Jeffrey’s Bay travel guide

Jeffrey’s Bay Tourism | Jeffrey’s Bay Guide

You're Going to Love Jeffrey’s Bay

With a population of 11,698, Jeffrey’s Bay is a must-see destination in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jeffrey’s Bay has to offer.

When to visit Jeffrey’s Bay

Jeffrey’s Bay in November
Estimated hotel price
£30
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeffrey’s Bay in November
Estimated hotel price
£30
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Jeffrey’s Bay

Plane

Although Jeffrey’s Bay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is located 66 km from Jeffrey’s Bay. The shortest flight to Jeffrey’s Bay from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 20h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Jeffrey’s Bay is to pick up a car hire from Port Elizabeth, which is about 66 km from Jeffrey’s Bay. You’ll find branches of Hertz and 1First Car Rental, among others, in Port Elizabeth.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jeffrey’s Bay, including APM, Williams Coach Tours and Intercity Xpress. From George, the bus ride to Jeffrey’s Bay takes 314 km and will cost you around £14. From East London, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 386 km.

Plane

Although Jeffrey’s Bay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is located 66 km from Jeffrey’s Bay. The shortest flight to Jeffrey’s Bay from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 20h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Jeffrey’s Bay is to pick up a car hire from Port Elizabeth, which is about 66 km from Jeffrey’s Bay. You’ll find branches of Hertz and 1First Car Rental, among others, in Port Elizabeth.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jeffrey’s Bay, including APM, Williams Coach Tours and Intercity Xpress. From George, the bus ride to Jeffrey’s Bay takes 314 km and will cost you around £14. From East London, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 386 km.

Airports near Jeffrey’s Bay

Airlines serving Jeffrey’s Bay

Lufthansa
Good (4,615 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,448 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,931 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
South African
Good (17 reviews)
FlySafair
Excellent (76 reviews)
Cemair
Good (12 reviews)
Proflight Zambia
Excellent (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeffrey’s Bay

Average rates range from around £43 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £39 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeffrey’s Bay

Most booked hotels in Jeffrey’s Bay

Super Tubes Guesthouse
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£56+
On the Beach Guesthouse
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£51+
A1 Kynaston Accommodation
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£23+
Greystone Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£13+
Island Vibe Jeffreys Bay
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£8+

Hiring a car in Jeffrey’s Bay

Expect to pay £1.05 per litre in Jeffrey’s Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.49 and £16.65.

Expect to pay £1.05 per litre in Jeffrey’s Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.49 and £16.65.