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.
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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 🌊It's important that we nurture our new generation of ocean ambassadors, that's why we love this O...
08/06/2026

Happy World Ocean Day 🌊
It's important that we nurture our new generation of ocean ambassadors, that's why we love this Our Ocean Heritage programme that's coming up for National Youth Day on 16 June.

Our Ocean Heritage Program
National Youth Day, 16th June
🐳
Environmental Awareness/ education event @ Sedgefield Scarab Open Air Theatre,

Each speaker on topics of nature conservation will be given the stage for 10 minutes.

Here is the Our Ocean Heritage program.

- 10.00 am - A thanks to participants and sponsors and brief Introduction by Project Ubumama Environmental Education - Sarah Mackie

- 10.10am - Mark Dixon speaking about Cetaceans found off the coasts from Wilderness to Plettenberg bay

- 10.30am - LUNCHBOX Theatre production of 'The Whale Show'

- 11.00am - Mark Brown - talk about sea birds of the Garden route
(Announcing the winners of the Sedgefield bird life photographic competition)

- 11.30am - Melissa Nel (ORCA Foundation) – Sharks of the Garden Route coastal waters

- 12.00 pm –Rudi Swart NVT - Our Afromontane Forests

- 12. 15 - Jess Seath - ‘The secret lives of fish: Why they matter more than you think.’

- 1pm - LUNCH BREAK with light jazz music by Maphiko Mncedisi

- 2pm- Giorgio Lombardi (NVT) - Talk about Fynbos & natural pollinators

- 2.15 pm - Clayton Cloete - Talk about a basic overview of bees and planting for bees.

- 3pm – Robin Petersen - Water Quality on the Garden

- 3. 15 – Sedgefied Fire Department – Crisis management for the garden route

- 3.30 pm -- Siyakhona Choir
- Musicians Helio and Andre

Visit www.ubumama.co.za for more info. South African National Parks

07/06/2026

Settle into winter in Plett... Evenings spent curled up beside the fire, a steaming bath with views over the Bitou River and a glass of local wine.
That's winter at

Plett Tourism would like to welcome Bay Sauna to Central and Sanctuary beaches. A wood-fired sauna within a few steps of...
06/06/2026

Plett Tourism would like to welcome Bay Sauna to Central and Sanctuary beaches. A wood-fired sauna within a few steps of our beautiful Indian Ocean? Now, that’s a Plett feeling we can enjoy all year round! Learn more:

Bay Sauna is a unique wood-fired beach sauna experience located on Central Beach and Sanctuary Beach in Plettenberg Bay on the Garden Route.

It's finally here! 🌶🌶🔥 The finale of Plett's month-long Engel & Volkers Chilli Festival will take place today at Barring...
06/06/2026

It's finally here! 🌶🌶🔥 The finale of Plett's month-long Engel & Volkers Chilli Festival will take place today at Barrington's

Which restaurant will be crowned the “2026 Chilli Festival Champion of Plett”?

11:00 Gates Open - Free Entry 🌶️
13:00 🔥Chilli Eating Competition🔥 - enter on the day IF YOU DARE!
13:30 👨‍🍳🔪 Celebrity Cook Off with Chef Guy Clarke from Café Civara and Chef Pete Goffe-Wood.
14:00 Whiskey For Tea 🎸🕺🎸
15:00 Winners Announced 🏆🥳🤩

Plenty of seriously HOT & DELICIOUS foodie goods on sale as well - so best you arrive ravenous 🌶️ 🔥🌶️

Date - Saturday - 6 June
Time - 11:00 onwards
Venue - Barrington’s

05/06/2026
WEATHER UPDATE | PLETTENBERG BAYAs severe weather conditions continue to affect our beautiful town, we encourage residen...
04/06/2026

WEATHER UPDATE | PLETTENBERG BAY

As severe weather conditions continue to affect our beautiful town, we encourage residents and visitors to exercise caution and patience when out and about today.

Please be mindful of flooded areas, fallen trees, damaged infrastructure and changing road conditions. While many businesses remain open and operating, safety should always come first.

We are working closely with local authorities and stakeholders and will share verified updates as they become available.

Thank you for your patience, cooperation and support of our community during this time.
For updates on road closures, please visit https://www.westerncape.gov.za/infrastructure/article/western-cape-road-closures-due-storm

Just one month to go until our 5th annual Plett Ocean Festival & Marine Science Symposium sets sail from 3 - 12 July 20...
03/06/2026

Just one month to go until our 5th annual Plett Ocean Festival & Marine Science Symposium sets sail from 3 - 12 July 2026!

In celebration of our 5 years, we have an exciting lineup for you...visit www.plettoceanfestival.co.za for the full programme of events activities, above are a few familiar favourites returning including the Pelagic Birding Trip with Conserve Eden , the Sand sculpting workshop and, as it's Whale Season, whale and dolphin watching with Ocean Safaris - Plettenberg Bay - Whale and Dolphin watching and Ocean Blue Adventures

We've also got an exciting Marine Science Symposium with surprise guests (to be announced soon!) Watch this space 🐋🐋🐋

Main image: Daron Chatz at Plett Ocean Festival 2025.

SPONSORED | A season to reset - Winter Wellness at Christiana Lodge, Plettenberg Bay. 🌊🌞🌅 As late autumn settles over Pl...
03/06/2026

SPONSORED | A season to reset - Winter Wellness at Christiana Lodge, Plettenberg Bay. 🌊🌞🌅 As late autumn settles over Plettenberg Bay, the quieter months along the Garden Route bring a different kind of magic. Cooler mornings, peaceful beaches and a slower pace create the perfect setting to pause, breathe deeply and reconnect with yourself.

Wellness Retreats at Christiana Lodge, winter is an ideal season for wellness-focused stays designed to help guests relax, restore, recharge.

A good read | WTM Africa Report Back Plettenberg Bay reaffirms global appeal at WTM Africa 2026 with Bitou Municipality ...
02/06/2026

A good read | WTM Africa Report Back
Plettenberg Bay reaffirms global appeal at WTM Africa 2026 with Bitou Municipality Read now...

At WTM Africa in May 2026, Plettenberg Bay reaffirmed its global appeal as a premium, sustainable destination and leading with purpose.

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35 Melville's Cnr, Main Street
Plettenberg Bay
6600

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