Why We Started
Langebaan Lagoon is one of South Africa's great natural treasures — a sheltered marine park of extraordinary beauty, biodiversity, and character. Yet most people who haven't been to the West Coast have never experienced it. Shark Bay Cam was created to change that.
We set up a live webcam at Shark Bay, one of the most scenic points on the lagoon, to give anyone in the world the ability to watch the tides, spot wildlife, and experience the rhythms of this remarkable place — in real time, free of charge.
What We Capture
Flamingos, oystercatchers, cormorants, puff adders, Cape foxes — the lagoon is alive with wildlife year-round.
Langebaan's consistent south-westerly winds attract water sports enthusiasts from around the world.
Watch the lagoon transform through the seasons — from wildflower blooms to flamingo migrations.
Langebaan's skies are legendary. Every evening the lagoon is painted in colours that defy description.
Our Location
The Shark Bay Cam is positioned on the southern shore of Langebaan Lagoon, within the West Coast National Park boundary, looking north across the open water. The camera captures a wide view of the lagoon, the beach, and the activity above and on the water.
Langebaan is located approximately 120 km north of Cape Town on South Africa's West Coast, and is easily accessible via the R27 West Coast Road.
About the Lagoon
Langebaan Lagoon is a 16 km-long inlet of the Atlantic Ocean, protected as part of the West Coast National Park. Its calm, shallow waters make it ideal for a huge range of bird species, and it is internationally recognised as one of Africa's most important shorebird habitats. In summer, tens of thousands of migratory waders arrive from breeding grounds as far away as the Arctic tundra.
Get in Touch
We love hearing from people who've spotted something interesting on the stream, or who have questions about Langebaan. Send us a message — we read everything.