The scene is set, spring is in the air and the players are almost all in position as bookings open for the 11th annual Plett ARTS Festival. A vibrant tapestry of creativity, conversation and entertainment is about to unfold from 20 - 29 September 2024 in Plettenberg Bay. From the serene shores of the lagoon, through Plett’s vibrant neighbourhoods to the bustling town centre, the artistic spirit of our coastal gem comes alive. 

The ten-day extravaganza promises an immersive experience of arts and culture including exhibitions from local and visiting artists - curated to provide a visually engaging experience, performances ...more

Plettenberg Bay’s location at the heart of the Garden Route is enhanced by two exceptional Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) to celebrate this Marine Protected Areas Day - 1st August 2024 - Robberg MPA and Tsitsikamma MPA, one of South Africa’s oldest Marine Protected Areas.

The protection of our coastal and marine assets are essential to our environmental survival and to a town so established in a Sustainable Blue Economy. At heart, Plett is an ocean community with eyes cast ever seawards. 

Both nearby Marine Protected Areas - Robberg and Tsitsikamma - ...more

Land Art allows us to connect with nature, express deep intentions and weave dreamscapes.

Ephemeral by its very nature, some works are fragile until they are reclaimed by the wild. Others gently linger, with zero impact on the environment, dependent on materials and the landscape. 

Land Artists are inspired to create works at diverse sites of exceptional natural beauty in and around Plettenberg Bay this Spring, 20-29 September 2024. 

During this week, artists are encouraged to work playfully in response to wind and weather, as they select materials found on site. Elements of poetry, ...more

Amidst a fortnight of winter storms followed by calm, clear days, photos and videos are popping up all over social media of the first migrating whales of the Whale Season in Plettenberg Bay have made their presence known in a most spectacular fashion. 

In a recent article by international publication Woman & Home, Plettenberg Bay was named among the best destinations in the world for whale watching and it would be difficult to argue: The coastline offers dramatic viewpoints from which to spot and Blue Flag beaches along which to stroll as the whales frolic in the bay. The town also has two licenced whale-watching boat ...more

In December 2014, Plettenberg Bay was honoured with an award by Dr. Sylvia Earle as one of her international Hope Spots. Dr. Earle has been a National Geographic Explorer since 1998 and is a marine biologist, oceanographer, explorer, author, and lecturer. Known as “Her Deepness”, she was named Time Magazine’s first Hero of the Planet in 1998.

For her decades-long ocean advocacy work, Earle earned the million-dollar TED prize which enabled her to continue her work by ...more

Plettenberg Bay, South Africa - The stage was set, the weather was perfect, and festival-goers were treated to ten days of ocean-themed fun in Plettenberg Bay at the third Plett Ocean Festival and Marine Science Symposium.

More than the symposium, more than a series of enjoyable coastal adventures, the Plett Ocean Festival is a celebration of the ocean that fosters a deep love for its wonders, in visitors and the local community. By sparking curiosity and fun, the festival aims to empower a new generation of ocean stewards.

“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” – W.B. Yeats

The recent Plett Ocean Festival - which took place from 21 - 30 June 2024 in Plettenberg Bay was very well received. Not only for conversations around the Marine Science Symposium and fun, family friendly activities but for its commitment to creating a new generation of passionate ocean stewards and conservationists.

Festival Director, Cindy Wilson-Trollip summed it up: “The aim of the festival includes promoting awareness and appreciation for our oceans, fostering a sense of shared environmental ...more

Between the Indian Ocean and the Tsitsikamma Mountains, nudged by a gentle sea breeze, Plettenberg Bay is book-ended by charming boutique wine estates. The Plett Wine Route is South Africa’s smallest “Wine of Origin” Region and has famously produced award-winning stills and bubblies. Those looking for a crisp taste of Plett need look no further.

However, there’s more to the Plett Wine Route than tasting rooms: the wine estates of Plett have gone above and beyond to create some of the region's most celebrated restaurants. Known for casual afternoon dining, sun-dappled tables beside the vines, and ...more

Welcome to a new taste of Plett, The Sanctuary Restaurant, launched alongside other establishments within the new Plett Quarter in the vibrant Main Street, it’s a culinary delight that beautifully complements its location in the heart of Plettenberg Bay.

The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks weaving together local flavours and history as each dish embodies the essence of our local paradise.

The menu further explains: “Built on over five decades of festive family celebrations, delicious home-cooked meals, world travels, and exposure to fresh flavours, we warmly welcome ...more

Plett Tourism is thrilled to announce the remarkable achievement in winning an esteemed Responsible Tourism Award at World Travel Market Africa (WTM Africa) held in Cape Town this week.

The accolade, which was presented to Plett Tourism for the Plett Ocean Festival in the category of “Nature-Positive Tourism” as “One to Watch” is a testament to Plett’s passionate and unwavering commitment to sustainable tourism and eco-conscious initiatives within the travel industry.

WTM Africa - and its flagship, World Travel ...more

We just popped up to let you know that this upcoming long weekend promises to be an exceptional one featuring a lineup of exciting sporting and live events, workshops, and easter egg hunts galore.

The forecast indicates brilliant weather, and we're looking forward to creating unforgettable memories during the final flourish of summer. We hope that you will discover that distinctive "Plett feeling" you seek, and enjoy a truly wonderful holiday season with us.

This summer, Plettenberg Bay offered a diverse lineup of family-friendly events and festivals which took place across Bitou during the peak summer holiday months of December and January. In addition to soaking up the sun along the destination's Indian Ocean coastline or enjoying a crisp glass of bubbly at one of the Plettenberg Bay Wine Route’s boutique wine farms, guests experienced an unforgettable summer escape in tandem with one or more of the unique events and festivals taking place during the season.

The high season calendar kicked-off with the ...more