Originally called Baia Formosa, or Beautiful Bay, by the early Portuguese, the renamed Plettenberg Bay (or Plett as it is known locally) is home to some of the best beaches along the Garden Route.

It is a trendy, upmarket holiday resort set in a curving bay, with a backdrop of rugged mountains.  The endless white sandy beaches are ideal for swimming, or for just relaxing and enjoying the sunshine. 

The small town is filled with galleries, studios and interesting craft shops, and there are many restaurants ranging from beachside pubs to oceanfront dining rooms. 

Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy mountain biking, horse riding, hiking trails, golf, diving, excellent salt and fresh water fishing - even skydiving. Plett is also an excellent place to do many watersports, including hobie cat sailing, surfing, water-skiing and canoeing.

Suggested Holiday Itinerary

Suggested Itineraries

Prices on requestGarden Route Tour - SPC4 (4 Days / 3 Nights)
3 day itinerary.

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Milkwood Manor, Plettenberg Bay

Hotel

   Average guest rating:5.0

Milkwood Manor is in a unique position, as it borders on a natural bird sanctuary that is adjacent to Lookout Beach (so named for its spectacular views), the Keurbooms River mouth and Keurbooms Lagoon. The Manor is also a mere 10 minutes scenic stroll from the centre of town.

From ZAR405 ( approx US$ 54 ) per person.

Redbourne Golf & Country Lodge, Plettenberg Bay

Hotel

   Average guest rating:5.0

Redbourne Lodge overlooks the Plettenberg Bay Country Club golf course, and is only a 2 km drive down to the beaches. Spacious and comfortable rooms open onto private decks, and all have their own private entrance.

From ZAR410 ( approx US$ 55 ) per person.

Nh Plettenberg Bay, Plettenberg Bay

Hotel

   Average guest rating:5.0

The NH Plettenberg Bay is nestled on a private estate close to the Indian Ocean and close to the rolling fairways of the Gary Player designed Goose Valley Golf Course. Each of the 42 bedrooms are tastefully decorated and furnished in contemporary African style and furnished with an open fireplace, mini bar, satellite TV, and have a terrace or balcony.

From ZAR470 ( approx US$ 63 ) per person.

Cottage Pie, Plettenberg Bay

Guest House / B&B

   Average guest rating:4.0

Cottage Pie is a lovely retreat if you want to escape from the noise and hustle. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac only 100m from the Robberg Beach, this friendly guest house has 8 spacious en-suite rooms, including 2 honeymoon suites which both have a private balcony.

From ZAR500 ( approx US$ 67 ) per person.