Timeline
17:12
Drive to Noorsekloof Nature Reserve in the north of Jeffreys Bay. Park and walk into the valley bushveld. The reserve is small and park-like, perfect for a quiet stroll before the crowds arrive. Watch for the over 50 bird species as the light begins to soften.
17:42
Walk 21 minutes from the reserve toward Surfers Viewpoint. This viewpoint faces WSW, aligning with the sun setting in that direction on this date. Arrive just as the sun dips below the horizon and the golden light fades.
18:12
Head to Die Vismandjie, a 15-minute walk from the reserve area. Order fish and chips from this highly regarded takeaway spot. It is widely considered one of the best fish takeaways in South Africa.
18:42
Return to Noorsekloof Nature Reserve for a post-dinner walk. The evening air is cool and the reserve is quiet. Use the darkness to settle in and enjoy the stillness of the bushveld after the sunset.
Local tip
The walk between the reserve and Surfers Viewpoint is short but check the route carefully as it crosses local roads. Die Vismandjie is a takeaway only, so eat while standing or in your car if preferred.
Check before you go
- Surfers Viewpoint is open to the public; no specific hours listed.
- Die Vismandjie is a takeaway restaurant; confirm opening times locally as they may vary.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Jeffreys Bay (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).