Location: Plettenberg Bay
Top Things to do in Plettenberg Bay
What to do and see in Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape: The Best Walking Tours
The caves of Plettenberg Bay are wrinkles in time, lined with ancient artifacts that date to the Middle Stone Age. Under the sun, Robberg, Central and Lookout beaches are pristine stretches of white sand, magnets for tourists, seagulls and dolphins, who bob playfully just off shore. Wildlife lovers will delight at the Birds of Eden aviary and Monkeyland. (How can you not have fun in a place called Monkeyland?)
Restaurants in Plettenberg Bay
1. 1 Night Tenikwa Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a private leisurely tour of Tenikwa and learn about the indigenous wild cats of South Africa. Discover fascinating facts about local wildlife. Enjoy sun downers to the sound of lions roaring in the distance. Breakfast to the sound of the forest awakening.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By SteelyBodger
I really loved this ad really felt honest and animal centric. Animal hospital on site, very knowledgeable guides, one on one tour available. There is no option for silly posing or pranks, animals are not there to be petted.. just what i wanted.. Animals being left alone! You can go in the enclosures with the smaller cats, but at a distance, unless they choose to visit you. Such a good day.
2. 2 Night Tenikwa Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This program allows you to experience Tenikwa to its fullest. Not only will you enjoy interacting and getting to know the staff, but also enjoy the natural surroundings and wildlife on the property where the wildlife rehabilitation is situated. The income derived from tours funds the sustainability and conservation programs of Tenikwa. You will spend time learning about the indigenous cats of South Africa as well as seeing the work that is being done in our wild life rehabilitation center.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner
Exclusions: Refreshments other than 1Wine or 1Beer provided for sundowners activity
Reviewed By SteelyBodger
I really loved this ad really felt honest and animal centric. Animal hospital on site, very knowledgeable guides, one on one tour available. There is no option for silly posing or pranks, animals are not there to be petted.. just what i wanted.. Animals being left alone! You can go in the enclosures with the smaller cats, but at a distance, unless they choose to visit you. Such a good day.
3. 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Adventure Accommodated Tour from Pretoria
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore South Africa, Swaziland and Lesotho on this exciting accommodated adventure tour. Visit the Panorama Route, game drive with the opportunity to see the Big 5 in Kruger and Addo Elephant National Park. Discover diverse cultures of the Swazi, Zulu and Basotho tribes, cruise the pristine waters of St Lucia, visit Durban's rugged beaches and discover the magical Garden Route.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Accommodation as specified and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew , Panorama Route , 2 days, Kruger NP, Game Drives * , Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary , Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village , St Lucia Boat Cruise * , Sani pass excursion * , Battlefields , Royal National park , Drakensberg Mountains , Mountain Zebra National Park, Game Drive , Addo Elephant NP, Game Drives , Garden Route , Cango Caves, Visit* , Cape Agulhas , Wine Tasting
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 270.00pp)*, Visas , Flights, Travel insurance , Departure taxes , Airport transfers , Optional activities , Drinks, tips , Items of a personal nature
Reviewed By bookeric
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
4. Wild Cat Experience Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 17 reviews
Join us on a 1 hour guided tour to visit the indigenous wild cats of South Africa and other wildlife at Tenikwa in Plettenberg Bay. You will see Leopard, Cheetahs, Serval, Caracal to African Wildcats, Lions penguins and more, this is a unique opportunity to get close to some amazing creatures, and learn about their struggle to survive in the wild.
Inclusions: Registered Guide for the duration of the tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By SteelyBodger
I really loved this ad really felt honest and animal centric. Animal hospital on site, very knowledgeable guides, one on one tour available. There is no option for silly posing or pranks, animals are not there to be petted.. just what i wanted.. Animals being left alone! You can go in the enclosures with the smaller cats, but at a distance, unless they choose to visit you. Such a good day.
5. The Private Tour
This program is geared towards the photographic enthusiast as well as guests who would like to enjoy a leisurely tour to see the cats and Tenikwa facilities without the pressure of being in a group tour. It affords ample time and opportunity to photograph Africa’s wild cats in a natural setting and time enough to appreciate the beauty of the cats.
Inclusions: Guided private tour
Exclusions:
Reviewed By SteelyBodger
I really loved this ad really felt honest and animal centric. Animal hospital on site, very knowledgeable guides, one on one tour available. There is no option for silly posing or pranks, animals are not there to be petted.. just what i wanted.. Animals being left alone! You can go in the enclosures with the smaller cats, but at a distance, unless they choose to visit you. Such a good day.
6. Cats in Conservation
An inspirational, exclusive program geared towards the animal lover who enjoys adventure in conservation. This program gives you an insight into the daily activities at Tenikwa and is designed to keep you enthralled throughout the day. Spend the day alongside our staff, observing and discussing the conservation issues that Tenikwa deals with on a daily basis.
Inclusions: Private Tour to see and photograph the wild cats of South Africa and local wildlife, Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Spend time behind th scenes with our staff learning about conservation issues, Overview and observation of the Wildlife Rehabilitation facilities
Exclusions: Items of a personal nature
Reviewed By SteelyBodger
I really loved this ad really felt honest and animal centric. Animal hospital on site, very knowledgeable guides, one on one tour available. There is no option for silly posing or pranks, animals are not there to be petted.. just what i wanted.. Animals being left alone! You can go in the enclosures with the smaller cats, but at a distance, unless they choose to visit you. Such a good day.
7. Overnight Family Adventure
Our Overnight Family Adventure allows the family to enjoy nature, staying at a Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. Families will enjoy learning about the wildlife through a tour to see wild cats and other animals that call Tenikwa home. As the sun sets, listen to the lions roar to mark the end of the day. Relax in our cozy suites and a true nature stay.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast
Exclusions: Drinks and refreshments
Reviewed By SteelyBodger
I really loved this ad really felt honest and animal centric. Animal hospital on site, very knowledgeable guides, one on one tour available. There is no option for silly posing or pranks, animals are not there to be petted.. just what i wanted.. Animals being left alone! You can go in the enclosures with the smaller cats, but at a distance, unless they choose to visit you. Such a good day.
8. 4-Day Garden Route Explorer Adventure Camping Tour from Port Elizabeth
Enjoy South Africa's picturesque Garden Route. Explore Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and the natural wilderness of the Tsitsikamma National Park on this epic 4-day adventure. End this tour with a wine tasting in one of the worlds famous wine regions near Cape Town.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Fully equipped safari vehicle, Camping and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes, All ground transportation, Accommodation as indicated , Meals as indicated , Sleeping Mattress , Services of two crew , Tsitsikamma NP , Garden Route , Cango Caves, Visit* , Cape Agulhas , Wine Tasting
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 30.00pp)*, Visas , Flights , Travel insurance , Departure taxes , Airport transfers , Sleeping bag, Optional activities , Drinks, tips , Items of a personal nature
Reviewed By bookeric
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
9. 4-Day Garden Route Explorer Adventure Accommodated Tour from Port Elizabeth
Join this 4-day magical Garden Route trip starting at the coastal town of Port Elizabeth. Explore the forests of Tsitsikamma National Park, ostrich country and the Cango Caves at Oudtshoorn, and the whale coast of Hermanus. End in style with a wine tasting at one of Cape Town's wine farms.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Camping and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Accommodation as indicated , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew , Tsitsikamma NP , Garden Route , Cango Caves, Visit* , Cape Agulhas , Wine Tasting
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 30.00pp)*, Visas, Flights, Travel Insurance, Departure taxes, Airport transfers, Optional activities, Drinks, tips, Items of a personal nature
Reviewed By bookeric
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
10. 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Adventure Camping Tour from Pretoria
From bush to beach; explore South Africa's Panorama Route through Mpumalanga on this South African adventure tour, including safari game drives with the opportunity to see the Big 5 in Kruger and Addo National Park. Discover diverse cultures of Swazi, Zulu and Basotho, cruise in St Lucia, visit Durban's rugged beaches, and discover Garden Route icons Knysna, Tsitsikamma and Hermanus.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Fully equipped safari vehicle, Camping and cooking equipment, All road tolls and vehicle taxes, All ground transportation, Meals as indicated, Services of two crew
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 270.00pp), Visas, Flights, Travel insurance, Departure tax, Airport transfers, Optional activities/ Drinks/ Tips, Sleeping bag, Items of a personal nature
Reviewed By bookeric
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
