Jeffreys Bay

Jeffreys Bay is a coastal town in Eastern Cape that spreads along the Indian Ocean with long sandy beaches and coastal dunes. The settlement supports fishing and tourism industries while hosting renewable energy installations in the surrounding area.

The town was established in 1849 as a small fishing community and grew into a regional center over the following decades. Economic activity expanded through the development of tourism and maritime industries that shaped the local economy.

The local population of 107,014 residents communicates primarily in Afrikaans, followed by IsiXhosa and English, reflecting the regional demographic composition.

The town has municipal services and basic facilities for visitors throughout the year. The beaches draw more people during summer months when surfers and swimmers are most active.

The area is known as one of South Africa's top surfing destinations with reliable waves throughout the year. Local and visiting surfers come for the consistent ocean conditions and varied beach breaks.

Location: Kouga Local Municipality

Location: Eastern Cape

Inception: 1849

Elevation above the sea: 49 m

Website: https://jeffreysbaytourism.org

GPS coordinates: -34.03333,24.91667

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:48