Plettenberg Bay Tourism

Plettenberg Bay Tourism Plett, it's a feeling! This is the official tourism account for Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. It is also the only town within a national park.

Welcome to Plettenberg Bay

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. Known as “Bahia Formosa” (beautiful bay) by early Portuguese expl

orers, the “Plett feeling” is easy to experience. With its moderate climate and beautiful vistas over the Indian Ocean, Plett’s about lazy sun-filled beach holidays (on any one of our six Blue Flag beaches) and activities ranging from adrenaline to leisure. This includes hiking, mountain biking, abseiling, bungy jumping, sky diving, marine safaris, boutique shopping and wine tasting. You’ll be spoilt for choice with some of SA’s award-winning restaurants, wine farms and other lifestyle experiences. Plett is home to wildlife sanctuaries, game reserves, whale and dolphin watching, birding, canoeing and kayaking, sailing … and so much more. Situated between the hills covered with indigenous Fynbos and the Bitou River is the tranquil and rural village of Wittedrift, a bird and nature lover’s paradise. From Keurboomstrand to the Robberg Peninsula there are 15 kilometers of beaches punctuated by the river mouth and an island. The river, lagoon, bay and beaches are much used by fishing and boating enthusiasts and offer the best shore based whale watching of the area. The Crags is situated 20 kilometers from Plett central and has become one of the must see areas, with polo fields, wildlife sanctuaries, theatre and an abundance of art and craft offerings along its vibrant ‘Cruise the Crags‘ route. And once there, head down the scenic R102 to tranquil Nature’s Valley with its untouched indigenous trees, forest and beautiful pristine coastline for a glimpse of historical beauty. Further down the N2, nestled in the great forests lying at the feet of the fabled Tsitsikamma mountains is the quaint hamlet of Storms River offering teeming bird life, vast expanses of Cape flora, delicate eco-systems in wetlands and lagoons, gigantic trees and adrenaline pumping activities such as the world’s highest bungee jump and tree canopy tours. Whatever you choose, make sure to take advantage of all the Plett has to offer to experience that “Plett feeling”. Visit our offices at Melville’s Corner Shopping Center on Plett’s Main Street to find our more about what Plett has to offer! www.pletttourism.com

Happy World Ocean Day - we're celebrating the theme of "Wonder: sustaining what sustains us" this World Ocean Day. From ...
08/06/2025

Happy World Ocean Day - we're celebrating the theme of "Wonder: sustaining what sustains us" this World Ocean Day. From the smallest, most delicate seahorses in the Keurbooms Estuary to the enormous whales visiting our bay - what a wonderful world! Plett Tourism would like to extend our heartfelt 🌊💙🩵 thanks to the departments and organisations in Plett that work tirelessly to preserve our oceans, marine life and protect ocean users. NSRI CapeNature Bitou Municipality NVT Plett Shark Spotters Plett Ocean Festival Tenikwa Wildlife Rehabilitation and Awareness Centre South African National Parks ORCA Foundation Mission Blue WESSA Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa Environment Forum
📷 Mel Makes Waves - Marine Conservation & Photography Knysna seahorse carrying eggs in the lagoon. Early last year, 1,079 critically endangered Knysna seahorses stranded on Lookout Beach due to the estuary flooding, with 737 successfully released back into their habitat due to a huge community effort mobilising hundreds of people to collect these delicate and endangered animals. If you'd like to learn more about what it's like to be a part of the Plett community's research and conservatione efforts, please join us at the Plett Ocean Festival's Marine Science Symposium this July. www.plettoceanfestival.co.za

05/06/2025

Talk about a world of wonder! Just look at the fascinating marine life that local marine biologist Mel Makes Waves - Marine Conservation & Photography has captured on the BRUVS (Baited Remote Underwater Stereo-Video Systems)! Watch out for that curious octopus 🐙
📢 Dive into the future of marine research and conservation at the Plett Ocean Festival Marine Science Symposium!
🌊 This year, we're putting a spotlight on cutting-edge technology that's revolutionizing our understanding and protection of the ocean.

Get ready for fascinating talks, including:

🐧 Understanding Penguins with Prof. Pierre Pistorius.

🎬 On Location with the BBC with Dr. Zanri Strydom

🎥 Behind the Scenes with Netflix & BBC with Justin Blake
🔊 BRUVS in Stereo with Dr. Kaylee Smit
🎶 Sounds of Antarctica with Dr. Alejandra Vargas Fonseca

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn from leading experts and see how technology is shaping the future of ocean science!

🔗 For more information and tickets, visit www.plettoceanfestival.co.za. The Marine Science Symposium runs from 11 - 13 July 2025, at the Beacon Island Resort. World Ocean Day Plett Shark Spotters

A Week of Wonders! Counting down to World Ocean Day - with a theme of "Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us" - on 8 June,...
04/06/2025

A Week of Wonders!
Counting down to World Ocean Day - with a theme of "Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us" - on 8 June, we're sharing some of the wonders of our marine world while preparing for the Plett Ocean Festival from 4 - 13 July 2025.

Curious about the cutting edge of marine science? 🧐 The Plett Marine Science Symposium, a core part of the Plett Ocean Festival (July 4-13), brings together leading experts to discuss critical ocean challenges and groundbreaking research. It's your chance to engage, ask questions, and even become a citizen scientist! Expand your mind and connect with the ocean's intricate ecosystems.

Learn more on www.plettoceanfestival.co.za

📸: Ocean Blue Adventures

Cheers to Barrington's Brew Team! 🍺🍺🍺A massive congratulations to Barrington's and their incredible Brew Team, Tristan ...
04/06/2025

Cheers to Barrington's Brew Team! 🍺🍺🍺

A massive congratulations to Barrington's and their incredible Brew Team, Tristan & Alfred, for their outstanding achievement at the African Beer Cup 2025! 🥳
Out of 260 brews from 14 African countries, judged by 58 expert judges, they brought home not one, but TWO prestigious awards:

🥈 Silver for their delicious Dulcy's Weiss (German Wheat Beer)
🥉 Bronze for their classic Newdigate (British Bitter)

What an epic feat! We're incredibly proud to have such talent brewing right here in Plettenberg Bay. Next time you're in Plett, be sure to visit Barrington's and taste these award-winning brews for yourself!

Craving some outdoor therapy? Here are five coastal hiking trails to enjoy in the Western Cape via The South African
03/06/2025

Craving some outdoor therapy? Here are five coastal hiking trails to enjoy in the Western Cape via The South African

Whether you're in it for the fitness, the photos, or the freedom, these coastal hiking trails in the Western Cape will hit their mark.

A Week of Wonder! Join us in celebrating the countdown to World Ocean Day 2025 with a week of wonder. This year's theme ...
03/06/2025

A Week of Wonder!
Join us in celebrating the countdown to World Ocean Day 2025 with a week of wonder. This year's theme is "Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us." Taking inspiration from this, we're sharing Plett moments full of wonder! Just look at this beautiful - so tiny - stingray in the Keurbooms Estuary! The estuary is significant for - amongst other things - being the first stingray nursery discovered along our coastline. Estuaries are important ecosystems providing many benefits to life on earth, particularly as nursery areas for resident and migratory fish to rest, feed and reproduce. They are also equally important as areas of aesthetic, educational, spiritual, and scientific value. If you're interested in learning more about Plett's sharks and rays, visit the Marine Symposium page on www.plettoceanfestival.co.za

📸: Mel Makes Waves - Marine Conservation & Photography

Plett in the Media: From Safari to Sea: Where to Wander this Winter
02/06/2025

Plett in the Media: From Safari to Sea: Where to Wander this Winter

While winter is usually a time to batten down the hatches, pull up the covers and settle into…

Sun kissed & salty! Get ready for a wave of excitement at the Plett Ocean Festival, running from July 4-13, 2025! 🌊 Dive...
02/06/2025

Sun kissed & salty! Get ready for a wave of excitement at the Plett Ocean Festival, running from July 4-13, 2025! 🌊

Dive into a sea of activities including the thrilling Marine Science Symposium and the epic Wedge Classic boarding contest.

Highlights include:

• Official Start: July 5, 2025, with a warm welcome to the migrating whales!

• Opening Day Fun: Family beach cleanup, painting a travelling mural, and a unique human whale tail photo op.

• Adventure Awaits: Explore the shoreline, go diving, enjoy birding, get creative with sand sculpting, take a moonlight beach walk, embark on boat trips, and discover scenic hikes.

• Marine Science Symposium (July 11-13): Engage in insightful talks and Q&A sessions on fascinating marine topics.

• The Wedge Classic Surf & Bodyboarding Contest (July 7-12): Witness incredible talent across various age and skill categories.

Don't miss out on this incredible celebration of our oceans! Find out more here:

Sun-kissed and salty, the Plett Ocean Festival 4 – 13 July 2025 is all about the sea and the wonder and appreciation that we have for nature.

26/05/2025

A truly special sighting in our bay! 💙 Meet Plett's year-round residents: the magnificent Bryde's whales! They feed, breed, and thrive right here in our waters. Huge thanks to Oli Berndsen for sharing this beautiful footage with us.

These baleen whales are fast and sleek, perfectly adapted to our warm waters 🌡️. They're masters of lunge-feeding, gulping down bait balls of sardines, anchovies, and even squid. 🐟🦭🐬 While often confused with sei whales, here in Plett, we're fortunate enough to enjoy regular sightings of these intriguing, yet still somewhat mysterious, marine giants.

Curious to dive deeper into the secrets of our ocean? Get ready for the Plett Ocean Festival (4 - 13 July 2025)! This is your chance to learn from the best. Make sure to catch Dr Gwenith Penry ‘s insightful talk - she'll be sharing fascinating knowledge about our local marine ecosystems and the incredible creatures that call Plett home.

Join us in celebrating our ocean's wonders! https://bit.ly/PlettOceanFestival

Airport Update from Bitou Municipality: Bitou Municipality's stakeholder engagement sheds important information on the c...
23/05/2025

Airport Update from Bitou Municipality: Bitou Municipality's stakeholder engagement sheds important information on the current state and future of the Plettenberg Bay Airport. An important stakeholder engagement regarding the current status and future of the Plettenberg Bay Airport took place in the Bitou Council Chambers on Friday, 16 May 2025. This engagement, preceded by a site visit earlier in the morning, was well attended by members of the public, stakeholder groups, and potential investors. Continue reading:

Plett Airport current state and future of the facility was the topic of the Bitou stakeholder engagement in Council Chambers on 16 May 2025.

THE PROGRAMME IS OUT & TICKETS ARE ON SALE for the Plett Ocean Festival 4 - 12 July 2025! 🌊🐳 It’s gonna be wild! Book yo...
23/05/2025

THE PROGRAMME IS OUT & TICKETS ARE ON SALE for the Plett Ocean Festival 4 - 12 July 2025! 🌊🐳 It’s gonna be wild! Book your tickets now: https://bit.ly/PlettOceanFestival ! 🌊🐳

The fourth Plett Ocean Festival takes place from 4 – 13 July 2025. DISCOVER FASCINATING FACTS AT THE MARINE SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM. EXPLORE PLETT SHORES, DIVE WITH PROS, BIRD WITH THE BEST. MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND BECOME A BONA FIDE CITIZEN SCIENTIST. FAMILY FUN ON ROCKY SHORE EXCURSIONS AND SAND SCULPTI...

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