Fee
Day permit from the Witzands gate office; commercial and film shoots need a City of Cape Town Film Office permit.
Hours
Confirm with venue
Parking
Unconfirmed
Dogs
Unconfirmed
Shoot types
Couples, Matric Dance, Family
Safety
Be aware of vehicle traffic on dunes. Wind can shift quickly.
Best light today
17:37
Recommended starting time
17:27 to 18:27
Evening golden hour
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Sand dunes stretch wide and open, golden on clear days. A 4x4 helps but hiking works fine. Shoot early for soft light before wind picks up. The landscape reads raw and minimal, perfect for couples and matric shoots. Sand reflects a lot of light, so late afternoon gives you softer contrast out here. The dune field is part of the Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve, so grab a day permit at the gate before you head in.
Shooting tip
Golden hour is tight here. Arrive early and plan to shoot for maybe 45 minutes before the light flattens.
The dunes sit inside the City of Cape Town's Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve. Buy a day permit at the gate office on Dassenberg Drive.
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Contact & access
Phone: 021 054 0123
Address: Dassenberg Drive, Atlantis
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