Mossel Bay Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in the Western Cape, South Africa
About Mossel Bay
A favourite coastal and holiday destination, it has over the years developed into a town of unhurried hospitality, complementing the natural beauty and rich cultural history of theDistrict of Eden. It was here that the first Europeans set foot on southern African shores – commemorated at the Da Gama Museum Complex in the town-centre. Washed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, Mossel Bay offers sandy beaches stretching into the horizon,whale watchingin season (June – mid November), water sport and extreme adventures. TheBay of Attraction, as Mossel Bay is often referred to, is also a paradise for any shopper hunting for local art and craft or maritime objects, and a hub for good entertainment and exquisite dining on the Garden Route.
Top Attractions in Mossel Bay
Explore the best things to see and do in Mossel Bay:
- ★Bartholomeu Dias Museum Complex
- ★Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse
- ★Pinnacle Point
- ★Skydive Mossel Bay
Where to Eat in Mossel Bay
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Cafe Gannet
- 🍴Carola Ann's
- 🍴Kaai 4 Braai Restaurant
Where to Stay in Mossel Bay
- 🏨Avenues Guesthouse
- 🏨Bantry House
- 🏨Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
- 🏨Dolphin House Backpackers
- 🏨Mossel Bay Backpackers
- 🏨Park House Lodge
Mossel Bay Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: