Buffels Bay (Buffelsbaai)
Buffelsbaai
A small beach village west of Knysna with a calm bay sheltered by the headland, suitable for swimming and family play, next to Goukamma Nature Reserve.
Buffelsbaai (Afrikaans for Buffels Bay) is about 20 km from Knysna. It is a small village of holiday homes. The bay behind the headland is relatively calm, making it one of the few beaches on this stretch of coast suitable for swimming and family play. Lifeguards are on duty during the peak season. The beach connects eastward to the long Brenton beach, and to the west lie the dunes and coastal trails of Goukamma Nature Reserve. The village has very few facilities, so bring your own food and drinks.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Brenton-on-Sea
- Holy Trinity Church, Belvidere
- Goukamma Nature Reserve
- Knysna Waterfront (Waterfront Quays)
- Leisure Isle
- Thesen Island
- Knysna Lagoon & The Heads
- Noetzie Beach & Castles