Town in Eastern Cape, South Africa
Getting around Jeffreys Bay
How to get around Jeffreys Bay
The town is small and flat; walk, bike or take short taxi rides. A rental car or pre-booked shuttle from Gqeberha is needed for the airport and nearby sights.
Ways to get around Jeffreys Bay
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Rental car | From R400–R700 per day | Easiest for Gqeberha, Cape St Francis and Tsitsikamma |
| Airport shuttle / transfer | R700–R1,200 | Pre-book through your lodging or surf camp |
| Long-distance coaches | About R250–R500 to Cape Town or Gqeberha | Intercape and Baz Bus stop in town |
| Walking | Free | Beach and town center are close |
Taxis in Jeffreys Bay
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Ride apps are unreliable here. Ask your lodging for a trusted local driver or use shuttles.
Arriving in Jeffreys Bay
Chief Dawid Stuurman International (Gqeberha) (PLZ)
About 75 km, roughly 1 hour; rental car or pre-booked transfer R700–R1,200; Uber/Bolt possible but costly.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rare; some bike hire. Surfers use cars and boards.
- Driving: on the left. Licences in English with a photo are accepted; otherwise carry an IDP. Rental firms may still ask for one.
- Onward travel in South Africa: Cheap domestic flights (FlySafair, Airlink) cover long distances; Intercape buses and the Baz Bus link cities, and most visitors rent a car for the Garden Route and Kruger.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Jeffreys Bay?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Ride apps are unreliable here. Ask your lodging for a trusted local driver or use shuttles.
What's the best way to get around Jeffreys Bay?
The town is small and flat; walk, bike or take short taxi rides. A rental car or pre-booked shuttle from Gqeberha is needed for the airport and nearby sights.
How do I get from the airport to Jeffreys Bay?
About 75 km, roughly 1 hour; rental car or pre-booked transfer R700–R1,200; Uber/Bolt possible but costly.
Is Jeffreys Bay walkable?
Walkable center.
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