Gerickes Point
Gerickes Point
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Campbells777
South Africa56 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Gerickes is a must visit if you are in Sedgefield. It's a 30 minute easy beach and Rock walk to the point from Seartvlei beach . Make sure its low tide and a calm day for the best experience. The walk is interesting with rock pools mussel beds and amazing features in the cliffs where the wind has sculpted beautiful features in the sandstone .Climb to the top of the point for incredible views of the coastline and surrounding rock pools gulleys and wave crash on the huge rocks . Great birdlife too with nesting seagulls and the rare Oyster catcher... keep your distance as they are protected species . A great way to spend a motor afternoon... you can swim and snorkel in the sheltered bays and pools too ! A gem on the Eden coast
Written 6 January 2020
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Elsie N
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Jul 2018 • Family
Wonderful place, rich in history, but be cautious of inaccuracy - there never was a whaling station, the remains there are of shacks where fishermen stored their boats. In the early 1960's, people used to walk from Swartvlei parking area or even from Sedgefield to Gericke's to buy fresh fish when the boats came in
Written 23 August 2018
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bethesdav
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Walking to gericke point is like going on a brief history class. It's also called lions head as it resembles a lion. You can still find the remnants of the whaling station that was used to slaughter whales. Some holes in the rock where they used to pull the whales out. At spring tide you get these amazing pools to swim in with so many fish around you its breath taking ly beautiful. A most amazing and beautiful walk and easy enought for kids to do.
Written 19 February 2015
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stephen V
Cape Town Central, South Africa150 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
If you love long beach walks then don't miss this one.
The walk to this attraction on this beautiful beach is quite long but well worth it. It should be done at low tide to enjoy all the beautiful pool and rock formations. Great for snorkelling too. On the other side of the point the beach continues for a long stretch where beautiful sandstone cliff/rock formations can be enjoyed.
Great photo opportunities.
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The walk to this attraction on this beautiful beach is quite long but well worth it. It should be done at low tide to enjoy all the beautiful pool and rock formations. Great for snorkelling too. On the other side of the point the beach continues for a long stretch where beautiful sandstone cliff/rock formations can be enjoyed.
Great photo opportunities.
Recommended
Written 7 December 2016
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SkhuM
Pretoria, South Africa57 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
The views are refreshing, great for a pick-yourself-up break. Great walks along the beach - feeling safe. Ablution facilities are very well maintained. Location is not busy. There are no refreshment stations - so better to bring own stuff unless willing to buy from a bar that is approx 300meters away.
Ooh.... don't rely on the GPS navigator
Ooh.... don't rely on the GPS navigator
Written 27 February 2016
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robertexeter
Exeter66 contributions
Jan 2015 • Solo
Fabulous beach, when the tide is low you will be rewarded by stunning Rock pools to bath and snorkel in , must wear pools shoes , always check tide times as you could get cut off
Written 11 May 2015
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zerwickrenatevictor
Centurion, South Africa2 342 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
My husband and I planned to do the much talked about walk to Loins Head and upon arriving realized it was high tide and unfortunately could not do the walk. We however thoroughly enjoyed the magnificent views and stunning beach.
The road to Gericke's Point along the Swartvlei Lagoon itself boasts beautiful and serene views.
During our next visit to Sedgefield we will do our homework beforehand and we cannot wait to do the walk.
Not to be missed!!
The road to Gericke's Point along the Swartvlei Lagoon itself boasts beautiful and serene views.
During our next visit to Sedgefield we will do our homework beforehand and we cannot wait to do the walk.
Not to be missed!!
Written 9 May 2015
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Jill d
Port Elizabeth, South Africa2 407 contributions
Oct 2014 • Couples
We took the turn-off from the N2 at Sedgelinks to get to Swartvlei beach - it was a bumpy ride as the road, although tarred, was badly corrugated!
From Swartvlei beach, a wonderful view of Gerickes Point can be obtained, with the rocky promontory resembling half Sphynx, half recumbent lion.
It is advisable to check the tides before attempting to explore the promontory and apparently there are guided tours (pre-book) for folk who wish to get a deeper appreciation of the uniqueness of the area.The Swartvlei beach looks deceptively near to Gerickes Point - the reality is its quite a trek, so go prepared!
From Swartvlei beach, a wonderful view of Gerickes Point can be obtained, with the rocky promontory resembling half Sphynx, half recumbent lion.
It is advisable to check the tides before attempting to explore the promontory and apparently there are guided tours (pre-book) for folk who wish to get a deeper appreciation of the uniqueness of the area.The Swartvlei beach looks deceptively near to Gerickes Point - the reality is its quite a trek, so go prepared!
Written 14 November 2014
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culturous
Durban, South Africa171 contributions
Mar 2014 • Couples
This is actually a good place but you need to be there at the right time!We came at high tide so we could not walk to it but saw it at a distance.
Written 5 April 2014
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Sylvia F
Sedgefield, South Africa23 contributions
Sept 2011 • Friends
A stroll along the Swartvlei Beach to Gericke’s Point at low tide is one of our Walking Club's favourite hikes. In September, the Swartvlei Lagoon shoreline next to the road that leads to the carpark is covered with a carpet of stunning Spring flowers that shouldn’t be missed.
The beach is never overcrowded and the curved bay ending at the dramatic rocky outcrop that forms the sitting lion is a splendid sight. The fossilised dune cliffs are some of the highest in South Africa and the striated exposed cliff-face is quite spectacular.
As nature lovers we love to walk along the beach to Gerickes Point and investigate the many rock pools that are exposed at low tide. The endemic African Black Oyster-catchers are plentiful and interesting to watch. It is always a thrill to climb up Gerickes lion and spot dolphins in the bay. We stay as long as we can until the tide turns and the tidal pools start to disappear under the incoming sea.
To get the most out of the walk:
1. Do it at low tide
2. Take refreshments or a picnic lunch.
3. Sunscreen, hat and some shoes to walk over sharp rocks
4. Swimming costume and towel
5. Snorkelling gear if you want to get in to explore rock pools
5.A camera
Warning - don't get caught on the wrong side of the rocks when the tide turns
Enjoy a beach walk that is pure undiluted nature at its finest.
The beach is never overcrowded and the curved bay ending at the dramatic rocky outcrop that forms the sitting lion is a splendid sight. The fossilised dune cliffs are some of the highest in South Africa and the striated exposed cliff-face is quite spectacular.
As nature lovers we love to walk along the beach to Gerickes Point and investigate the many rock pools that are exposed at low tide. The endemic African Black Oyster-catchers are plentiful and interesting to watch. It is always a thrill to climb up Gerickes lion and spot dolphins in the bay. We stay as long as we can until the tide turns and the tidal pools start to disappear under the incoming sea.
To get the most out of the walk:
1. Do it at low tide
2. Take refreshments or a picnic lunch.
3. Sunscreen, hat and some shoes to walk over sharp rocks
4. Swimming costume and towel
5. Snorkelling gear if you want to get in to explore rock pools
5.A camera
Warning - don't get caught on the wrong side of the rocks when the tide turns
Enjoy a beach walk that is pure undiluted nature at its finest.
Written 28 September 2011
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Does anyone know if it is safe to leave the car at the car park for Gerickes Point please? I read a report (about 10 years old) that cars were being broken into, even if valuables locked in the boot. We plan to get there at about 9.30am Saturday morning just before low tide. I will use the larger car park at Myoli Beach if not but it is much tarther to walk to the Point. Thanks
Written 2 February 2018
Car park did not have any security during our midweek August visit but expect Saturday in summer may be different and likely people at surf rescue club beside parking. Area felt safe. If have 4WD can park on beach where vehicle very visible.
Written 2 February 2018
Me and my family would love to do the Gericke Point walk. My kids are 7, 9 and 13, would the younger one be able to cope with it, or is it a trail for adults?
Written 30 March 2017
at low tide there should not be a problem for a 7 year old to do it. (Disclaimer: my 7 year old is now 29 years old!)
Written 2 April 2017
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