Henk’s Guidebook to Plettenberg Bay
City/town information
Plettenberg Bay, nicknamed Plet or Plett, is the primary town of the Bitou Local Municipality in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. It was originally named Bahia Formosa by early Portuguese explorers and lies on South Africa's Garden Route 210 km from Port Elizabeth and about 600 km from Cape Town.
It has beautiful blue flag beaches, surrounded by the Tsitsikamma mountains and natures reserves. With excellent golf courses and award winning farms on your doorstep.
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Plettenberg Bay
1 Crescent StreetPlettenberg Bay, nicknamed Plet or Plett, is the primary town of the Bitou Local Municipality in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. It was originally named Bahia Formosa by early Portuguese explorers and lies on South Africa's Garden Route 210 km from Port Elizabeth and about 600 km from Cape Town.
It has beautiful blue flag beaches, surrounded by the Tsitsikamma mountains and natures reserves. With excellent golf courses and award winning farms on your doorstep.
Sightseeing
Hiking trails, swimming, picnic, views, seals, nature reserve, beach
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Robberg náttúruverndarsvæði
Hiking trails, swimming, picnic, views, seals, nature reserve, beach
Monkeyland is the worlds first free roaming multi-specie primate sanctuary. It's mission is to educate and foster greater understanding of our primate cousins and the threats and challenges they are facing.
Birds of Eden's unique two hectare dome (the world’s largest) spans over a gorge of indigenous forest. Currently it is home to over 3,500 birds from over 220 species, with the main focus being African birds. Visits to Birds of Eden are usually self-guided, however guided walks are offered on request.
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Monkeyland and Birds of Eden
Monkeyland is the worlds first free roaming multi-specie primate sanctuary. It's mission is to educate and foster greater understanding of our primate cousins and the threats and challenges they are facing.
Birds of Eden's unique two hectare dome (the world’s largest) spans over a gorge of indigenous forest. Currently it is home to over 3,500 birds from over 220 species, with the main focus being African birds. Visits to Birds of Eden are usually self-guided, however guided walks are offered on request.
At Jukani our mission is to maintain and manage a sustainable wildlife sanctuary, with the focus on creating widespread awareness about the plight of large predators in captivity, in South Africa and all over the world.
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Jukani Villtafriðland
N2At Jukani our mission is to maintain and manage a sustainable wildlife sanctuary, with the focus on creating widespread awareness about the plight of large predators in captivity, in South Africa and all over the world.
Our mission at Lawnwood is to educate our visitors about snakes in general, to bring understanding and promote the conservation of these commonly feared reptiles.
Most people are aware that we get both venomous and non-venomous snakes, but have little knowledge on telling them apart. It makes the subject mysterious and encourages fear. We aim to bring a better understanding when dealing with snakes!
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Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary
2 the cragsOur mission at Lawnwood is to educate our visitors about snakes in general, to bring understanding and promote the conservation of these commonly feared reptiles.
Most people are aware that we get both venomous and non-venomous snakes, but have little knowledge on telling them apart. It makes the subject mysterious and encourages fear. We aim to bring a better understanding when dealing with snakes!
Today Goose Valley is recognized as one of the finest golf courses in the Southern Cape and over the years has received many accolades. In 2006, it was ranked the 50th best golf course in Golf Digest’s Top 100 SA courses, and the 26th Best Conditioned Golf Course in SA. In 2007 Compleat Golfer awarded only 41 places to the Best of the Best South African golf courses. Goose Valley received a Gold Status award along with 18 other courses in this elite group of 41. In addition, Compleat Golfer named Goose Valley’s 11th hole as one of the Top 10 Modern Par Three’s in SA. In an article on Pinnacle Point, Terry McLean, then Editor of Golf Digest said, “But the course that impressed us most on the Garden Route was Goose Valley!” John Botha from Compleat Golfer also wrote an article where he wrote, “ Goose Valley is quite simply the best value for money golf course anywhere!”
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Goose Valley Golf Estate
Today Goose Valley is recognized as one of the finest golf courses in the Southern Cape and over the years has received many accolades. In 2006, it was ranked the 50th best golf course in Golf Digest’s Top 100 SA courses, and the 26th Best Conditioned Golf Course in SA. In 2007 Compleat Golfer awarded only 41 places to the Best of the Best South African golf courses. Goose Valley received a Gold Status award along with 18 other courses in this elite group of 41. In addition, Compleat Golfer named Goose Valley’s 11th hole as one of the Top 10 Modern Par Three’s in SA. In an article on Pinnacle Point, Terry McLean, then Editor of Golf Digest said, “But the course that impressed us most on the Garden Route was Goose Valley!” John Botha from Compleat Golfer also wrote an article where he wrote, “ Goose Valley is quite simply the best value for money golf course anywhere!”
Natures Valley lies 29 kilometres from Plettenberg Bay, in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Natures Valley is flanked by an escarpment on one side and the Indian ocean on the other side and it forms part of the Tsitsikamma National Park. Natures Valley is situated at the mouth of the Groot River at the bottom of the Groot River pass.
Beautiful beaches, lagoons, rivers, hiking trails
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Nature's Valley
Natures Valley lies 29 kilometres from Plettenberg Bay, in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Natures Valley is flanked by an escarpment on one side and the Indian ocean on the other side and it forms part of the Tsitsikamma National Park. Natures Valley is situated at the mouth of the Groot River at the bottom of the Groot River pass.
Beautiful beaches, lagoons, rivers, hiking trails
The bungy jump takes place from the top of the arch of Africa’s biggest bridge. To get out to the jump point we send you out on a zipline from the bank to the arch. From there, it’s time for your bungy jump - the worlds best bungy!
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Bloukrans Bungee hlaup með Face Adrenalin
The bungy jump takes place from the top of the arch of Africa’s biggest bridge. To get out to the jump point we send you out on a zipline from the bank to the arch. From there, it’s time for your bungy jump - the worlds best bungy!
Canyoning or locally called “Kloofing”, Abseil in and around waterfalls, optional jumps, swim through natural rock pools, packed with fun in between – All levels of adventurer welcome, first timers and novices – no experience needed. Professionally trained guides to navigate all the way.
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Africanyon River Adventures
Monkeyland RoadCanyoning or locally called “Kloofing”, Abseil in and around waterfalls, optional jumps, swim through natural rock pools, packed with fun in between – All levels of adventurer welcome, first timers and novices – no experience needed. Professionally trained guides to navigate all the way.
Swim, canoe, braai, picnic, nature reserve, boating
Keurbooms River Nature Reserve, a World Heritage Site, is an exquisite, small reserve of just 740 hectares located in the lush Garden Route region just outside Plettenberg Bay. The Keurbooms River passes through the reserve bringing an abundance of water from further up in the Tsitsikamma Mountains to enter the ocean through the stunning estuary. Promising an undiluted nature experience of indigenous forests, unspoilt river gorge, and protected kloofs, this reserve is a favourite destination for both local and international travellers.
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Keurboomsrivier
Swim, canoe, braai, picnic, nature reserve, boating
Keurbooms River Nature Reserve, a World Heritage Site, is an exquisite, small reserve of just 740 hectares located in the lush Garden Route region just outside Plettenberg Bay. The Keurbooms River passes through the reserve bringing an abundance of water from further up in the Tsitsikamma Mountains to enter the ocean through the stunning estuary. Promising an undiluted nature experience of indigenous forests, unspoilt river gorge, and protected kloofs, this reserve is a favourite destination for both local and international travellers.
Reserve your boat online in advance, no need for a skipper's license. Bring along a picnic, swimwear, and sunscreen for a delightful day on the Keurbooms River and Nature Reserve. It's undoubtedly a highlight.
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Plettenberg Bay Angling Club
N2Reserve your boat online in advance, no need for a skipper's license. Bring along a picnic, swimwear, and sunscreen for a delightful day on the Keurbooms River and Nature Reserve. It's undoubtedly a highlight.
Knysna Elephant Park
What is more magical than walking with elephants?
Food scene
A fabulous, eccentric and creative space. The perfect place for breakfast or lunch on a farm with lovely views over Plett and the ocean. Quality ready prepared meals to take home. A boutique with "one of a kind" designs. Something special and truly unique
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Ouland Royale
A fabulous, eccentric and creative space. The perfect place for breakfast or lunch on a farm with lovely views over Plett and the ocean. Quality ready prepared meals to take home. A boutique with "one of a kind" designs. Something special and truly unique
Begin your evening with cocktails on the rooftop deck, savoring unparalleled views and breathtaking sunsets. Follow it up with a relaxed dinner at The Palms restaurant on the lower level.
The Ivory Haus
Begin your evening with cocktails on the rooftop deck, savoring unparalleled views and breathtaking sunsets. Follow it up with a relaxed dinner at The Palms restaurant on the lower level.
Experience a rustic farm ambiance with superb breakfasts and lunches. Bring your own wine to enhance the charm. Kids can enjoy the petting zoo and indulge in painting their own ceramics.
Roadside Cafe Plettenberg Bay
Experience a rustic farm ambiance with superb breakfasts and lunches. Bring your own wine to enhance the charm. Kids can enjoy the petting zoo and indulge in painting their own ceramics.
Start your day with the 5km park run, followed by a delectable breakfast from the numerous amazing options available. Treat yourself to an array of fresh farm produce, locally crafted products, and delightful breads, pastries, and homemade jams.
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Harkerville laugardagsmarkaður
Start your day with the 5km park run, followed by a delectable breakfast from the numerous amazing options available. Treat yourself to an array of fresh farm produce, locally crafted products, and delightful breads, pastries, and homemade jams.
Set in a picturesque environment, ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Featuring an outstanding local brewery, you can sit outside on the patio and relish the refreshing night breeze while gazing at the stars.
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Barringtons Plettenberg Bay
Erf 2104 Piesang Valley RdSet in a picturesque environment, ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Featuring an outstanding local brewery, you can sit outside on the patio and relish the refreshing night breeze while gazing at the stars.