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The great forests at the foot of the fabled Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma mountains are the gateway to the incredible indigenous African wealth of Plettenberg Bay, which lies on South Africa's spectacular south coast 210 kms from Port Elizabeth and +/- 600 km from Cape Town.

The Outeniqua-Tsitsikamma indigenous forests are a unique mixture of Cape Fynbos and temperate forest and offer the nature lover world-renowned hiking trails and an exciting opportunity to see the last remaining forest elephants of South Africa. The entire area teems with birdlife.

The area is a sports paradise and boasts fabulous trails for hikers, mountain bikers, horse riders and canoeists.

The highlight of the area is undoubtedly the rivers, beaches and the bay with its ideal conditions for all facets of watersports, including sailing in the safe waters of the Bay, superb rock and surf fishing and scuba diving spots. Alternately one can simply stroll along its clean, sandy beaches stretching for miles along the Indian Ocean, or simple enjoy its safe swimming areas.

At night, Plettenberg Bay is alive with pubs, night-spots and fine restaurants.

Where to stay

A wide range of accommodation offers luxury hotels, exclusive country retreats, cosy B&B’s, self-catering chalets and excellent camping facilities.

Best time to visit

Plettenberg Bay boasts a mild climate of 300 days of sunshine and mild water temperatures of between 14 and 23 degrees Celsius making it an ideal summer and winter destination.

Contact Forty-Two Travel today to book accommodation, excursions and more in Plettenberg Bay.

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