗Check visa and entry rules for your passport with the Department of Home Affairs or a South African mission before booking; exemptions depend on nationality, and the new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is optional for most visa-exempt visitors in 2026.
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- South Africa ↗Driving is on the left. If your licence is not in English or has no photo, get an International Driving Permit before you travel; rental companies also check it.
- South Africa ↗National park gates open and close at fixed times; you must be inside your camp before the gate closes, and speed limits in parks are enforced.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Kommetjie112 ▾
- Mobile emergency112
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kommetjie, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?checkCurrency is the South African rand (ZAR, R), about 17–18 per US$ in 2026 (check).South Africa-wide
- SIM or eSIMVodacom and MTN have the best coverage; Cell C and Telkom are cheaper.South Africa-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in most cities and towns; in some municipalities with failing infrastructure, ask your host.South Africa-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurant: 10–15%; check if a service charge is added for large groups.South Africa-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/M/N. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.South Africa-wide
- SafetyKommetjie is low‑risk; main concerns are surf hazards and limited night services.
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- RestroomsClean Western toilets at fuel stations (Engen, Shell, Ultra City), malls and park camps.South Africa-wide
- Emergency numbers112 Mobile emergency (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysShops open daily in cities; small towns close Sunday afternoon.South Africa-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCPT Cape Town International.
- Getting aroundCar is fastest (via M64/M65); Golden Arrow bus links to Fish Hoek; the village is walkable and the beach trail to Noordhoek is popular.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeR20–R35
- Budget bedSunset Beach Guest Lodge, a night, per personR 400
- Mid-range bedSunset Beach Guest Lodge, a night, per personR 600
- High-end bedSunset Beach Guest Lodge, a night, per personR 800
A day, not counting the bed: Budget R 300 · Mid R 600 · High R 900
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CPT Cape Town International
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Feb
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Mar
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Apr
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
May
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Avoid
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Jul
Avoid
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Aug
Avoid
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Sep
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Oct
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Dec
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jul (7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C) low), wettest Jan (9 rain days), driest Jul (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kommetjie: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Feb
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8 rd
Mar
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Apr
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4 rd
Jun
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
3 rd
Jul
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2 rd
Aug
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2 rd
Sep
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
3 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Nov
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Dec
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is fastest (via M64/M65); Golden Arrow bus links to Fish Hoek; the village is walkable and the beach trail to Noordhoek is popular.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Noordhoek
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Walk north along the beach, about 3 km (1.9 mi)Walk north along the beach, about 1.9 mi (3 km)
Scenic walk, pass the Kakapo wreck.
Hout Bay
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Drive via Chapman's Peak Drive (M6), about 20 km (12 mi)Drive via Chapman's Peak Drive (M6), about 12 mi (20 km)
Option for lunch or ferry to Robben Island.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Glen Cottage
Self‑catering cottage for up to 6, R650–R1350 per night
Sunset Beach Guest Lodge
Beach‑front rooms, from R400 per person
Backpackers@Inchkom
En‑suite rooms, 30 m from the ocean
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- R300–R500 excl. bed
- Mid
- R500–R800 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Glen Cottage2 × 1 night × R 1,000 | R 2,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × R 600 | R 1,200 |
| Golden Arrow bus round‑trip (Cape Town‑Kommetjie)2 × R 150 · check | R 300 |
| Car rental 1 day (including fuel)2 × R 500 · check | R 1,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | R 450 |
| Trip total≈ R 2,475 per person per day, bed included | R 4,950≈ US$300 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | R20–R35 |
| Fish & chips (beach vendor) | R60–R120 |
| Surfboard rental (half‑day) | R200–R350 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Fishing quotas have reduced daily crayfish catches – check local limits.
- Surf can be powerful; heed local warnings and tide tables.
- Limited services after sunset; plan meals and transport ahead.
Emergency numbers
- Mobile emergency
- 112
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kommetjie. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Mar (warm water, consistent swells) · avoid Jun–Aug (cold water, fewer surf conditions) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a surf‑lesson package (check local operators).
- Link to Cape Town accommodation for overnight stays.
Sources
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