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Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, South Africa – South Africa Flag

Current Date And Time In Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

Thursday, 13 August 2026
21:52:27 SAST
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (SAST)
Population: 38,126
District: Eden District Municipality

🗺 Map of Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, South Africa – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Plettenberg Bay, a city in Western Cape, South Africa, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Plettenberg Bay β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Plettenberg Bay.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Africa • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for South Africa operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape

📍 LATITUDE
34.053°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
23.372°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)34.0527° S23.3716° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-34.052723.3716
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)34° 3' 10" S23° 22' 18" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)34° 3.1644' S23° 22.296' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Plettenberg Bay Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:05 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:57 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
10h 51m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:31 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Plettenberg Bay’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Plettenberg Bay’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,791 km
(2,355 mi) • Plettenberg Bay is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,156 km
(1,339 mi) • Plettenberg Bay is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
34.053° N, 156.628° W
The point exactly opposite Plettenberg Bay through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Plettenberg Bay, you'd surface nearest to Kilauea, United States, about 1,344 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Plettenberg Bay

📍 Location Details

CityPlettenberg Bay
StateWestern Cape
CountrySouth Africa
ContinentAfrica
DistrictEden District Municipality
Time Zone+02:00
Founded1779-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population38,126
Elevation77 m / 253 ft
GPS (DD)-34.0527, 23.3716

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Plettenberg Bay

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Western Cape
Parent Country: South Africa

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 38,126
🏆 State Rank: #22 of 148 most populous in Western Cape

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Plettenberg Bay to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Western Cape.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
WittedrifWestern CapeNW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
KranshoekWestern CapeSW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
KurlandWestern CapeNE16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
KnysnaWestern CapeW30 km19 mi~30m🗺 View
HaarlemWestern CapeN36 km22 mi~36m🗺 View
RheenendalWestern CapeW41 km25 mi~41m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Plettenberg Bay to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Cape Town
456 km (284 mi)
W of Plettenberg Bay • ~7h 36m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Pretoria
1,034 km (642 mi)
NE of Plettenberg Bay • ~17h 14m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Western Cape

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Western Cape, the home state of Plettenberg Bay, along with each city's aerial distance from Cape Town, Western Cape's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Cape Town-33.9258° S18.4232° E25 m0 km🗺 View Map
Athlone-33.9672° S18.5021° E15 m9 km🗺 View Map
Paarl-33.7338° S18.9752° E107 m55 km🗺 View Map
Somerset West-34.084° S18.8211° E13 m41 km🗺 View Map
George-33.963° S22.4617° E232 m373 km🗺 View Map
Worcester-33.6465° S19.4485° E234 m100 km🗺 View Map
Stellenbosch-33.9346° S18.8668° E122 m41 km🗺 View Map
Atlantis-33.5667° S18.4834° E178 m40 km🗺 View Map
Mossel Bay-34.1831° S22.1461° E43 m344 km🗺 View Map
Oudtshoorn-33.6005° S22.1996° E319 m351 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
George Airport
IATA: GRJ
92 km (57 mi) from Plettenberg Bay
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🌍 Plettenberg Bay Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Plettenberg Bay Matter

The exact GPS location of Plettenberg Bay gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Western Cape. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Western Cape state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Plettenberg Bay Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Plettenberg Bay are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Plettenberg Bay

The satellite view of Plettenberg Bay lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full South Africa map

🌎 Regional Position of Plettenberg Bay in Western Cape

Plettenberg Bay sits within Western Cape, South Africa, in the Africa region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Plettenberg Bay Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Plettenberg Bay for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Western Cape. › Browse every city in Western Cape

💻 Using Plettenberg Bay Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Plettenberg Bay in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in South Africa. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Plettenberg Bay Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Plettenberg Bay directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Plettenberg Bay. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Western Cape CitiesAccess the full city directory for Western Cape ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Plettenberg Bay Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Plettenberg Bay?

The GPS coordinates of Plettenberg Bay are latitude -34.0527° and longitude 23.3716°. In directional format: 34.0527° S, 23.3716° E. These coordinates mark the center of Plettenberg Bay in Western Cape and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Plettenberg Bay located?

Plettenberg Bay is a city in Western Cape, South Africa, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Eden District Municipality. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Plettenberg Bay?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Plettenberg Bay sits at: Latitude 34° 3' 10" S and Longitude 23° 22' 18" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Plettenberg Bay?

Plettenberg Bay has a population of approximately 38,126 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Western Cape.

🗺 How can I view Plettenberg Bay on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Plettenberg Bay is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -34.0527, 23.3716 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Plettenberg Bay in Western Cape. For broader context, explore the Western Cape state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Plettenberg Bay?

The nearest airport to Plettenberg Bay is George Airport (GRJ), roughly 92 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Plettenberg Bay from Cape Town?

Plettenberg Bay is approximately 456 km (284 mi) from Cape Town, the capital of Western Cape, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Western Cape.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Plettenberg Bay?

Plettenberg Bay sits at an elevation of approximately 77 meters (253 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Western Cape.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Plettenberg Bay?

The closest cities to Plettenberg Bay include Wittedrif, Kranshoek, Kurland. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Plettenberg Bay today?

Today in Plettenberg Bay, sunrise is at 07:05 AM and sunset is at 05:57 PM, giving a day length of 10h 51m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Plettenberg Bay's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Plettenberg Bay from the Equator?

Plettenberg Bay is approximately 3,791 km (2,355 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 2,156 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Plettenberg Bay?

The antipodal point of Plettenberg Bay — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kilauea, United States, roughly 1,344 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Plettenberg Bay from Pretoria, the capital of South Africa?

Plettenberg Bay is approximately 1,034 km (642 mi) NE of Pretoria, the national capital of South Africa, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.