Plettenberg Bay

Plettenberg Bay is a seaside town on the Garden Route in South Africa’s Western Cape Province. The sandy Central Beach and Lookout Beach both have surf breaks. To the south, Robberg Nature Reserve is a rocky peninsula with trails and the Stone Age Nelson Bay Caves. Northeast are Birds of Eden, a free-flight bird sanctuary in indigenous forest, and an elephant sanctuary. Whales come near the coast in migration season. 

Plettenberg Bay

What makes Plettenberg Bay special?

Plettenberg Bay is a premier holiday destination situated on the Southern Cape coast of South Africa. Plett, as it is popularly known, has sweeping golden beaches, the iconic Robberg Peninsula, intriguing lagoons and estuaries, towering indigenous forests and unpolluted rivers, vineyards and wine estates.

Is it better to stay in Knysna or Plettenberg Bay?

If you are wanting more of a summer holiday vibe with a beach resort feel, then Plett is for you. There are three stunning golden beaches to choose from. The weather is slightly better on average (slightly less rain over the course of a year than Knysna).

Which area is Plettenberg Bay?

39,7 km²

Plettenberg Bay / Area

Is it safe to swim in Plettenberg Bay?

The waters of Plettenberg Bay and Knysna offer up perfect conditions for a dip in the sea. This is due to the warm Mozambican current flowing from the Equator on its way to Cape Point where it meets the Atlantic Ocean. Safety tips are always important when swimming in the ocean.