Welcome To Gansbaai!

Welcome to Gansbaai! Known globally as the Western Cape’s up-close-and-personal eco-adventure destination, Gansbaai Tourism Bureau is a friendly information hub for everything to do with Gansbaai and the surrounding Overstrand area. Discover a wonderland of things to do including pristine beaches, ancient caves, and a smorgasbord of coastal and fynbos mountain trails waiting to be explored. The friendly team at the Gansbaai Tourism Bureau can also connect you with marine tours and other exciting activities perfect for the whole family. The bureau is a go-to for advice on accommodation, places to eat, and local businesses in greater Gansbaai. Striving to uplift the community and protect the environment, the Gansbaai Tourism Bureau is actively involved in various local projects including typing CVs, events, fundraisers and clean-up drives. Gansbaai Tourism Bureau has an affordable hall available for private functions.

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About
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About

Gansbaai Tourism Bureau was established in 1995. 

The tourism team is always on hand to help guide local businesses to reach their full potential while promoting responsible tourism. At the same time, they work tirelessly to protect the environment and the town’s resources. 

Other than enjoying pride of place in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom, the Gansbaai coastline is also known as home to the Marine Big 5 (whales, sharks, dolphins, seals, penguins).  

Gansbaai Tourism Bureau is dedicated to providing the best possible assistance, guided by the motto that if they don’t have information a visitor needs, they will make every effort to source it.

This service is available to walk-in visitors, and those reaching out via phone, email, and social media.

Gansbaai - Areas

Gansbaai - Areas

Gansbaai’s neighbourhoods include:

  • De Kelders
  • Gansbaai
  • Masakhane
  • Blompark
  • Roman’s Bay
  • Danger Point
  • Kleinbaai
  • Uilenkraalsmond
  • Franskraal
  • Baardskeerdersbos
  • Pearly Beach
Information Centre
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Information Centre

The Gansbaai Tourism Bureau hosts a spacious information centre, offering everything you need to make the most of your stay in Gansbaai. 

Visitors are welcome to browse and explore a range of resources tailored to enhance their experience in the area.

Maps and Brochures
  • Gansbaai 
  • Overberg
  • Garden Route 
Gift Shop
  • Coffee Table Books
  • Postcards
  • Keyrings
  • Assorted Gifts
Gallery and Display Area
  • History of Gansbaai
  • Fishing Industry
  • Fresh Fynbos
  • Marine Big Five
Children’s Play Area
  • Colouring Books
  • Toys
Things to Do

Things to Do 

Gansbaai is a popular eco-adventure destination, offering a variety of thrilling nature-based activities and things to do on land and at sea.

Things to Do in Gansbaai and Surrounds

  • Ocean Safaris - Marine Big 5
  • Shark Cage Diving
  • Whale Watching
  • Fishing
  • Beaches
  • Parkrun - Groeneweide
  • Hiking
  • Horse Riding
  • Wine Route

Find information about things to do in and around Gansbaai, here.

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Accommodation

Accommodation

The Gansbaai Tourism Bureau warmly welcomes visitors, offering information on a diverse range of accommodations to suit all needs and budgets, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for everyone.

Accommodation in Gansbaai and Surrounds

  • Backpackers
  • Caravan and Camping
  • Self-Catering
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Guesthouses
  • Private Homes
  • Country Houses
  • Lodges
  • Hotels
  • Resorts

Find accommodation in and around Gansbaai, here.

Places to Eat

Places to Eat

Gansbaai Bureau connects you with a wide range of dining options, offering everything from fresh seafood and traditional Strandveld cuisine to mouth-watering pizzas and other delicious favourites to satisfy every taste bud.

Places to Eat in Gansbaai and Surrounds

  • Coffee Shops
  • Pub ‘n Grills
  • Restaurants
  • Takeaways

Find places to eat in and around Gansbaai, here.

Local Businesses

Local Businesses

Gansbaai Tourism Bureau connects you with local businesses across a wide range of categories, helping you discover the best services and offerings in the area.

Local Businesses in Gansbaai and Surrounds

  • Agriculture
  • Animals and Pet Care
  • Art and Collectibles
  • Automotive
  • Beauty and Well-Being
  • Building and Construction Businesses
  • Clothing and Accessories
  • Educational Services
  • Financial and Legal Services
  • Food and Beverage
  • Functions and Venues
  • Home and Commercial Security
  • Home and Garden Services
  • Media and Technological Services
  • Medical Services
  • NGOs and Non-Profit Organisations
  • Public Services
  • Real Estate and Rentals
  • Speciality Stores and Services
  • Transport and Courier Services
  • Travel and Tour Guides

Find local businesses in and around Gansbaai, here.

CV Typing Service

CV Typing Service

The Gansbaai Tourism Bureau is dedicated to empowering the local community in Gansbaai and surrounding areas. 

Actively supporting economic development, the bureau’s helpful team offers a CV-typing service, providing residents with valuable assistance to improve employment opportunities.

Visit or call Gansbaai Tourism for more information.

Community Events

Community Events

Gansbaai Tourism Bureau is actively involved in organising events to raise funds, uplift various NPOs and support community-driven initiatives that enhance the well-being and development of the local area.

Community Events

  • Saturday Morning Market
  • Sunset Walks
  • Quarterly Coastal Clean-up
  • Mandela Day Project

Find information about these and other events in and around Gansbaai, here.

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Venue Hire

Venue Hire

Gansbaai Tourism Bureau has a spacious hall available to hire for conferences, seminars, courses, exhibitions, club events, weddings and birthday parties. 

Capacity
  • 70 people
Amenities
  • Display Tables 
  • Chairs
  • Plug points
  • Basic Sound System
  • Kitchenette
  • Hot Water Urn
  • Basic Kitchen Utensils
  • Restrooms
  • Parking
Added Services
  • Catering Recommendations
  • Entertainment Recommendations
Travelwise in Gansbaai

Travelwise in Gansbaai

Gansbaai Tourism Bureau is always on hand to answer questions and share travel-wise information.

Safety

This is about as safe as it gets on our beautiful planet, as such, travellers are advised to exercise the same level of vigilance they would when visiting any other town in the world.

Getting Around Without a Car

While everything you need is just a few steps away in the centre of Gansbaai, if you don’t have a car, you'll need to hire a shuttle service to explore the surrounding areas, particularly the nearby wine estates.

Find information about shuttle services and taxis here.

Responsible Tourism Ethos
  • Remember to Be Environmentally Mindful 
  • Leave Footprints, Not Litter
  • Avoid Using Single-Use Plastic 
  • Recycle Wherever Possible
  • Respect Fynbos Laws
Gansbaai Video

Gansbaai Video

Colourful fishing trawlers, the quaint harbour, rugged coastline, fields of fynbos and the familiar mountain overlooking Gansbaai and its friendly community set the scene for unforgettable memories. 
 
Gansbaai Tourism Bureau invites you to catch a glimpse of this beautiful region, here:

Reviews

Reviews

“The staff at the Gansbaai Tourism Bureau were super helpful and have a real passion for promoting the area.”  Mellenefi Louw
“You can not miss the Information centre next to White Shark Junction Mall, visible from the main road. I was surprised to find so much information. There was quite a lot of memorabilia. Books about the Overberg region, maps past and present, information regarding markets, lots of places to visit, momentous to buy, promotion material on upcoming events, a photo booth in the shape of a boat and much more. It is safe to say that the information centre is a must-visit.”  Ilze
“Gansbaai Tourism Bureau has very friendly and helpful staff, they are the best!”  Linda Kloppers
“I know it's expected that tourism offices offer great customer service, but the team at Gansbaai Tourism Bureau go the extra mile. Glenda is a people person of note and goes out of her way to ensure everyone is happy, clients, guests, tourists, and the community. The office has so much to offer, as do the knowledgeable and very helpful staff.”  Natalie Delport Louw
“Friendly knowledgeable people with a desire to please every visitor!”  Woensdregt Basson

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