St. Francis Bay boasts a beautifully laid-out 18- hole Golf Course, where you are most welcome.
However, remember to consider the family as well; take them to Shamwari Game Reserve, Kariega Game Reserve, Baviaanskloof Mega-Reserve, Kwandwe Game Reserve, Addo National Elephant Park, or game viewing at Schotia Safaris. All lovely attractions within 1-1/2 hours drive from St Francis Bay.

Hiking along the Sand River is recommended at any time off the year. If you are lucky, you may see the beautiful Crystal Pools. The water in the Sand River flows underground, over the hard rocky substrate that underlines the dunes. After heavy rains, the water table rises to form Crystal Pools.

Enjoy boat cruises around the Bay. You'll discover abundant bird and marine life - including penguins, whales and dolphins. Boats may not venture closer than 300m to any whale. For more information on our whales off this spectacular coastline see www.whaleroute.com

Explore the upper reaches of the Kromme River on a comfortable motor launch. Stop over at Stony Boma River Camp for a picnic or barbecue. After lunch, relax or go for a hike, canoeing, fishing or birding on the river.

A photographer in the 60's Bruce Brown, searched the world for the Perfect Wave. He found it at St Francis Bay, and named it 'Bruce's Beauties' - St Francis Bay is one of the world's great surf spots - and YOU need not be a surfer to enjoy this graceful sport. Delight in watching the followers "search" for the perfect wave!

Take an hour-long trip and sip a soothing drink or two as you experience South Africa's own 'Little Venice' aboard a comfortable cruiser. Picturesque white-walled thatched homes reflect in the tranquil waters of the meandering canals whilst the ever-present songs of resident bird life serenade you.

During the development of Cape St. Francis, Irma Booysen persuaded her husband, the original owner of the farm Ongegunde Vryheid, to set land aside to protect the fynbos of the area. The Reserve lies within 200m of the Cape St. Francis Resort. A walk through the reserve is a must-do for all lovers of nature and indigenous flora such as this fynbos. Maps and plant guides are available at the Resort's reception office.

Enjoy the wildlife at Seaview Game & lion Park with 40 species of African wildlife to view, including Lions, jackals, lynx, crocodiles , giraffe, zebra,baboons, monkeys, wildebeest, and many others.

For the thrill-seekers, experience the adrenalin of a 216m bungy jump, the highest Bungy Jump in the world. If you get enough thrill from being in a high spot without the jump, take a guided tour over the largest bridge in Africa.

This Big Five private game reserve spans 5 ecosystems( valley busheveld, savannam grassland, fynbos, riverine forest and acacia woodland). Consisting of 7,500 hectares(approxiamtely 18,500 acres), there are no public roads running through the propery and all the animals including predators, are free-roaming throughout the reserve. Experience a game drive in an open vehicle where you come face to face with a multitude of game.

Visit the Cheetah Breeding Camp. This camp offers the unique possiblility to experience cheetahs from several age groups up close while they are playing, relaxing ore being fed.

Have you ever wanted to know what birds feel like when they fly? Come close to this experience while partaking on a Forest Canopy Tour.

Experience the famout Knysna forest alongside our African elephants, A guided nature walk through the fynbos, into the valley and stunning indigenous and exotic forest. Touch and feed the gently giants.

Monkeyland offers visitors safaris conducted by experienced game rangers where you can epect to see many species of monkeys as well as a large variety of forest dwelling birds.

Birds of Eden is the largest free flight bird aviary in the world. A top eco-tourism attraction in the Garden Route of South Africa. The adventure of walking across our 128m suspension bridge, the longest one of it's kind in Africa, above the forest canopy.

 

• You deserve to be pampered and spoilt, so let us call Stella for an Aromatherapy, Reflexology or Reiki treatment.
   
• Do some serious R&R while working on your tan and head for the beaches. . .
   
• Be brave & try out the latest adrenalin craze - sand-board with Aloe Africa!
   
• Think big and live your dream . . .buy a house. http://www.bgestates.co.za/property_search.php
   
• Experience the “oasis” of Humansdorp and visit Le Chameleon Padastal.
   
• Now YOU have the time to read that long awaited good book, or indulge in an afternoon nap!
   
• Delight in ocean views from a seagull’s point of view and book a Micro-light trip.
   
• Conscious-combining with a difference! No diets - just a full day of organized adventures from beach horse riding, bird watching, a river cruise and game drive.
   
• Get energetic with a leisurely walk or challenging hike along the beaches, up the Sand River and through the Nature Reserve. We’ll remind you to take water and wear your hat.
   
• A romantic sunset & champagne! Let us do the planning . . . and you do the indulging!
   
• Plan your next visit to St Francis Bay and Southern Africa. Book at Sandals now!
   
• MOST OF ALL: RELAX, UNWIND AND ENJOY YOUR STAY AT SANDALS, ST FRANCIS BAY!