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GENERAL INFORMATION ON PLETTENBERG BAY
Plettenberg Bay is a nature lovers dream – miles of golden
beaches, echo tourism, action adventures and unforgettable
views. With good weather during the year and a peaceful &
undisturbed atmosphere – you will definitely return for future
visits.
The complete picture of the half-moon bay that lies
back to back with the endless warm Indian ocean, rocky peninsulas
and soothing lagoons – makes Plettenberg Bay the ideal holiday
destination.
Plett is situated alongside the wide, well-maintained national
route N2, about 550 km east of Cape Town and 250 km west of
Port Elizabeth - either way, a pleasant and easy drive through
truly beautiful countryside. The town boasts a small domestic
airport, with larger airports at George (90 km) and Port
Elizabeth (250 km).
What to to in the area
THE ELEPHANT SANCTUARY
Elephants are highly intelligent and delightful and you will
discover a different character, personality and temperament within
each one. We are a family orientated operation catering for the
young and old. Our focus is on education through interaction, so
you will not only learn a lot about elephants, but also get to
touch, feel, feed, walk trunk-in-hand and even ride these
magnificent animals.
Tel: +27 44 534 8145
Email: cragelephant@telkomsa.net
DOLPHIN ADVENTURES SEA KAYAKING
Experience the sea in a new and different way.
Imagine setting sail in a specially made kayak into an
impossibly blue bay, where distant mountains are outlined
against the sky and dolphins arrive to join in the fun!
Memories are made of this special offering in the sheltered
waters of Plettenberg Bay.
Tel: +27 83 590 3405
Email: kayak@dolphinadventures.co.za
OCEAN BLUE ADVENTURES
Situated in the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, Ocean Blue
offer a rare a powerful experience through the only permitted
boat based whale & dolphin encounters. From a deep sea adventure
to a relaxing river cruise through the Keurbooms river nature
reserve, we strive to offer a unique variation of activities
to suit you. We also offer an "at one with the ocean" kayaking
tour. All tours are guided with expert crew and tour operators
who are internationally qualified.
Ocean Blue is a licensed SABBWWA permit holder,
which enables us to approach whales from 50 metres instead of
300 metres. Should the whales approach our vessel we do not have
to move away. The guests therefore get an up close experience
with these majestic mammals in the bay.
Tel: +27 44 533 4897
Email: info@oceanadventures.co.za
OCEAN SAFARIS
Welcome to our world, a world dedicated to the observation and
conservation of whales and dolphins. As an environmentally
conscious eco-marine business, we are rated by Europe magazine,
as one of the top 25 worldwide. Ocean Safaris is unique in that we
provide support to the Centre for Dolphin Studies via proceeds from
our boats trips, ensuring the ongoing research and information
sharing from the only accredited research institute of its kind
here in South Africa.
It's coast to coast whale and dolphin legally licenced close
encounters with Ocean Safaris. Come and join us as we Observe & Conserve...
Tel: +27 44 533 4963
Email: info@oceansafaris.co.za
BIRDS OF EDEN
BIRDS OF EDEN, IS THE GARDEN ROUTE’S VERY OWN WORLD CLASS FREE FLIGHT BIRD SANCTUARY.
The unique two hectare dome (the World’s largest) spans over a gorge of
indigenous forest. The sanctuary has its own mysterious ruin, which
incorporates a walk-behind waterfall. Another feature is its amphitheatre,
which has the ability to seat over 200 visitors.
Tel: +27 44 534 8906
Email: birdsofeden@monkeyland.co.za
KNYSNA ELEPHANT PARK
Get up-close-and-personal with nature at Knysna Elephant Park.
With the help of our resident African elephants and our
well-informed guides- you will learn about the sad and mystical
story of the Knysna Elephants – the world’s Southern most elephants.
The park offers a rare and exciting opportunity to get close to
these gentle giants, who live in a controlled, free range environment
in the heart of the famous Garden Route...
Tel: +27 44 532 7732
Email: kep@pixie.co.za
MONKEYLAND
Monkeyland is the worlds first free roaming multi-specie primate sanctuary.
Monkeyland has as one of its aims, to create awareness about the plight
of primates and to show that with a greater understanding of our primate
cousins, that we can all live in harmony.
Tel: +27 44 534 8906
Email: info@monkeyland.co.za
GAME VIEWING
See rhino, leopard, giraffe, zebra, buffalo and kudu - as well as
other big mammals and more than 150 species of birds in their
natural environment at
- Buffalo Hills Game Reserve & Lodges (15 km / 25 minutes from Plett Central)
- Rhino Base Camp (25 km / 35 minutes from Plett Central)
HIKING
Plett is surrounded by nature reserves and National Parks - which is
Perfect, because it means you'll find many well-maintained hikes and
short walks scattered throughout the area.
- The Robberg Nature Reserve is by far our most popular walking
destination, with three trails to choose from - ranging from 45
minutes to 5 hours (9,2 km) in length. Guided tours are also
available (Robberg: 10 km / 10 minutes from Plett Central).
- Other walks include Kranshoek, Garden of Eden, Nature's Valley,
Wittedrift, Milkwood Trail (all within 20 km of Plett Central)
and the various trails in the Tsitsikamma National Park (70 km from Plett Central).
BUNJY-JUMPING - BLOUKRANS BRIDGE - 216m
(Highest Commercially Operating Bungy in the World)
1997 caused great excitement in the Bungy jumping fraternity
worldwide with the opening of the Face Adrenalin Bloukrans Bungy Jump.
Bloukrans is officially recognised by Guinness World Records as
being the World's Highest Commercial Bungy Jump at a whooping
216 m high! A proud record for South Africa and particularly,
the Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route.
Situated along the Garden
Route at the Tsitsikamma Forest Village Market, just 40km east
of Plettenberg Bay along the N2 Highway you will find the highest
single span arch bridge in the world. You can experience the thrill
for yourself in one of four ways, designed to suit anyone's needs.
Tel: +27 (0)42 2811 458
Email: info@faceadrenalin.com
SKYDIVING
From the Air - that's the Perfect way to see Plettenberg Bay.
Experience the thrill of human flight - exit the plane at 10 000 ft
attached by harness to a qualified instructor or stay on-board for
a 20-minute scenic plane ride (Plett Airport 10 km / 12 minutes
from Plett Central).
Tel: +27 82 905 7440
Email: skydiveplett@iafrica.com
PLETTENBERG BAY COUNTRY CLUB
Golf course was designed by Robert Hawtree.
Type: Parklands golf course
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Fairway Grass - Kikuyu
Length: Championship - 6260m;
Ladies: 6260m
GOOSE VALLEY PLETTENBERG BAY
Golf course was designed by Gary Player Design Co.
Type: Combination Links & Parklands course
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Fairway Grass - Kikuyu
Greens: USA Bent Grass
Length: Championship 5906m
Club: 5724m
Ladies : 4858m
OUR BEACHES
Plettenberg Bay boasts the best beaches on the Garden Route -
spanning more than 15 km of the Indian Ocean's shore.
Central Beach: Often the busiest beach in Plett. Life guards
on duty in season. It's the launch site for Marine Safaris,
dive charters and ocean kayaking tours and facilities
include restaurants, bars, public toilets and the local National
Sea Rescue Station. (2 km / 2 minutes from Plett Central)
Lookout Beach: Situated between Lookout Rocks and the mouth
of the Bitou River, it boasts a popular restaurant, public
toilets and plenty of parking (2 km / 2 minutes from Plett Central)
Robberg Beach: Popular for long - long - walks, Robberg Beach
stretches for kilometres between the Robberg Peninsula and
Beacon Island. Facilities include public toilets and various
parking areas - the closest being 2 km / 2 Minutes from Plett
Central.
Keurbooms Beach: A little wilder, but equally beautiful.
Facilities include a restaurant, public toilets and parking
(10 km / 15 from Plett Central).
SCENIC DRIVES & DAY TRIPS
- Kranshoek picnic site - overlooking cliffs and sea
(15 km / 20 minutes from Plett Central)
- Garden of Eden - picnic site, circular walk and Big Tree
(10 km / 10 minutes from Plett Central)
- Prince Alfred Pass - sweeping mountain views along
a historical, gravelled pass between Plett and Uniondale
in the semi-arid Klein Karoo (Plett to Uniondale 40 km / 1
to 2 hours depending on road conditions)
- Bloukrans Pass - beautiful tarred pass though indigenous
forests (Plett to Nature's Valley 25 km / 30 minutes)
- Plettenberg Bay Arts & Crafts Route / Historical Route
(please collect maps from your GAA service provider or
information centres in Plettenberg Bay)
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TOURISM BUREAU
Tel: +27 44 533 4065
Fax: +27 44 533 4066
Email: admin@plettenbergbay.co.za
Website: www.plettenbergbay.co.za
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