Things to do near
Piesang Valley
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
distance.
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Plettenberg Bay (0.4 km from Piesang Valley) The Old Nick Mid-Week Market is a produce market selling organic veggies and fruit, plants and homemade goodies.
The market takes place on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 17:00. There is also a coffee shop and restaurant on site.
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Plettenberg Bay (0.7 km from Piesang Valley) Explore Plettenberg Bay’s stunning coastline looking for whales, dolphins, seals, sharks, seabirds and other marine life from a twin-hull ski boat.
Ocean Safaris offer exciting whale and dolphin watching trips guided by knowledgeable qualified skippers. They are permitted to conduct close encounters with whales and are Fair Trade accredited.
Pop in to their interesting office in Hopwood Street to find out more. You'll find a warm welcome, reconstructed skeletons, whalebones, free Internet and coffee.
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Plettenberg Bay (0.9 km from Piesang Valley) Enjoy an amazing experience, swimming along seals with Offshore Adventures in Plettenberg Bay.
You'll be snokeling with South African fur seals at Robberg Peninsula, home to approximately 4000 fur seals. These playful and inquisitive creatures provide a thrilling experience for all.
Departure is from Central Beach Plettenberg Bay, 7 days a week. The excursion lasts for approximately 1 hour with 30 minutes in the water.
No previous experience is required and all equipment is supplied.
Beaches
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Robberg Estate (0.9 km from Piesang Valley) Robberg 5 beach lies just south of the Beacon Isle Hotel and stretches towards Robberg Peninsula. This popular Blue Flag Beach offers great swimming and is perfect for long walks and watching dolphins surf the waves. During winter the Southern Right whales come close to shore to calve in the bay. Lifeguards are on duty during peak season. Facilities include assistance for the physically disabled.
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Plettenberg Bay (0.9 km from Piesang Valley) Learn to surf in Plettenberg Bay with Jamin Surf School and get professional instruction on an internationally recognized blue flag beach.
Courses are available for beginners, intermediate and experienced wave riders. Lessons typically take 2 hours, but 1 hour lessons can be arranged for the younger students. Check with the website on special offerings and prices.
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Plettenberg Bay (1 km from Piesang Valley) High speed boat rides and swimming with the seals. Offshore Adventures is the only company that is permitted to snorkel with Cape fur seals at Robberg Peninsula.
Offshore Adventures offers a high speed boat adventure, on board the "Hooligan" where the boat can reach a top speed of around 110 km per hour. With this extreme adrenalin rush you experience unadulterated fun!
Offshore Adventures is looking forward to "getting you wet in Plett". Experience marine animals in their natural habitat like never before.
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Plettenberg Bay (1.1 km from Piesang Valley) Climb aboard Ocean Rhythm and explore the beautiful Plettenberg Bay coastline. Experience the power of the wind in the sails and the sound of the ocean lapping at the bows.
Spot whales, dolphins and seals at play in breathtaking surroundings. Take the helm and learn the basics of sailing, put out a line and see what bites or kick back, glass of bubbly in hand.
This Knysna-built 44 foot sailing catamaran offers a high level of luxury, comfort and space. Options include sunset cruises, day cruises, overnight charters, fishing, and exclusive parties and functions. For more info contact 082 881 2937.
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Plettenberg Bay (1.1 km from Piesang Valley) Discover the underwater world in Plettenberg Bay with Pro Dive, offering courses from 1 to 4 days.
This is a fantastic opportunity to dive and explore the world below the waves. Small groups ensure personal attention. The highest safety standards are practised which has resulted in this company's impeccable safety record. Highly qualified and experienced instructors and dive masters will guide you through this amazing experience.
Other dive tours include shore, seal, night and boat dives.
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Plettenberg Bay (1.1 km from Piesang Valley) Sea kayaking is especially for those who like to combine a marine encounter with activity.
Both experienced and inexperienced kayakers can go on the trip, where dolphins, seals and even hammerhead sharks are often seen throughout the year. Whales are seen in season from June to November. Dolphin Adventures fully kits you out with your essential equipment. Don't worry, guides with be with you throughout the tour.
The tour will last about 2 hours and refreshments will be supplied to keep your energy levels up. No previous paddling experience is necessary.
Beaches
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Plettenberg Bay (1.7 km from Piesang Valley) Popular for shore based dolphin and whale watching, striking views of Robberg Peninsula as well as lengthy strolls, Robberg Beach is a knock out! This snow white sandy beach stretches for kilometres between the Robberg Peninsula and Beacon Island. The beach has lifesavers in season, ablution facilities, a deck, boardwalks and benches as well as chair and umbrella rentals and various parking spots. The closest parking area is roughly 2 km from Plett Central.
Shopping Malls
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Plettenberg Bay (1.9 km from Piesang Valley) The Market Square layout is a strip mall with a wide selection of shops and restaurants.There are two supermarkets stocked with food and fresh produce, clothing and home-ware. Another 53 shops offer a comprehensive range of quality goods to satisfy the most discerning shopper.
Golf Courses
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Plettenberg Bay (2.2 km from Piesang Valley) Rated in the Top 50 in South Africa, this 18-hole parklands golf course is set in a private nature reserve. Rated in the Top 50 in South Africa, this 18-hole parklands golf course is set in a lovely private nature reserve. This is no 'country bumpkin' course - the main attraction here is the challenging layout built to USGA specifications.
The Plettenberg Bay Country Club course is easy to stroll and the two main inclines can be viewed from the clubhouse. Lush bent grass fairways and greens offer an excellent playing surface on this park-like course.
Indigenous plants life attracts numerous birds, bushbuck, small antelope, vervet monkeys and baboons. Popular with local bird-watchers, the club is home to the Knysna Loerie, woodpeckers and other forest-dwelling species.
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Keurboomstrand (3.7 km from Piesang Valley) The Keurbooms Lagoon looks like a peace of heaven. The colors vary from orange and red in the morning to all kinds of blue and white during the day until it becomes dark black in the night. You can stroll along the coastline for miles, you can swim, paddle, waterski, wake board, kite surf or just relax and enjoy the beautiful surrounding landscape.
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Plettenberg Bay (4.1 km from Piesang Valley) The Goose Valley Golf Course is situated only 2km from Plettenberg Bay towards Port Elizabeth and bordering on the stunning Keurbooms Lagoon.Set in pristine surroundings, this magnificent estate offers a Gary Player designed 72 par, 18 hole golf course in the heart of the Garden Route. Golfers will experience breathtaking views of the lagoon, the ocean and the Tsitsikamma Mountains, as also the beauty of the natural fynbos, trees and an abundance of animal and bird life.Need to know? Eighteen holes Length: Men 6048m Ladies 4992m Designer: Gary Player Design Company Par / Rating: 72/70Visitors Conditions: soft spikes only Grass: Kikuya fairways, bent greens. Golf carts for hire, halfwayhouse, golf clubs for hire, Pro-shop, strictly no caddies allowed. Visitors fees on request.
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Keurboomstrand (4.1 km from Piesang Valley) Positioned on the eastern side of the Keurbooms River mouth, Keurbooms Beach is a gorgeous stretch of sand that is very popular during the holiday seasons.
With the lagoon just around the corner, the area is great for skiing, boat cruises, and fishing.