Klein River Lagoon
Kleinriviervlei
An estuary lagoon at the end of Grotto Beach with calm water, ideal for kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and birdwatching.
The Klein River flows into the sea east of Hermanus. Blocked by a sandbar, it forms a broad lagoon with calm, shallow water. It is a great spot for kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and sailing. The reed wetlands on its shores are home to flamingos, herons and other waterbirds. You can walk from the east end of Grotto Beach to the river mouth, or take a lagoon boat tour from the upstream village of Stanford and enjoy the scenery with a drink in hand. On summer weekends, families picnic by the lake. In winter, when the sandbar opens, you can see the dramatic sight of tidal waters rushing through.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Grotto Beach
- Fernkloof Nature Reserve
- Hermanus
- Old Harbour & Whale Museum
- Hermanus Cliff Path
- Hermanus Country Market
- Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
- Rotary Way Scenic Drive