Sardinia Bay Beach(Duck Pond)

Located 15 kilometers outside of Port Elizabeth on the Eastern Cape of South Africa, Sardinia Bay Beach offers a secluded atmosphere and averages 230 sunny days per year. This peaceful beach is nicknamed “Sards” and attracts locals and visitors for its stunning views of unique beachscape.

Sardinia Bay Beach is usually not crowded and has plenty of parking in a large adjacent lot and on nearby streets. There are portable bathrooms next to the parking lot, but the beach is not within walking distance of retail shops and other amenities so be sure to plan ahead. On some weekends there is a food truck in the parking lot that offers snacks and ice cream. Once you arrive, the only way to access the beach is to walk over a short but steep sand dune.

With long stretches of golden sand, this beach is perfect for walks and horseback rides. There are also sand dunes that are fun to explore, climb, and sandboard. The waters at Sardinia Bay Beach have strong rip currents and are not recommended for swimming, but the large waves are great for surfing and kitesurfing. Sardinia Bay Beach provides amazing golden hour photo opportunities during its beautiful sunsets. If you’re looking for a little exercise drive 20 minutes to the Sacramento Trail, a four-kilometer trail that’s great for hiking and running.

If you want to find nearby restaurants or accommodations, check out the city of Port Elizabeth that’s a 20-minute drive from Sardinia Bay Beach. The Boardwalk near Hobie Beach in Port Elizabeth has many delicious sidewalk restaurants and bars for your afternoon bite, romantic date, or a fun night out. If you want to stay in a large hotel, The Boardwalk Casino Hotel is family-friendly and offers unique entertainment, fine dining, and an outdoor swimming pool. There are also limited private Airbnb rentals available in neighborhoods closer to Sardinia Bay Beach.