One Welsh beach is a near-perfect 'dupe' for the stunning Hout Bay in Cape Town, South Africa. With its picturesque views and clear blue waters, Hout Bay has become a popular must-visit location for those visiting South Africa. However, there's a similar beach much closer to home for those who are looking for a budget-friendly holiday.
North Wales's Porthdinllaen, and its beautiful Morfa Nefyn Beach, is the UK's version of Hout Bay, according to the staycation experts at holidaycottages.co.uk .
Both Porthdinllaen and Hout Bay are charming seaside villages known for their sandy beaches and rugged cliffs, and both offer a vibrant local atmosphere with bustling harbours. Porthdinllaen like its South African twin is a perfect location to do some wildlife watching, and while you won't spot any penguins like some lucky visitors to Hout Bay have, there's still plenty to look out for, including seals, sand martins, and oystercatchers. The Welsh seaside location is also a great place to visit for those wanting to enjoy a swim in the sea, or take part in some more adventurous watersports such as kayaking and snorkelling.
Visitors to Porthdinllaen should be sure to stop for a meal at The Ty Coch Inn, a small red-brick pub located on its own section of sandy beach, that has been labelled "world-class" and "magical" by visitors. Those with dogs will be happy to know that Morfa Nefyn is a dog-friendly beach, although be sure to keep your canine pal on a lead when nearing the Ty Coch area. .