Things to Do Around Footprints in Kleinmond
Last updated: June 2026
Kleinmond sits in the heart of the UNESCO Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve – the world’s first declared biosphere in Southern Africa – with whales, wild horses, African Penguins, fynbos, golf, wine farms, and the Blue Flag Beach all on your doorstep.
Wildlife & Nature
Stony Point Penguin Colony (Betty’s Bay)
One of only three land-based African Penguin colonies in the world, with a boardwalk that takes you within respectful viewing distance of the critically endangered “jackass” penguins. ~20 min drive. Open 08h00-16h30 daily.
Harold Porter National Botanical Garden (Betty’s Bay)
200 hectares of cultivated fynbos and pristine natural garden between mountain and sea, famous for waterfalls, amber pools, and the red disa in January. ~10 min drive. Open 08h00-16h30 weekdays, 08h00-17h00 weekends.
Kogelberg Nature Reserve
The heart of the UNESCO Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, with more than 1 600 plant species and some of the most pristine fynbos in the world.
Beaches & Coastal Walks
Kleinmond Main Blue Flag Beach
A 2-minute, 150-metre walk from Footprints, this Blue Flag beach is safe for swimming and walking.
Palmiet Beach
A quieter beach a short drive away, popular with surfers and families.
Kleinmond Coastal Walkway
Seafront walkways begin just 20 metres from Footprints.
Hiking & Trails
Fernkloof Trails
Multiple grades from gentle ambles to full-day hikes.
Leopard’s Kloof & DisaKloof (inside Harold Porter)
Paved and rougher trails ending at waterfalls and pools.
Kogelberg Trails
Multiple grades from gentle ambles to full-day hikes.
Parkruns
Harold Porter Parkrun (Betty’s Bay)
Free, weekly, 5km parkrun inside the botanical garden.
Benguela Cove Parkrun (Bot River)
Free, weekly, vineyard-and-lagoon parkrun.
Hermanus Parkrun
Free, weekly, scenic Hermanus run.
Golf
Kleinmond Golf Club
9-hole course at the base of the Kogelberg, with the chance to see whales from the tee in season.
Arabella Golf Course
Peter Matkovich-designed 18-hole championship course, one of South Africa’s top 10, ~15 min drive.
Hermanus Golf Club
18-hole course, ~30 min drive.
Restaurants & Cafés
Sandown Bay (Kleinmond)
Local favourite.
Bistro 14 (Kleinmond)
Carry Me Home (Kleinmond)
Honingklip Brewery & Restaurant (Bot River)
Belgian-inspired ales, wood-fired pizzas, mountain views and family play area.
Oumeul Bakery
Manny’s Kitchen
Waaygat (Betty’s Bay)
Coffee on Clarence (Betty’s Bay)
KabelJoe’s Seafood Restaurant
Shopping & Essentials
Ons Hawe (Kleinmond Harbour)
Curio shops, honey factory, casual eats.
SuperSpar Kleinmond
OneHealth Kleinmond
Bloubakkie
Local laundromats
Albertyn Pharmacy
Local pharmacies
On the Water
Palmiet River Rafting (winter)
10 rapids over 4km, high-intensity, only run in winter when the river is full.
Palmiet River Tubing (summer)
Gentle floating with a beer in hand.
Kleinmond Lagoon Canoeing
Picnic-and-paddle Sundays at Die Preekboom.
Stay at Footprints in Kleinmond and step into all of this from your front door. We are just two minutes from the beach, fifteen minutes from Arabella, ten minutes from Harold Porter Garden, and twenty minutes from the African Penguins at Stony Point.
Our Local Tourism Partner
Footprints in Kleinmond is proudly listed with the Hangklip-Kleinmond Tourism Bureau, the official tourism office for Kleinmond, Betty’s Bay, Pringle Bay, and Rooi-Els. Pop in at 29 Main Road, Kleinmond, or visit their website for events, maps, brochures, and a full directory of local attractions.
Visit Hangklip-Kleinmond Tourism ↗For maps and the full list of seasonal events, visit the http://www.kleinmondtourism.co.za/ at 29 Main Road, Kleinmond.
Wildlife & Nature
Stony Point Penguin Colony (Betty’s Bay)
One of only three land-based African Penguin colonies in the world, with a boardwalk that takes you within respectful viewing distance of the critically endangered “jackass” penguins. ~20 min drive. Open 08h00-16h30 daily.
Harold Porter National Botanical Garden (Betty’s Bay)
200 hectares of cultivated fynbos and pristine natural garden between mountain and sea, famous for waterfalls, amber pools, and the red disa in January. ~10 min drive. Open 08h00-16h30 weekdays, 08h00-17h00 weekends.
Rooisand Nature Reserve – Wild Horses
South Africa’s only marsh-dwelling wild horses, viewed from a boardwalk and bird hide on the Bot River estuary. ~10 min drive.
Kogelberg Nature Reserve
The heart of the UNESCO Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, with more than 1 600 plant species and some of the most pristine fynbos in the world.
Restaurants & Cafés
Sandown Bay (Kleinmond)
Local favourite.
Bistro 14 (Kleinmond)
Carry Me Home (Kleinmond)
Honingklip Brewery & Restaurant (Bot River)
Belgian-inspired ales, wood-fired pizzas, mountain views and family play area.
Oumeul Bakery
Manny’s Kitchen
Waaygat (Betty’s Bay)
Coffee on Clarence (Betty’s Bay)
Kabeljou’s
Wine Farms & Tastings
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate
Award-winning cool-climate wines, lagoon dining at Moody Lagoon, vineyard safaris, pontoon cruises, and the Hippolytas chocolate-and-wine pairing. ~25 min drive.
Beaumont Family Wines (Bot River)
Historic estate famous for Chenin Blanc and Pinotage, with a down-to-earth tasting room and deli. ~30 min drive.
Wildekrans Wine Estate (Bot River)
Low-intervention wines, vineyard trails, family-friendly picnic vibe. ~25 min drive.
Beaches & Coastal Walks
Kleinmond Main Blue Flag Beach
A 2-minute, 150-metre walk from Footprints, this Blue Flag beach is safe for swimming and walking.
Palmiet Beach
A quieter beach a short drive away, popular with surfers and families.
Kleinmond Coastal Walkway
Seafront walkways begin just 20 metres from Footprints.
Hiking & Trails
Fernkloof / Kogelberg Trails
Multiple grades from gentle ambles to full-day hikes.
Wessels-Wanderweg
A scenic local trail listed by Tripadvisor among Kleinmond’s top attractions.
Luiperd’s Kloof & Disa Kloof (inside Harold Porter)
Paved and rougher trails ending at waterfalls and pools.
Parkruns
Harold Porter Parkrun (Betty’s Bay)
Free, weekly, 5km parkrun inside the botanical garden.
Benguela Cove Parkrun (Bot River)
Free, weekly, vineyard-and-lagoon parkrun.
Hermanus Parkrun
Free, weekly, scenic Hermanus run.
Golf
Kleinmond Golf Club
9-hole course at the base of the Kogelberg, with the chance to see whales from the tee in season.
Arabella Golf Course
Peter Matkovich-designed 18-hole championship course, one of South Africa’s top 10, ~15 min drive.
Hermanus Golf Club
18-hole course, ~30 min drive.
Shopping & Essentials
Ons Hawe (Kleinmond Harbour)
Curio shops, honey factory, casual eats.
SuperSpar Kleinmond
Bloubakkie
Local laundromats
Local pharmacies
On the Water
Palmiet River Rafting (winter)
10 rapids over 4km, high-intensity, only run in winter when the river is full.
Palmiet River Tubing (summer)
Gentle floating with a beer in hand.
Kleinmond Lagoon Canoeing
Picnic-and-paddle Sundays at Die Preekboom.
Nearby Amenities
Superspar Kleinmond – 850m away
