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Sun, surf, seashells and beach on the Garden Route

Jeffreys Bay is a trendy tourist destination. It is located only 1 hour South of Port Elizabeth just off the N2 and is a part of the Garden Route.  Jeffreys Bay is ranked as one of the top 5 surfing destinations in the world.

Not only is it a surfers paradise, it also has a Blue Flag beach and the surrounding areas boast about 30km of pristine beaches.  The Seashells in Jeffreys Bay are in abundance with over 400 different types of seashell and if you don’t have the time to find all 400 types, then you can observe an amazing collection in the small Jeffreys Bay Shell Museum.

Visitors should also take time to taste the Jeffreys bay calamari – otherwise known as white gold and then partake in the totally relaxed lifestyle.   Another International attraction is the Billabong Pro Surfing Festival in July each year when surfers from all over the world come to enjoy these flawless formations of rolling surf and take part in the World Championships Tour.

There are a number of small nature reserves in the area, such as the Kabeljous Estuary and Nature Reserve, which is a walk-about reserve with a safe beach for swimming and excellent fishing opportunities as well as bird watching a small animals. The Noorsekloof Nature Reserve is a 28.7 hectare reserve stretching up to Wavecrest, small buck and many birds can be seen along the 3 km trail running alongside the stream. Then there is the Seekoei River Nature Reserve, which is on the Seekoei River estuary. It is a bird watchers paradise, as the hide overlooks the Seekoei River where there is an abundance of waterfowl.

There is a variety of accommodation options available to Tourists from backpacker type accommodation, Guestshouses, bed and Breakfast establishments to self catering apartments and luxury suites.

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Accommodation in and around Jeffreys Bay

A1 bay view    accommodation in Jeffreys Bay
A warm welcome from your hosts Sharon and Paul awaits you you arrive at their long established Guest House and self-catering units in Jeffreys Bay - The Home of the Perfect Wave. A true home from home atmosphere, set in a tranquil up ma... More

Dolphin View Guesthouse    accommodation in Jeffreys Bay
Three Star Grading Tourism Grading Council - AA Highly Recommended - Member NAA Dolphin View Guesthouse is located in the Noorse Kloof Nature Reserve in a peaceful, safe and quiet area not far from shops. From the Guestrooms you ... More

songs of the sea     accommodation in Jeffreys Bay
                       A two bedroom unit ,SEA FACING ,tranquil area ,only 500m to the beach        ... More

A1 Kynaston B & B    accommodation in Jeffreys Bay
A warm welcome awaits you. Home from home atmosphere, tranquil setting, breathtaking sea views of the Bay from tastefully decorated rooms, the enclosed braai area and sundeck. We were AA finalist in 1998 and 1999.We offer a super continental or Engli... More

Pinnaquin Holiday Apartments    accommodation in Jeffreys Bay
 Jeffrey's Bay nestles like a jewel midway between the large Gamtoos and Kromme Rivers. Pinnaquin Holiday Apartments, in Jeffrey's Bay, have all the facilities to make your stay unforgettable. AccommodationOffering twelve self caterin... More

Paradise Beach beach house    accommodation in Jeffreys Bay
 Paradise Beach is one of the last safe coastal retreats that promises a quiet New Years day on a spacious sandy beach. Originally a coastal farm, Paradise Beach, developed into a residential area in 1974. Sensitive Town planning has allowed for... More




Directory of accommodation in Jeffreys Bay