Keurboomstrand Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Keurboomstrand
Keurboomstrand
Arch Rock which includes a pebble beach
Keurboomstrand
Monkeyland showing cuddly or friendly animals
Meander along a labyrinth of coastal paths past rock formations on the Garden Route and venture into the animal enclosures of the forest.

Keurboomstrand is a natural resort town with spectacular coastal scenery and a dense forest containing myriad animal sanctuaries. It is part of the spectacular Garden Route and has fascinating rocks and cliffs overlooking Plettenberg Bay. Get a closer look at some of the world’s most extraordinary creatures, from big cats to monkeys, in this wildlife haven.

Stroll east along the coast to discover the natural treasure of Arch RockOpens in a new window. It looks like a cathedral with a large opening like a portal beneath a small hole resembling a rose window. Swim in the rock pool and visit the fascinating Matjes River Rock Shelter and learn about its archeological significance.

Bring the kids into the forest for the vast range of animal sanctuaries. Walk along the mazy paths of the Birds of EdenOpens in a new window to gaze up at the toucans, macaws and pink flamingos in the vast collection of 3,000 birds. Embark on a scavenger hunt with the children looking for different species.

Neighboring Monkeyland Primate SanctuaryOpens in a new window is a fascinating park with about 500 primates. Take a guided trip through the Jukani Wildlife SanctuaryOpens in a new window and see the majestic big cats that have been saved from poachers.

Make your way east to Nature’s Valley BeachOpens in a new window, which has a campground and quaint cottages. Enjoy the views of mountains in the secluded and protected Tsitsikamma National ParkOpens in a new window. Swim in the warm water of the Indian Ocean.

Find Keurboomstrand, which gets its name from the eponymous tree that is indigenous to the region, between Cape TownOpens in a new window and Port Elizabeth on the southern coast of central South Africa. It is on the Keurbooms River in a region of many private nature reserves. Drive northeast from Plettenberg Bay for about 10 minutes to reach this coastal town. Expect a warm climate, with the hottest and driest season from December through February.

Keurboomstrand offers many havens for animals along with an excellent beach and intriguing archeological sites.

The Dunes Resort 80
The Dunes Resort 80
3.5 out of 5
Keurboomstrand Road, Unit 80, Keurboomstrand, Western Cape
The price is AU$197 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
AU$197
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Keurboomstrand. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Arch Rock Beach and Arch ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
Make sure you message in advance for the key code
"The property stated that there was a reception open from 7am-9pm. There is not. They were supposed to send me a message with the code for the key box. They did not. The security there were very kind in helping us contact them as the number on the site was wrong. There was no power the night we stayed ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct. 2024

The Dunes Resort 80
ArchRock Resort
ArchRock Resort
4 out of 5
Main Street, Garden Route, Keurboomstrand, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star beach guesthouse in Keurboomstrand. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Arch Rock Beach and Arch Rock ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"SMAZING DEFINITELY COMING BACK"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2019

ArchRock Resort
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
4 out of 5
Keurboom Heights, Keurboomstrand, Western Cape
The price is AU$397 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$397
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Keurboomstrand. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Arch Rock Beach and Arch Rock are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"The property is like stepping into a luxurious game lodge from a bygone age yet you’re only 15 minutes from the town of Plettenberg and about 5 minutes to a wonderful stretch of beach just down the hill. However the facility itself is nearly new so it features all the modern conveniences to be had. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2024

Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Dunes Resort 80
The Dunes Resort 80
3.5 out of 5
Keurboomstrand Road, Unit 80, Keurboomstrand, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Keurboomstrand. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Arch Rock Beach and Arch ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
Make sure you message in advance for the key code
"The property stated that there was a reception open from 7am-9pm. There is not. They were supposed to send me a message with the code for the key box. They did not. The security there were very kind in helping us contact them as the number on the site was wrong. There was no power the night we stayed ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct. 2024

The Dunes Resort 80
Villa Plettenberg - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8
Villa Plettenberg - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8
Keurboomstrand
Stay at this villa in Keurboomstrand. Enjoy a garden, cable/satellite TV service, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Arch Rock Beach and Arch Rock are ...
Villa Plettenberg - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8
Baviaanshoek
Baviaanshoek
3.5 out of 5
Milkwood Glen 34, Keurboomstrand, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly cottage in Keurboomstrand. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Arch Rock Beach and Arch ...
Baviaanshoek
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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