🏐 Things to Do in Plettenberg Bay

2026 Local Guide3 listingsUpdated March 2026
Plettenberg Bay
Robberg Hike
9.2km Circuit
One of SA's top day hikes with seals, fossils, and 360-degree ocean views
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Monkeyland
550+ Primates
The world's first free-roaming multi-species primate sanctuary, 16km from Plett
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Whale Season
Jun - Nov
Boat trips from Central Beach get within 50m of southern right and humpback whales

Did You Know?

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The Bloukrans Bridge Bungee (40 minutes from Plett) is the world's highest commercial bridge bungee at 216 metres. It costs R1,950 per jump.
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Robberg Cave on the peninsula contains archaeological deposits dating back 120,000 years — some of the oldest evidence of modern human behaviour.
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Tsitsikamma means "place of much water" in Khoi. The national park east of Plett protects 80km of rocky coastline and ancient forest.

Must-Do Experiences

Top Pick

Robberg Peninsula Hike

A world-class circular trail with seals, sea caves, and pristine beaches.

Three route options: 2.1km (1hr), 5.5km (2.5hr), and 9.2km (4hr). Entry R60pp. Start early for cooler temperatures and fewer people. Bring water, sunscreen, and a camera. The full circuit is challenging but incredibly rewarding.

Family Favourite

Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary

Walk through indigenous forest alongside free-roaming monkeys and apes.

Guided safari walks run every hour from 08:00-17:00. Adults R310, children R155. Combined tickets with Birds of Eden (R480) offer full-day value. The canopy walkway bridge is Africa's highest at 36 metres.

Adrenaline

Bloukrans Bridge Bungee

The world's highest commercial bridge bungee — 216m of freefall.

Located at Bloukrans Bridge on the N2, 40 minutes east of Plett. R1,950 per jump, R200 for the bridge walk only. No booking needed — walk in daily 09:00-17:00. The bridge walk alone offers incredible views of the Bloukrans River gorge.

🔒 Local Secrets

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Nature's Valley beach — A hidden paradise where the Groot River meets the sea. No crowds, no development, just pristine beach backed by indigenous forest. 30 minutes from Plett.
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Robberg at low tide — Visit the seal colony side of the peninsula at low tide for the closest views. Check tide times before setting out on the full circuit.
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Garden Route Trail — The multi-day hiking trail from Nature's Valley to Storms River is one of SA's great wilderness experiences. Book months ahead through SANParks.
Plettenberg Bay packs an extraordinary range of activities into a small area. From the world-class Robberg Peninsula hike to close encounters with primates, whales, and seals, Plett delivers adventure for every age and budget. The nearby Tsitsikamma section of Garden Route National Park adds ancient forests and the famous Bloukrans bungee to the mix.
Robberg Nature Reserve★★★★★4.8(4,600)R60pp
Robberg Road, Plettenberg Bay
A peninsula jutting 4km into the Indian Ocean with three hiking trails, a Cape fur seal colony, archaeological caves, and the secret Witsand beach. One of the finest nature experiences in the Western Cape and a World Heritage buffer zone.
Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary★★★★☆4.5(3,200)R310pp
The Crags, N2 Highway
The world's first free-roaming multi-species primate sanctuary, home to over 550 primates from species including ring-tailed lemurs, capuchins, gibbons, and spider monkeys. Guided safaris through indigenous forest with Africa's highest canopy walkway.
Bloukrans Bridge Bungee★★★★★4.7(2,800)R1,950pp
Bloukrans Bridge, N2 Highway
The world's highest commercial bridge bungee at 216 metres. A 4-second freefall into the Bloukrans River gorge. Operated by Face Adrenalin with an impeccable safety record. The bridge walk (R200) is an experience even for non-jumpers.