Things to do
Relaxation, adventure, family fun, and unforgettable coastal scenery from Mossel Bay.
Santos Beach: A Blue Flag beach with calm, sheltered waters, ideal for swimming, sunbathing and families.
The Point: Popular for surfing, whale watching (seasonal), dolphin spotting and spectacular ocean views.
Diaz Beach: A beautiful sandy beach with restaurants, cafés and safe swimming.
Hartenbos Beach: Perfect for families, long beach walks and a relaxed holiday atmosphere.
St Blaize Hiking Trail: One of South Africa's most scenic coastal walks, stretching 13 km along dramatic cliffs with breathtaking ocean views.
Cape St Blaize Lighthouse: Visit the historic lighthouse and enjoy panoramic views over Mossel Bay.
Point of Human Origins: Explore fascinating archaeological sites where some of the earliest evidence of modern humans was discovered.
Whale Watching (June – November)
Dolphin and Seal Island Cruises
Sunset Sailing Cruises
Deep Sea Fishing Charters
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Mossel Bay Zipline, the world's longest over-ocean zipline.
Sandboarding on the dunes.
Tandem Skydiving.
Shark Cage Diving (seasonal).
Guided Coastal Adventure Tours.
Bartolomeu Dias Museum: Learn about the arrival of Portuguese explorers and the rich history of Mossel Bay.
Old Harbour: Enjoy waterfront restaurants, museums and beautiful harbour views.
Historic Walking Route: Discover historic buildings and landmarks throughout the town.
Golf enthusiasts are spoilt for choice with several world-class courses nearby.
Pinnacle Point Golf Course
Mossel Bay Golf Club
Oubaai Golf Club
Fancourt Golf Estate
Within a short drive you can experience unforgettable game drives.
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Gondwana Game Reserve
Garden Route Game Lodge
Enjoy the chance to see lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, giraffe, zebra and many other African wildlife species.
Hartenbos Water Park (seasonal)
Mini Golf
Beach Picnics
Harbour Restaurants
Children's Play Areas
Re-Activate at Spar
Redberry Farm
Outeniqua Transport Museum
Outeniqua Pass
Shopping and Restaurants
Canoeing
Wilderness National Park
Dolphin Point Viewpoint
Paragliding
Cango Caves
Ostrich Farms
Cango Wildlife Ranch
Swartberg Pass
Sample some of the Garden Route's finest cuisine.
Fresh Seafood
Local Craft Beer
Garden Route Wines
Farm Stalls
Oceanfront Restaurants
Sunset Cocktails
Whale Watching Season
Wildflower Season
Summer Holidays, Festivals and Beach Activities
Ideal weather for hiking, golfing and sightseeing.
