Jeffreys Bay

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Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay
Jeffreys Bay

J-Bay is a laid-back beach town on South Africa’s Eastern Cape coast, featuring glorious beaches, perfect waves and plenty of wildlife spotting opportunities.

Jeffrey’s Bay is famous for surf, sand and shells. Ride world-renowned waves, relax on long stretches of unspoiled beach, explore scenic walking trails and see diverse marine life. Jeffrey’s Bay is at the heart of the Sunshine Coast on South Africa’s Eastern Cape. The easy-going ambience of this surfer’s paradise makes it popular with backpackers, families and outdoor adventurers. 

The town’s biggest lure is its beautiful beaches, which offer safe swimming, warm water and plenty of room for watersports. Jeffrey’s Bay Beach is a collection of beaches that stretch along the Indian Ocean coast. Collect shells on the family-friendly Dolphin Beach (also known as Main Beach). Try surfing, kitesurfing and stand-up paddle boarding at Kitchen Windows. Watch experienced surfers riding the big waves at Supertubes or escape the crowds at Paradise Beach. See dolphins playing in the waves. From June to December, spot migrating whales swimming close to the shore.

Stroll around the unhurried streets of downtown Jeffrey’s Bay to discover cafés, bars, surf shops and museums. See displays of precious stones and colorful shells at the Jeffrey’s Bay Shell Museum. Learn about the town’s surfing heritage at the Jeffrey’s Bay Surf Museum. Check out St. Croix Street, known as Shaper Street because of its surfboard-making factories. Visit one of the many seafood restaurants to sample locally caught calamari, referred to by locals as white gold.

Enjoy more outdoor recreation at the nearby nature reserves. Follow scenic trails around Noorsekloof Nature Reserve and Seekoei Nature Reserve to see native birdlife and buck. Hike beside a river estuary in the wildlife-rich Kabeljous Nature Reserve. Ride on horseback over sand dunes, through woodland and on the deserted beaches at Papiesfontein. 

Jeffrey’s Bay is about a 1-hour drive west of Port Elizabeth and can be reached with intercity buses. The town is a popular stopover for visitors traveling on South Africa’s Garden Route. It’s also a gateway to game reserves and national parks such as Addo Elephant Park and Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve. The consistently moderate temperatures and range of outdoor activities make Jeffrey’s Bay a great place to visit year-round.

Where to stay in Jeffreys Bay

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If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wavecrest and surrounding area, you can visit Albatross Beach and Fountains Mall.

Wavecrest
On the Beach Guesthouse

On the Beach Guesthouse

4 out of 5
32 Waterkant Street, Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape
The price is NT$2,940 per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
NT$2,940
NT$3,381 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach guesthouse in Jeffreys Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Play in JBay Adventure Centre Day ...
On the Beach Guesthouse
Super Tubes Guesthouse

Super Tubes Guesthouse

4 out of 5
12 Pepper Street, Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape
The price is NT$2,861 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
NT$2,861
NT$3,290 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach guesthouse in Jeffreys Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Play in JBay Adventure Centre Day ...
Super Tubes Guesthouse
Shaloha Guesthouse on Supertubes

Shaloha Guesthouse on Supertubes

4 out of 5
31 Flame Crescent, Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape
The price is NT$2,936 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
NT$2,936
NT$3,376 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach guesthouse in Jeffreys Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Play in JBay Adventure Centre Day ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Amazing Stay!
"We absolutely LOVED our stay here! We were celebrating our honeymoon and we had a gorgeous ocean facing balcony, the room came with bathrobes & a mini fridge so we could chill our champagne. The room was fantastic! The staff were so friendly and we happened to be the only guests so it was very private ..."

Reviewed on 2024/4/25

Shaloha Guesthouse on Supertubes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beachfront Villa Africa Queen Jeffreys

Beachfront Villa Africa Queen Jeffreys

3 out of 5
Dageraad street 6, Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Jeffreys Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Jeffreys Bay Beach and Shell Museum ...
Beachfront Villa Africa Queen Jeffreys
Madiolyn

Madiolyn

3 out of 5
25 Drommedaris Street, Beach House, 4 Tulip Avenue, Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Jeffreys Bay. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Shell Museum and ...
Madiolyn
Seaview Luxury

Seaview Luxury

3.5 out of 5
13 Ash Cresent, Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Jeffreys Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Jeffreys Bay Golf Club and Equinox Mall ...
Seaview Luxury
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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