Currency
South African Rand (ZAR)
Language
English, Afrikaans, Xhosa
Time Zone
SAST (UTC+2)
Best Time to Visit
Jan–Apr
Typical Duration
53-61 nights
Price Range
$2,430–$68,500 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
Yes
Gateway to South Africa's Garden Route and a departure point for Antarctic and South Atlantic expeditions with luxury cruise lines.
Cruises that visit Mossel Bay
- cruises to Mossel Bay
- Mossel Bay sailings
- Mossel Bay cruises
- 14-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 25-night Seabourn cruise
- 45-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 53-night Seabourn cruise
- 55-night Seabourn cruise
- 63-night Seabourn cruise
- 82-night Seabourn cruise
- 120-night Seabourn cruise
- 128-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 132-night Silversea cruise
Build Your Day in Mossel Bay
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Getting around:
Delfinos Seaside Restaurant
Awesome food n great service ..a must try if you in mossel bay
Open
Langeberg Mall
... nice and clean mall, restrooms are clean and lots of shops to shop.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Heiderand Mall - Mossel Bay
Nice layout, all the shops are well stocked and friendly service all around.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Hartenbos Seefront
Great selection of shops and restaurants, some with great sea-views.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
The Sea Gypsy Cafe
Stunnig views, great food and ffiendly service a must go to in Mosselbay
Open
Kaai 4 Braai Restaurant
You sit with your feet in the sand overlooking Mossel Bay.
Open
Hennie's Mossel Bay
Service, staff and food best in Mosselbay
Closed
Garden Route Casino
Lots of activities, great food, superb.
Open · Closes 1 AM
Cafe Gannet
Best Restaurant in Mossel Bay!!Great Service!!Great food
Open
Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex
Our family visit to the Mossel Bay Museum was delightful and informative.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Cape St Blaize Lighthouse Complex
Some of the best views available to see in Mossel Bay, the coffee was good.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
The Blue Shed Coffee Roastery
Friendly staff nice coffee and food Relaxing view
Closed · Opens 6:30 AM Mon
Salt & Copper
It's food is high quality and priced reasonably.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Kingfisher Restaurant
Food is divine and with sea view what more can you ask?
Open · Closes 10 PM
Bayside Centre
It has essential stores and decent food options, plus easy parking.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
De Vette Mossel Grootbrak | Beach Seafood Restaurant Experience
Eat all you can, 5 course meal views on the beach with a fantastic vibe
Closed
Hartenbos Beach
Great sea view and swimming beach.
Mossel Bay Zipline
Mossel Bay Zipline is awesome it stretches 1.1Km over the ocean.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
The Goods Shed
Great selection of stores and a wonderful play area for the kids
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Big Daddy's Restaurant
Good tasting food in generous portions at very affordable prices.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Baruch's Coffee Roastery
Place has so much creativity and the quality of coffee and meals were great.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Game Mossel Bay
Friendly helpful staff and a great variety of goods.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Anchor Viking Restaurant & Fresh Fish
Great service, fantastic atmosphere and best fresh seafood in Mosselbay!
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Santos Beach Mosselbay
Very safe and arguable the most beautiful beach in Mosselbay.
Big Blu Restaurant
Lovely view, waiters are friendly and the food is great.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Pavilion Restaurant / Jackal on the Beach
Best view in Mosselbay, beach sand on your feet, the meal was delicious!!!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Carola Ann's
Some of the best food and service we have had in Mosselbay.
Closed
Diaz Beach
Beautiful, clean beach, restaurants and play areas.
Point of Human Origins
Even the kids enjoyed the 2 hour tour of the caves.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Woolworths Mossel Bay Mall
Small, restrictive selection of clothes & food but convenient.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Diaz Water Park
Great waterslides and fun for the whole family.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Powervan Mosselbay (previously Diaz Express)
Little bumpy 😆, but awesome thing to do when you are on Mosselbay.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
2nd Beach Danabay
You can't swim there and the waves are good
Open
Patricks Restaurant & Pub
Cold beer, friendly service, cool music, pool and gambling venue...
Open · Closes 9 PM
1st Beach
Quiet, no swim beach.
Open
Fork and Train Restaurant
Great Food, Amazing Sea Views, Quick and efficient Waiters.
Open · Closes 10 PM
The Merchant Coffee (Town)
Awesome affordable breakfast with great coffee & friendly service.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Mon
Oyster Bar
The best and only oyster shot in Mossel bay and never disappoints us!
Open · Closes 9 PM
Mozambik Mossel Bay
Good waiters..good vibe..excellent food..one of the best spots in mosselbay
Open
Mossel Bay Boat Adventures
We had the best whale siting here with Mossel Bay Boat Adventure.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Romonza Boat Trips / Waterfront Charters Mossel Bay
Worth the R450 per person to experience Mossel Bay.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
St Blaize Hiking Trail
Amazing views, a must visit if you in Mossel Bay.
Open 24 hours
The Shark Lab - Mini Aquarium
Interesting the little they have Was a fun experience
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Bahia Bleu - Diaz Hotel Restaurant
The food was delicious and the presentation was stunning.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Zeppelins
Authentic look and feel, incredible fair food and drink prices.
Open · Closes 2 AM
Hartenbos Lagoon
Lovely place for swimming and having a picnic 👍
Open
Coffee @ Work
Their coffee is amazing and they have the best, freshest panini's in town.
Closed · Opens 7 AM Mon
Pinnacle Point Restaurant
Outdoor seating·Great cocktails·Kids' menu
Open · Closes 9 PM
The Marbled Wagyu Mossel Bay
Probably the best restaurant in Mossel Bay, great food and service.
Open
Vista Do Mar
Good food, good company, excellent host, unbelievable view.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Mon
Bakgat Langarm en Dans
Stunning place for a relaxed game of pool and drinks, lots of people dancing
Open · Closes 12 AM
Cape Saint Blaize Restaurant - Mossel Bay Lighthouse
Amazing views, amazing coffee and amazing cake.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
Blaize & Barrel
Great service good atmosphere and cold beers.
Open · Closes 10 PM
The Beach Bar
Good service, amazing view and good food, and afcorse very good cocktails
Open 24 hours
Object Cafe
Friendly service, great coffee, and cake selection
Closed · Opens 7 AM Mon
The Hussar Grill Mossel Bay
Madagascan pepper fillet steak was probably the best steak I've ever had.
Open
Coins Park
Love the shop that sells Ostrich meat and dried ostrich biltong sticks.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Blue Oyster Cocktail Bar
Open · Closes 10 PM
The 19th pub
Knocked some balls and beer back here, friendly atmosphere and service.
Open · Closes 6 AM Mon
Royal Blue Lounge Cafe
Hidden gem in Mossel Bay 👏🏼 Fantastic atmosphere , food and art .
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Oysterbay Beach
One of the most special beaches ever!
Market Cafe
Great views, awesome coffee, and the food hits the spot.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Mossel Bay Tourism
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Die Kuiergat
Pool Beer pong Darts Quiz nights Bingo nights Karaoke nights and more !
Open · Closes 1 AM
Diasstrand
Clean beach, great views and has Life Guards.
Dragon Dune Sandboarding
It is really worth it and I would highly recommend this activity.
Die Poort - A tidal pool
When you go to the time when the sea comes in, you can swim and dive!
Open
Bean Blessed Coffee
Great coffee, great eats, great service
Closed · Opens 7:15 AM Mon
Love Cross Viewpoint
Awesome view of Mossel Bay from above.
Open 24 hours
The Cliffside Restaurant
Outdoor seating·Great cocktails
Koala Shopping Mossel Bay
Masses of products at great prices.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
Seal Island
Open 24 hours
Cape St Blaize Cave
You can enter the cave and the view of ocean from the cave is stunning.
Open 24 hours
Sky Lounge
No delivery
Open · Closes 12 AM
VODA Lounge
Great atmosphere
Open · Closes 2 AM
Ronin Erasmus Beach
Nice sandy beach.
Boulevard Place
A awesome strip mall with handy mixed shopping.
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Mon
Pansy Beach
Located close to Diaz beach.
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay serves as a port of call for some of the world's most distinguished cruise lines, including Seabourn, Silversea, Norwegian Cruise Line, and PONANT EXPLORATIONS. With four major operators offering 11 upcoming cruises, this South African port attracts travelers on extended voyages, particularly those embarking on epic 53-night journeys to destinations like Cape Town, the Antarctic Experience, Buenos Aires, and Walvis Bay. The port sees its busiest season from December through April, making it a popular stop during the Southern Hemisphere summer.
During your time in port, you'll discover a charming coastal town with a rich maritime heritage and access to some of South Africa's most compelling natural attractions. Whether you're interested in exploring local history, enjoying fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants, or venturing into the surrounding Garden Route region, Mossel Bay offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure for cruise passengers seeking authentic South African experiences.
During your time in port, you'll discover a charming coastal town with a rich maritime heritage and access to some of South Africa's most compelling natural attractions. Whether you're interested in exploring local history, enjoying fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants, or venturing into the surrounding Garden Route region, Mossel Bay offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure for cruise passengers seeking authentic South African experiences.
Cruise Lines at Mossel Bay
- Seabourn (7 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (4 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (2 cruises)
- Silversea (2 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Mossel Bay
Cruises Visiting Mossel Bay
Ship Schedule at Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay Location
Other Cruise Ports in South Africa
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mossel Bay?
Mossel Bay is an official port in South Africa (Unlocode ZAMZY), located at -34.1747, 22.0834.
Where is Mossel Bay located?
It sits on the coast of the Western Cape, near Mossel Bay town in South Africa.
What can you do in Mossel Bay?
Enjoy beaches, maritime views, whale watching, and historic sites around the harbor.
What is the Unlocode for Mossel Bay?
ZAMZY.