Kommetjie has it all

For those who aren't able to drive up the West Coast to see the daisies, look no further than Kommetjie. Under the lighthouse and in every patch of open ground you will find carpets of white, with yellow daisies starting to appear among it, and startlingly bright patches of pink where the bokbaai vygies are in bloom. Combined with the invigorating sea air to be enjoyed while walking on the boardwalk or around the coastline to Long Beach, this little paradise is right on your doorstep.

Birdlife is abundant and varied, with special visitors to the Kom from time to time - flamingos. We have otters if you know when and where to look, and even the caracal can be seen along the mountain road on the odd occasion. Reptiles in all forms lie on the rocks, soaking up the sun, but darting out of sight if disturbed.
Surfing, kayaking, bodyboarding and SUPing can be indulged in almost 365 days a year, and hang-gliders hover overhead when the southwester visits. The Hoerikwagga Trail has a camp at the foot of Slangkop near the lighthouse where you can overnight while walking the trail through the Table Mountain National Park.
With many B & Bs to choose from and pubs and restaurants providing excellent sustenance, this remains a destination of choice for many overseas visitors, and a sought-after residential area for those looking to escape the rat race, but with easy access to a fractionally faster lifestyle over the mountain.