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Jeffreys Bay & Addo Elephant National Park
From:
TBC
Duration:
10 days / 9 nights
Date:
TO BE ANNOUNCED
Max People:
8
Min Age:
18+
The Highlights of our Adventure
World-Class Surfing at Jeffreys Bay
Scenic Coastal Excursions
Bushland Beauty
Elephant Encounters at Addo Elephant National Park
Marine Wildlife Spotting
Cultural and Local Experiences
Diverse Activities for All
Overview
Trip Summary
Could you imagine learning to surf or improving your surfing at one of the most famous surfing destinations in the world? Jeffreys Bay is ranked number 2 on the CNN Travels ‘World’s 50 Best Surf Spots’. You will be enchanted by the long stretches of white sandy beaches, the warm Indian ocean and the nature reserves in the region. A perfect way to conclude a perfect day in this little surfer’s paradise is with a stroll along the unhurried streets of downtown Jeffrey’s Bay to discover cafés, restaurants, surf shops and small museums.
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Inclusions
What’s included?
- a total of 9 nights accommodation (6 nights’ accommodation in a luxury coastal villa and 3 nights accommodation in The Addo Elephant National Park )
- Return Airport transfer from Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Jeffrey’s Bay
- Return transfer from Jeffrey’s Bay to The Addo Elephant National Park
- Daily healthy plant-based breakfast during your stay in Jeffrey’s Bay consisting of tropical and other seasonal fruits and juices, plenty of avocado when in season, yogurt, cereals, breads, etc
- water, coffee and a variety of teas during your stay in Jeffrey’s Bay
- 5 surfing lessons of 90mins incl wet suit and surfboard rental (beginner or intermediate level)
- Daily Game viewing drives some with a fully trained Addo Hop on Guide while in Addo
- 1 x Sundowner Guided Game drive in an open top safari vehicle while in the Addo National Park
- Daily hikes in Addo Elephant National Park (varying in distance from 2-7km) Addo guests may also do the self guided Discovery Trail that is a walk in a loop that starts from the Main Camp, at no cost
What’s not included?
- Airfares (take an international flight to Johannesburg, Durban or Cape Town, with direct onward connections to Port Elizabeth)
- Optional daily excursions
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch and dinner in Jeffrey’s Bay are for your own account. There are numerous excellent restaurants in the Jeffrey’s Bay and meals are a fraction of the price compared to Europe. The villa also has a large kitchen and Big 5 Surf and Yoga can assist with shopping for those participants that prefer cooking some of their own meals.
- Conservation fees in Addo Elephant National Park
- All meals and refreshments in the Addo National Park are for your own account. There is an award winning restaurant on site offering breakfast , lunch and supper at incredibly reasonable price. The restaurant also offers vegan and vegetarian options. The small camp where you will stay has a communal kitchen just for the 10 residents and its possible to prepare your own meals. In the camp there is a small shop selling essentials as well.
Optional daily excursions
Optional daily excursions (at an extra cost)
Our Jeffrey’s Bay surf and safari retreat package includes some optional daily excursions at an additional cost. This will give you the chance to explore the spectacular beauty of this region. Each excursion will be a new adventure where we reveal some of the secrets that makes the Eastern Cape one of the most beloved tourist destinations in South Africa. Apart from the breath-taking scenery we will let you experience some of the cultural and culinary pleasures that has made this region famous.
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Itinerary
DAY 1
We meet you at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) and then take a one hour drive to Jeffrey’s Bay where we will have a short briefing about the schedule and the optional excursions that we will offer. ( we would prefer to depart from Port Elizabeth Airport at about 14h00 but will adjust this to fit the flight schedule of our participants)
DAY 2
After breakfast, we will head to the surf school for your first surfing lesson. You will be introduced to your instructors and be provided with your surfing gear.
The rest of the day you can spend at leisure or join one of the optional excursions in the afternoon.
DAY 3
After breakfast you will head back to the surfing school for your second surfing lesson.
The rest of the day you can spend at leisure or join one of the optional excursions in the afternoon.
DAY 4
After breakfast you will head back to the surfing school for your third surfing lesson.
The rest of the day you can spend at leisure or join one of the optional excursions in the afternoon.
DAY 5
After breakfast you will head back to the surfing school for your 4th surfing lesson.
The rest of the day you can spend at leisure or join one of the optional excursions in the afternoon.
DAY 6
After breakfast you will head back to the surfing school for your 5th surfing lesson.
The rest of the day you can spend at leisure or join one of the optional excursions in the afternoon.
DAY 7
After breakfast we will pack and depart for the Addo Elephant National Park – about an hour and a half away from Jeffrey’s Bay. Along the way we will make some brief stops at scenic locations.
In the late afternoon we will enjoy our first organised game drive in the Addo Elephant National Park.
DAY 8
Addo Elephant National Park – we are planning two game drives. At sunset when the wildlife is most active we will do a sunset drive in an open safari vehicle and return to camp for dinner after sunset.
There are hikes in Addo Elephant National Park (varying in distance from 2-7km) Addo guests may also do the self guided Discovery Trail that is a walk in a loop that starts from the Main Camp, at no cost
DAY 9
Addo Elephant National Park – we are planning two game drives. The early mornings and late afternoons are the best times for viewing wildlife since they are more active at these times.
There are hikes in Addo Elephant National Park (varying in distance from 2-7km) Addo guests may also do the self guided Discovery Trail that is a walk in a loop that starts from the Main Camp, at no cost
DAY 10
Addo Elephant National Park – today we have our last game drive in the morning before checking out of our accommodation. We return to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) in the early afternoon to allow you to make your onward flight connections.
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Jeffrey's Bay & Addo Elephant National Park
jEFFREYS BAY AND ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK
Jeffrey’s Bay is a laid-back beach town on South Africa’s Eastern Cape coast, featuring glorious beaches, perfect waves and plenty of wildlife spotting opportunities.
Jeffrey’s Bay is famous for surf, sand and shells. Ride world-renowned waves, relax on long stretches of unspoiled beach, explore scenic walking trails and see diverse marine life. Jeffrey’s Bay is at the heart of the Sunshine Coast on South Africa’s Eastern Cape. The easy-going ambience of this surfer’s paradise makes it popular with backpackers, families and outdoor adventurers.
Addo Elephant National Park is the third largest game reserve in the country after recent incorporation of further adjoining land. The South African game reserve is famous among tourist for its large elephant herds that graze on the vegetation and parade in a calm manner. You can witness these marvellous creatures by simply travelling to one of the waterholes, which is a hot spot for elephants. The game reserve is also famous for viewing the Big 5.
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FAQ
When is the best time to visit Jeffreys Bay?
The weather is good all year round in Jeffrey’s Bay
On average, the warmest months are January, February, March, April and December
The coldest months are June, July and August
The rainiest months are February, March, July and October
The sea temperature is suitable for swimming all year round
What makes your retreats unique?
Our retreats are inclusive of a safari to a Big 5 wildlife sanctuary. This retreat includes a 3 night / 4 day safari to one of the top national parks in South Africa. The Addo Elephant National Park is famous among tourist for its large elephant herds and the viewing of the Big 5 – Lions, rhinos, buffalo, leopards and elephants. Also an abundance of other wildlife are roaming this game park.
If you prefer a shorter safari experience then have a look at our yoga retreats in Cape Town where our guests visit a private reserve for only a day.
We also conduct 12 day yoga safari’s in Namibia where the emphasis is on experiencing the wildlife of Africa in one of the top safari destinations in Southern Africa. If you would like to be informed about upcoming trips to Namibia then subscribe to our mailing list in the footer of the website. By subscribing you will also qualify for a €50- discount on the first retreat you book with us.
Do you cater for specific dietary preferences?
Absolutely! We respect your dietary choices, so please inform us of any specific requirements when you book your adventure. Our breakfasts that are offered are healthy and plant based consisting of tropical and other seasonal fruits and juices , plenty of avocado when in season, yogurt , cereals , breads , etc
Jeffrey’s Bay has a vibrant restaurant scene and most restaurants offer a selection of vegan and vegetarian options.
In Addo Elephant there is an award winning restaurant in the camp offering vegetarian and vegan options.
In both Jeffrey’s Bay and in Addo Elephant National Park guests also have access to a kitchen and shops, should you prefer to cook some of your own meals.
What is a Big 5 safari?
In Africa, the Big 5 game animals are the lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant and the buffalo. The term was coined by big-game hunters to refer to the five most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on foot, but is now more widely used by game viewing tourists and safari tour operators. They are among the most famous and iconic of Africa’s large animals.
What is your cancellation policy?
You can find our terms and conditions on the footer of our website. Follow this link to the terms and conditions.
Do you offer special promotions?
We have a selection of promotional discounts. Here is a link to a full description of our promotional discounts that you can find in the footer of our website.
Only one discount may be applied to a specific retreat and only direct bookings via our website qualifies for discounts.
SA Citizens – 15% discount
Returning Guests – 10% discount
Group Bookings – if you plan to book for 4 or more persons then please contact us to discuss a special offer for your group.
Referral Bonus – if you have a yoga studio or a surfing business and would like to earn a referral bonus for promoting our retreats please contact us for more information.
Early Registration
Early registration discounts will be be announced from time to time
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Travel Advice
Getting here
If you are travelling from Europe you are lucky as there are several direct flights daily to South Africa from most of the major cities in Europe.
Our advice would be to book a flight to the Oliver Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg (JNB) with a connecting flight to the airport in Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha (PLZ)
You also have domestic flights from all the main airports in South Africa
The Villa
Top 5% of homes in Jeffrey’s Bay ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.
The views are magnificent and the house is comfortable and spacious. This modern home overlooks surf spots like Point and Supertubes. The kitchen is equipped with all the necessary appliances, including Nespresso machine, dishwasher and washing machine. Good Wifi signal throughout the house. Percale duvet covers on all beds. There are shops and restaurants within 1km from the house. Located in a well established part of Wavecrest that is pitched higher for spectacular views.
The house is also equipped with an inverter and lithium battery backup to power essentials.
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