Emily Moon riverside district

Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

Home to Simon's Bar @ Emily Moon, ideal for sundowners and amazing views.

Places in Emily Moon riverside district

Practical notes for Plettenberg Bay

Best time to visit
December to February (summer) offers the warmest beach weather, while June to November brings whale watching season along the coast.
Getting around
Plettenberg Bay sits between Knysna and Tsitsikamma National Park along the Garden Route, with a central location recommended for evening safety when exploring town on foot.
Currency
South African Rand (R)
Language
English, Afrikaans, isiZulu and isiXhosa are all widely spoken.
Timezone
SAST (UTC+2)
Current trends
Plettenberg Bay's dining scene continues to diversify beyond traditional seafood, with Market Off Main's bao buns and Thai street food and Do Coracao's Portuguese flavours reflecting a broader culinary range, while Simon's Bar @ Emily Moon's sundowner views and Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary's guided predator walks anchor the bay's mix of relaxed dining and hands-on wildlife encounters.

Other neighborhoods in Plettenberg Bay

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