Jeffreys Bay, or J-Bay as the locals call it, is the centre of the winter surfing season in South Africa. Boneyards, Super Tubes, and Kitchen Window are waves that are firmly entrenched in surfing lore. Super Tubes is the holy grail for visiting surfers in J-Bay.

Jeffreys Bay appeals to surfers, wannabe surfers, beach bunnies, shell collectors and shopaholics. The brand name surf shops give great discounts, so even if you are not a surfer, you can at least fit in by looking like one. The beach is beautiful; you walk on it for miles, collecting shells along the way if you choose.

Backpacker Accommodation in Jeffreys Bay

• Island Vibe Backpackers
• Jeffreys Bay Backpackers
• African Ubuntu Backpackers Lodge
• 99 Miles Jeffreys Bay
• All Africa J Bay Lodge & Volunteers
• Cristal Cove Backpackers & Flatlets
• Hard Rock Backpackers
• Aloe Again