Take a break at the serene Cape Receife Nature Reserve, just a quick 5-minute drive from Margate Place Guest House in Summerstrand, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. This hidden haven boasts secluded family-friendly beaches that you can easily access on foot from the main entrance gate, no permit required. However, if you prefer to bring your vehicle, there’s a convenient day pass option available from the Pine Lodge office.
Once inside the reserve, you’ll find an abundance of activities to enjoy throughout the day. Whether you fancy a leisurely hike, a peaceful walk along the soft sand shores, a refreshing dip in the tidal rock pools, or some birdwatching and dolphin spotting, there’s something for everyone. One of the luxuries of this reserve is the ability to choose your perfect spot along the bay. You’re sure to find a spot that suits your preferences, whether the sheltered tranquility of Paddy’s Bay or the scenic beauty of Cobbles Beach.
Cobbles beach pathway
View from the Cobbles beach deck
Open ocean swells hit the rocks at paddy’s bay.
Floating around at one of the tidal pools
Photo: Hannah Minkley
View from the top of the fort onto cobbles beach
Cobbles beach
The best place in GQ to spend a few hours, Enjoy!