Bollard Bay, Knysna: Address, Phone Number, Bollard Bay Reviews: 4.5/5
Bollard Bay
Bollard Bay
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Bollard Bay is a model family beach with safe swimming in shallow waters.
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Karin P
Knysna, South Africa44 contributions
May 2014 • Family
This is a small beach, but the only one in Knysna itself. Good swimming, in beautiful clear water, but very shallow. Good for launching a kayak. People are friendly, and the view is spectacular.
Written May 9, 2014
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Stanley466
Cape Town Central, South Africa787 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
Situated on Leisure Island and not far from the heads, Bollard Beach is an ideal swimming beach.
White sand covered when high tide, there is a grass embankment and our children loved the swim here.
There's water buoys showing boats can't come too close, and it's enjoyable to see all them going past in the distance.
Free for anyone to stop and enjoy, there's also long walkways to the heads (maybe 3km long) to enjoy.
White sand covered when high tide, there is a grass embankment and our children loved the swim here.
There's water buoys showing boats can't come too close, and it's enjoyable to see all them going past in the distance.
Free for anyone to stop and enjoy, there's also long walkways to the heads (maybe 3km long) to enjoy.
Written August 8, 2016
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ali19782014
Preston, UK29 contributions
Jun 2016
ideal for children to paddle/swim in a little bay very calm waters with views of the knysna heads. beach very clean
Written July 12, 2016
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VISWESWARA
Bengaluru (Bangalore), India257 contributions
Mar 2015
This small beautiful place is right at the location (Estuary) where river Knysna meets Atlantic ocean. It is an important tourist attraction in South Africa. On one side of the river is the town Knysna and the other side is a range of hills. We get an amazing view of the town, river and the actual meeting point (River and Ocean) from the top of these hills. A day's visit to this place is a good idea.
Written October 5, 2015
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Mathew English
6 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Great beach for kids. The kids have a absolute blast however the water has a slight stench to it, which qas the only thing to be wary of.
Written February 12, 2020
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Natalie G
9 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
We’ve just had four most amazing days at the Bollard Bay house in Knysna. From the moment we arrived, the hosts Mike and Sarah welcomed us as if we were family. Their house is absolutely spectacular. The bedrooms are spacious and beautifully appointed with no detail overlooked. The beds are enormous! Seriously you can fit three in the bed. They have two beautiful swimming pools with comfortable sun loungers over looking the most unreal view of the bay. We woke to the smell of freshly baked vanilla muffins, and went into breakfast to be served fresh fruit, yogurts, cereals and your choice of cooked breakfast. Seriously 5star stuff. The cleaners are amazing, making sure your rooms are tidy and equipped with any toiletries you may need. The island is super secure and is absolutely amazing for early morning/evening jogs. Book early because I’m sure this amazing guesthouse gets booked early.Thanks so much for making our stay so memorable! The Gould’s, London. X
Written November 26, 2019
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Jill d
Port Elizabeth, South Africa2,542 contributions
Sep 2019
This lovely stretch of beach on Leisure Isle, is accessed via Cearn Road.Although there is no designated car park as such, there is ample space for parking off road, on the grass verge. Note that there are no ablution facilities either. Bollard Bay offers sheltered waters, ideal for children to paddle with beautiful views from the Heads, across to the Featherbed Reserve and towards town. Pack a picnic ( but leave your skottel at home as no braai fires are permitted) and enjoy the surroundings!
Written September 20, 2019
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Micky
Johannesburg, South Africa20 contributions
Jul 2019
Just beautiful clean water with stunning view of the sea , perfect for kids and very safe place. A toilet would be great at this beach.
Written August 31, 2019
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T10Tom
Leicester, UK193 contributions
Mar 2018
This is a lovely beach if you are looking for somewhere to swim that’s not too wavy. The water is shallow for quite a way out so ideal for families with small children. When we visited the beach it was also surprisingly quiet with only a few couples on it. However we still felt very safe here.
Written March 13, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bollard Bay
- Hotels near Bollard Bay:
- (0.04 mi) Chez Pierre
- (0.06 mi) Cuningham's Island Guest House
- (0.05 mi) Room on the Isle
- (0.15 mi) Rivertide Lodge
- (0.32 mi) Amanzi Island Boutique Hotel
- Restaurants near Bollard Bay:
- (0.09 mi) Nonna's Mediterranean Kitchen
- (0.13 mi) Leisure Island Coffee Shop
- (0.13 mi) Nadine's Corner
- (0.68 mi) East Head Cafe
- (0.49 mi) Daniela`s at Leisure Isle Lodge