The need to create a surf museum in Jeffreys Bay was for many reasons. Essentially, Jeffreys Bay is one of the top ten surfing destinations in the world, so to have a surf museum in this typically surf driven town was always a must. The world renowned "Super Tubes", a famous point break right-hander is the pinnacle of Jeffreys Bay and the destination that every young surfer throughout the world aspires to one day being able to ride. It is the perfect wave surrounded by dolphins and the occasional whale. Nature at her best...

Jeffreys Bay has always been associated with its beautiful & rich variety of shells. The Shell Museum of Jeffreys Bay has become world renowned & is visited by shell fanatics from all over. Here in serene ambience, housed in glass cases like preciuos jewels, are a variety of shells from all over the world. See the legendary cowry, the rare paper nautilus, tiny baby jam tarts, & a new species of cone. The Shell Museum is open Monday to Saturdays from 09h00 to 16h00 & Sundays between 09h00 & 13h00. Local shells & shell craft can be purchased just outside the museum from the shell shops & stalls.