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One can spend many leisurely hours on the wide beaches stretching from Seal Point to Shark Point. Johnson’s pool provides a sheltered swimming area and is a great place to take the children.
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All types of fishing can be organised, ranging from rock and surf, light tackle, fly fishing to deep sea and bottom fishing. Charters can accommodate groups of up to 20 people.
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St Francis has an attractive bowls club with superbly tended greens. Tabs in and competitions all year round.
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Bicycles are available for hire. This is a great way for cycling enthusiasts to enjoy a day in Cape St Francis, taking in the fresh sea air, as well as the sights and sounds.
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Jet skiing is permitted on certain sections of the Krom River.
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"Penguins are fascinating creatures, intriguing scientists and tourists alike. Whether offering us the mystery and beauty of a 300-metre dive or entertaining us with comic clumsiness on land, these charismatic creatures delight the eye and captivate the heart." - Phil Hockey 2001.
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Fishing licences are available at the local post office in St Francis Bay. Their offices are open Monday to Friday 8am to 5 pm and Saturday from 8am to 1 pm.
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The ideal venue for sand boarding is on the Sand River dunes near Cape St Francis. Provides thrills to both novice and expert.
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View Cape St Francis from the air and you will have a new appreciation for this beautiful area.
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Guided sea trails available. Venture into the ocean for a "close encounter" with seals, dolphins and whales.
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Cruise the beautiful Indian Ocean and the tranquil waters of magnificent St Francis Bay in the boat: "Sunfish".
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This series of stories about shipwrecks along our coastline does not claim to be an accurate historical record of events. It is rather a combination of fact and stories collected from local sources.
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Explore the reefs or just have fun at "Granny's Pool".
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2 modern courts. Visitors are always welcome.
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Around the bay of St Francis. Duration one hour or longer if so required. ZAR 150 Per person.
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St Francis Bay is world famous for its surfing waves called "Bruce's Beauties" after the photographer who featured them in the 1960's cult film "The Endless Summer".
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Regular competitions are played and these facilities are open to visitors.
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The Krom River offers an ideal location for the water ski-ing enthusiast.
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The best time of the year to enjoy the enthralling sights of the Humpback and Southern Right Whales in the bay is from May to September. Otters, seals, penguins all abound in St Francis Bay and can be spotted from the many viewpoints along the coast.
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Windsurfing as well as kite surfing take place all along the coast or in the estuary of the Krom River.
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The unique and sheltered harbour at Port St. Francis provides anchorage for yachts. St. Francis Marine are known for their luxury catamarans which are exported to all corners of the world.
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Hibiscus for Health and Beauty offer massages, manicures, pedicures, waxing and facials in a calm, peaceful environment at the Cape St Francis Resort.
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