St Francis Bay is truly a paradise for water-sport enthusiasts. Windsurfing, water skiing, snorkelling, swimming, sunbathing, exploring the canals by canoe and diving are only a few of the activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family. The emphasis is on outdoor life, with the bracing sea air, sunshine and unspoilt surroundings. Fishing in the deep sea, the river, the surf and from the rocks are all exciting possibilities with bait being plentiful while the waters teem with many 'good eating' and game fish. You'll never run out of opportunities to enjoy St Francis.

Festivals and Annual Events

"Easter Affair" - Easter Weekend

Tuna Classic - April

Billabong International Pro Surf Championship - July
Women's Week - August
Calamari Festival - Late September
Calamari Golf Classic - Late September

Shell Festival Jeffreys Bay - Late September

Activities and exploration

• Bowls, Boating, Boat cruises: canal, river, whale and dolphin.
• Bungee jumping (Bloukrans)
• Canopy tours (Tsitsikamma National Park)
• Cycling.
• Diving
• Fishing: Deep sea, river, surf, rock and fly.
• Game / Nature reserves:
• Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve.
• Addo National Park.
• Sundays River Valley: Oranges, Roses and the Big 7-area offers wildlife festivals, shows and interesting events.
• Gamtoos valley: Vibrant agricultural and cultural route to Lourie, Hankey and Patensie through nature, with interesting farm stalls.
• Golf: The Links, Village Golf Course.
• Horse riding.
• Kayaking, Kite boarding.
• Swimming, Snorkeling, Surfing, Squash, Sailing.
• Tennis
• Windsurfing, Waterskiing, Walking trails.
• 4 x 4 trails (Baviaanskloof).

Other attractions in, and near, St Francis

• Cape St Francis: Visit and climb to the top of the lighthouse. Rustic village with fantastic beach, take a walk through the reserve to the Blow-hole (3 hrs).
• Port St Francis: this private owned harbor with local chokka boat activities and the home to private boats and yachts. Visit the restaurants and pubs.
• Oyster Bay: Drive the gravel road to magnificent dunes and beach.
• Aston bay / Paradise beach – Neighboring beach.
• Jeffrey's Bay: One of the 5 most famous surfing destinations in the world and where the Billabong International Surfing Championships are held.

Recommended Dining

Seafood

• Chocca Block (at the Port)

Steak house

• Barons: 042 294 1727

Greek:

• Big Time Taverna (on the canals)

Others:

• St Francis Links Restaurant : Gourmet (curry night on Tuesdays)
• Zapas - meze platters - pick your own combinations.
• Christie's  Catch : seafood, sushi , chinese take away and deck lunches.
• The Port Hole restaurant /pub  (at the Port)
• T-junction : Take away pizzeria

Useful numbers

Ambulance: 10177 / 042 291 0749

Doctor’s / Dentist room: 042 294 0719

Hospital: 042 295 1100

Fire brigade: 042 291 0250

Police: 10111 / 042 200 1817

NSRI: 042 294 0131 / 082 990 5969

To report Sea poaching: 042 293 1757 / 072 808 9906

To report penguin and marine rescue (Ajubatus): 082 890 0207

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