Cape Vidal
A pristine beach at the end of the eastern shore, backed by some of the world’s tallest forested dunes, with snorkeling among tidal rock pools for tropical fish.
Cape Vidal lies about 32 km from St Lucia town, and the road there runs through the eastern shore game area, so you can see wildlife along the way. The beach is framed by towering forested dunes. At low tide, reefs near the shore form natural swimming pools, ideal for snorkeling among tropical fish. From June to November you may spot humpback whales passing by. The number of vehicles allowed into the park each day is limited, so arrive early during peak season. The beach has picnic areas and a campsite. There are no lifeguards, so beware of rip currents, and swim only inside the rock pools.
Opening hours
Same hours as the East Gate
Nearby sights
- Charters Creek (Western Shores)
- Mission Rocks
- Lake St Lucia
- St Lucia Main Beach
- iSimangaliso Wetland Park – Eastern Shores
- St Lucia Crocodile Centre
- DumaZulu Cultural Village
- St Lucia Estuary Hippo & Croc Cruise