Endangered African Penguins

Looking for sponsorship to help supply nesting boxes for the endangered Penguins living at Boulders Beach South Africa.

These Nesting boxes provide protection for both the eggs and the newly born young Penguins, shielding them from the hot sun and giving added protection from predators.

A Penguin nesting Box sponsorship is R200 (approx US$20 GBP£12 Euro14)
Email helppenguins@madbookings.com

Just around the corner from the seaside village of Simons Town turn left off main road to Boulders Visitor Centre to visit the famous colony of Jackass Penguins, so called for their hilarious braying call. This is a truly special experience and Table Mountain National Park staff is knowledgeable and offer guided tours. After you have fallen in love with the penguins head to the secluded Boulders Beach and take a swim in the comparatively warm waters of the False Bay.

This beach is ideal for kids as immense boulders shelter the cove from currents and large waves - but please always take care. Also, don't touch or feed the penguins. They might look cute and cuddly but their beaks are as sharp as razors and if they feel threatened they have no qualms about nipping the odd finger or nose.

Penguin nesting areas on the beach - prone to interference from predators and humans

Penguins are quite happy to share the beach as long as we can all play !