Plettenberg Bay Hotels
Partying Plettenberg Bay
Affectionately nicknamed ‘Plett’ by the teenage school leavers who descend upon this South African coastal resort in droves come November, Plettenberg Bay is either a congested tourist hub or an idyllic escape depending on which time of year you visit. ... Read more »
Plettenberg Bay’s sandy white beaches are where most of either the partying or mental repose takes place. But regardless of when you go, you can count on experiencing an aquarium-like marine atmosphere (without the entry price and floury hot dogs), plus no end of surfing, diving and snorkelling opportunities. Get stereotypical and send the boys for a round at the beautiful Goose Valley Golf Estate while the girls shop on Main Street, check out the dolphins, or just check out the lifeguards. Because Plettenberg Bay’s landscape isn’t the only photo-worthy thing!
PLETTENBERG BAY’S TOP 10
10. Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary Take the one-hour guided tour for the best experience. |
5. Gardenroute Wolf Sanctuary Emus, mountain tortoises and ponies keep the big bad wolves company here. |
9. Storms River View the indigenous ferns at this amazing lunch stop. |
4. Birds of Eden Duck! This is the world’s largest free-flight bird aviary. |
8. Trumilk Dairy If your Plett vacation isn’t cheesy enough, sample some of Trumilk’s feta or camembert. |
3. Monkeyland A monkey safari with amazing up-close moments. Hold on to your wallet! |
7. Elephant Sanctuary Kinda pricey, but worth it to touch, feed and walk through the jungle with these amazing creatures. |
2. Game Reserve Lions, zebras, hippos, giraffes, water buffalo, wildebeest, crocodiles, rhinos and antelope. Spend a day or stay overnight. |
6. Harkerville Get lost in the labyrinth of little shops and cafés in this part of town. |
1. Robberg Nature Reserve You’ll be kicking yourself if you miss the views from this walk along beaches and cliffs. |
PLETTENBERG BAY EVENTS
April camps it up for the Pink Loerie Mardi Gras and Arts Festival . Performances and exhibitions (and a few exhibitionists) can be seen across the city.
The Cairnbrogie Easter Trail Run isn’t as gastronomically rewarding as an Easter egg hunt, but you’ll feel pretty special just for finishing it.
July bring the surfers into town for the annual Wedge Classic Competition. This is held into the lead-up to the South African Championships.
The 10-day annual Pick ’n’ Pay Knysna Oyster Festival, one of the country’s longest-running festivals, is packed with sport, entertainment and 200,000 oysters.
November and December see the Matric Rage take place as thousands of students descend on Plett to celebrate finishing school and annoy all other tourists.
WHEN TO GO
- Plettenberg Bay has very mild temperatures. October through March is the peak of summer, with temperatures sitting around 30ºC (86ºF).
- Winter can be rainy, especially in June, but averages a pleasant 19ºC (66ºF).
- Summer is the busiest period for tourists, with many hotels booked out and the beaches swarming with bodies.
GETTING AROUND
- Walkingwill get you to the beaches and around the town centre.
- Taxis are a quick and easy way to get around, and are also reasonably priced and safe.
- Car hire is another good option. Rental companies abound!
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4 Stars$71
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N2 Rietvlei Road Plettenberg Bay 6600
This contemporary African hotel offers luxurious accommodation in the heart of the Garden Route to make your stay a pl... More hotel details
Whalesong Coastal Lodge
4 Stars$146
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1 East Marine Drive Plettenberg Bay 6600
Offering thatched accommodation, the Whalesong is a chic hotel in a happening town and is a place where one feels the ... More hotel details
