Timeline
18:34
Pick up a cold drink or light snack from a local shop. Since there are no specific food or drink venues listed in the immediate vicinity, check the route to the nearest store. This gives you time to settle in before the main event.
19:04
Walk 22 minutes from All Africa Volunteers towards the east to reach Surfers Viewpoint. Arrive 30 minutes before sunset to find a good spot. The viewpoint faces west, directly into the setting sun.
19:34
Watch the sun sink toward the WSW. The golden light begins around 18:58, painting the sky just before the sun dips below the horizon at 19:34. Enjoy the quiet moment as the day ends.
20:19
Walk back 22 minutes to All Africa Volunteers. If you have time and energy, consider volunteering or donating. It is a rewarding way to end your evening and connect with the local community.
Local tip
The walk between the anchor and the viewpoint is short and straightforward. Bring a jacket as it can get cool after sunset.
Check before you go
- Check the route from All Africa Volunteers to Surfers Viewpoint if you are not familiar with the area.
- Sunset times vary by date. On 15 January, sunset is at 19:34. On 15 April, it is 17:57. Plan your arrival accordingly.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Jeffreys Bay (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).