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Shopping

Shopping, Jeffrey's Bay

 kentishgirl Says:  You want anything surfer wise you come to JBay to get it!This tiny town has more surfer shops than anything else I think!You have the standard shops and you have the factory outlets selling last seasons items at ridiculously low prices - in fact I bought something in the... 

J Bay Aquarium

J Bay Aquarium, Jeffrey's Bay

 kentishgirl Says:  As I already said, I don't surf and after a few tedious days of walking the same shopping routes I decided that I needed to do something different.I read in my guide book that there was an aquarium here and so Matt and I trot off to the rather unexciting Jeffreys Bay... 

Everybody go surfing - surfing JBay....!

Everybody go surfing - surfing JBay....!, Jeffrey's Bay

 kentishgirl Says:  Surfing is a popular activity here, you can hire or/and buy your board and wetsuit in town.Lessons are easily arranged through several outfits in town, including almost every hostel here! The surf here is great - it's world famous and so that is why the flocks come here.... 

Jeffreys Bay Beach

Jeffreys Bay Beach, Jeffrey's Bay

 kentishgirl Says:  Jeffreys Bay beach is a nice beach, when we were there in December which is the start of the summer, the wind was strong and the seas were cold.We were quite happy strolling along the beach and collecting shells.The sea here isn't ideal for swimming, being a surfers beach... 

Surfing- Jeffrey's Bay

Surfing- Jeffrey's Bay, Jeffrey's Bay

 nora_south_africa Says:  Good waves for surfing 

Surfing at Jeffrey's Bay

Surfing at Jeffrey's Bay, Jeffrey's Bay

 IIGUANA Says:  Jeffrey's Bay is a quiet surfing town. So if you don't surf, then don't even think of stopping by. It's not worth it 

JEFFREY'S BAY

JEFFREY'S BAY, Jeffrey's Bay

 PEE-WEE Says:  This is definitely the most favourite place for surfers! If you are not a surfer, or the girlfriend of a surfer, there is not to much to do there.stay at the island vibe .It's the best hostel in town.It's at the beach and the staff organizes some activities to entertain the... 

Seekoei River Nature Reserve

Seekoei River Nature Reserve, Jeffrey's Bay

 Kurtdhis Says:  At the Kabeljous Area in the northern part of the town, nature lovers can enjoy hikes through the indigenous fynbos, with its evocative scent. The Seekoei River Nature Reserve also offers short hikes and the opportunity to visit the Penguin Rehabilitation Canter. Both... 

Jeffrey's Bay Shell Museum

Jeffrey's Bay Shell Museum, Jeffrey's Bay

 Kurtdhis Says:  The Jeffrey's Bay Shell Museum gives visitors an insight into the amazing world of shells and visitors can also buy shell craft from local crafts people. The Shell Museum is situated on Dolphin Beach. 

Activities

Activities, Jeffrey's Bay

 Kurtdhis Says:  Jeffreys Bay and surrounding areas offer many destinations for the nature lover and explorer.Visit the Addo Elephant Park, Shamwari Game Reserve, Tsitsikamma National Forest, Baviaanskloof Wilderness, Lion Park, Game Parks, Night Drives, Heritage Tours, Cultural Tours and... 

Horse back riding

Horse back riding, Jeffrey's Bay

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Restaurants  

Die Koffiepot: Delicious breakfasts on beach!

Die Koffiepot: Delicious breakfasts on beach!, Jeffrey's Bay

 nora_south_africa Says:  we had the most delicious breakfasts here... will include pics, its on the beach roadWe had coffee for 2(R6 each), 1 ommelet with 2 fillings(R29), I farm brakfast(R32) and price was R73 for both of us, there were cheaper optionsPrices are as in April 2008 

DIE WALSKIPPER.: DIE WALSKIPPER.

DIE WALSKIPPER.: DIE WALSKIPPER., Jeffrey's Bay

 PEE-WEE Says:  J-Bay's most unusual reataurant, Die Walskipper, surf&turf fillet, fried kingklip, and a seafood fantasy served in a huge ceramic shell, a creamy mix of everything from the sea.Get into the beach mood at this rustic open ~ air restaurant with the sand beneath your feet and... 

Le Grotto Steakhouse: Yummy steaks!

Le Grotto Steakhouse: Yummy steaks!, Jeffrey's Bay

 Truna Says:  You can get huge servings of great food for cheap prices. Staff is very friendly, and otuside seating is available. Drinks are cheap. The restraunt itself is decorated very well. The steak dinners are VERY cheap, very tender steaks are around R60. There are vegitarian... 

Transportation  

Beach Buggie's to rent

Beach Buggie's to rent, Jeffrey's Bay

 nora_south_africa Says:  This place called Network homes actualloy rents out houses but they also have beach buggies to rent, they ask R1000 deposit and R250 per day (2008 April)They are old beach buggies but they seem to go weel and its great fun to rent a buggie for your holiday!!Rules are you... 

Shopping  

Billabong: Billabong factory outlet

Billabong: Billabong factory outlet, Jeffrey's Bay

 nora_south_africa Says:  sells brand name clothes at cheap prices, see the website 

Off The Beaten Path  

Tsitsikamma Hiking Trail

Tsitsikamma Hiking Trail, Jeffrey's Bay

 Komatie&Ansie Says:  When you are in the area of Jeffreys Bay, one of the very good experiences is doing only part of the Tsitsikamma Trail, because you needed do all five days and 5 huts. Sometimes it is even possible to stay two nights at the same hut. The huts of the trail are ... Kalander... 

Simphiwe's choice

Simphiwe's choice, Jeffrey's Bay

 Truna Says:  Contact Simphiwe through Aloe Adventures. He offers a tour called Simphiwe's choice where he'll do what he feels will be particularly fun that day. This can include a night out in the townships, a trip up too Hankey to visit his grandmother, or a visit to Gloria, a sangoma... 

Favorites  

JEFFREY'S BAY.

JEFFREY'S BAY., Jeffrey's Bay

 PEE-WEE Says:  After a little more than two decades, Jeffrey’s Bay matured into a quiet fishing village, until it’s sandy warm beaches and perfect swimming and surfing bays were discovered. Jeffrey’s Bay has some of the most sensational surf in the world, many say the best. The waves just... 

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 Jeffrey's Bay is a quiet surfing town. So if you don't surf, then don't even think of stopping by. It's not worth it 

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JEFFREY'S BAY SURFERS PARADISE.

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 Jeffrey's Bay is one of the world's best known surfing spots.It also offers some of the best swimming and angling opportunities on the Eastern Cape coast. 

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Jeffery's Bay - Surfers Paradise

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Jeffrey's Bay. I'd love to share with you the 5 tips I've written, the 7 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Jeffrey's Bay

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Jeffrey's Bay. I'd love to share with you the 4 tips I've written, the 7 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Surf Capital of South Africa

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  First things first - I am not the surfer - my partner Matt discovered surfing on this trip and J-Bay as Jeffreys Bay is often referred to by South Africans and travellers in these parts was a must...... 

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Jeffrey's Bay

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 This is me on Jeffrey's Bay. The beach was deserted, but the picture is quite cool. A storm was coming, and it rained like I've never seen before on the next morning. 

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