The village of Arniston

Arniston is just 45 kms from Cape Agulhas. Prior to the wreck of the Arniston, the village was known to local farmers as Waenhuiskrans, an Afrikaans name meaning literally "Wagon house cliff", after a local sea cave which is large enough to accommodate a wagon and a span of oxen. Waenhuiskrans Cave can be visited at low tide. At first only a fishing community, Arniston has become a holiday destination with beach cottages and luxury apartments. Whale watching is a regular tourist activity. The Arniston Hotel is a popular venue that looks out over the ocean. The sandy beaches are all within walking distance of the cottages and are family-friendly and safe for swimming. You can swim, fish, or go snorkeling in the warm and welcoming sea.