Beach Western Cape
Lookout Beach
Plettenberg Bay's main beach — a wide arc of sand between the Beacon Isle hotel and the sea, with dolphin and whale sightings in season.
Day Trip
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Trip Role
Day Trip
Ideal stay
Half a day
Best for
Whale watching and family beach days
Our take
The reliable, scenic heart of Plettenberg Bay.
The reliable, scenic heart of Plettenberg Bay.
- Trip Role
- Day Trip
- Ideal Stay
- Half a day
- Time Needed
- 3-4 hours
- Best For
- Whale watching and family beach days
- Go If
- You want a classic, wide-open beach experience with easy access to town.
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Why it's worth your time
Plettenberg Bay's primary beach, forming a wide arc between the Beacon Isle hotel and the river mouth. It is a popular spot for whale and dolphin watching during the season.
What we love
The expansive views across the bay toward the Tsitsikamma mountains.
What to know
The beach profile changes significantly with the tides and river mouth shifts.