Living in or staying in Da Gama Park, Fish Hoek

Scores

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the places and stops around its center.

About Da Gama Park

Nestled in an inland valley surrounded by mountains between Fish Hoek and Simon's Town, Da Gama Park is a tranquil, verdant residential suburb. Originally established for South African Navy personnel, the neighborhood features modest houses, leafy streets, visiting baboons, and a peaceful community-oriented atmosphere far removed from urban congestion.

Good for

• quiet seekers
• families
• retirees
• nature lovers
• drivers

Less suited to

• nightlife seekers
• public transport users
• foodies

Watch out for

• Troops of chacma baboons frequently enter properties and streets looking for food; keep windows, doors, and dustbins securely locked to prevent intrusive encounters.
• Property crimes including home break-ins and theft from yards or vehicles occur occasionally, prompting local neighborhood watch patrols.
• Walking along quiet, dimly lit suburban roads or trails leading into mountain fynbos alone after dark is advised against due to risks of opportunist robbery.
• Road access into the valley relies on single main arteries like Da Gama Way, where wildlife encounters or bushfires during the dry summer season can temporarily disrupt traffic.

Sources

• Safest Cities in South Africa
• South Africa Country Security Report
• Foreign travel advice: safety and security
• Travel advisory: level 2
• Homicide rate per 100,000 people (2022)