Robberg Nature Reserve
A 4 km rocky peninsula jutting into the Indian Ocean, where loop trails along the cliffs offer views of seal colonies, a sandbar connecting to an island, and passing whales and dolphins.
Robberg Nature Reserve sits at the southern end of Plettenberg Bay. It is a rocky peninsula stretching about 4 km into the Indian Ocean and is managed by CapeNature. From the parking area, three loop trails of roughly 2, 5.5 and 9 km start out (the full route takes about 4 hours). Cliff-top paths overlook Cape fur seal colonies, churning surf, and the white sandbar linking to “The Island.” Some sections require scrambling over rocks with both hands and feet. Entry follows CapeNature rates (adults about R60–100). Opening hours are roughly 07:00–17:00, extended to 20:00 in December–January. Start early for the full loop, and stay away from the reefs when the swell is big.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–17:00 (extended in Dec–Jan)
Nearby sights
- Lookout Beach
- Plettenberg Bay
- Radical Raptors
- Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary
- Keurbooms River Nature Reserve
- Knysna Elephant Park
- Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary
- Birds of Eden