Corona Open J-Bay 2023, the best right-hand point break in the world Jeffreys Bay 2023 is the ninth stop on the Men’s Surfing Championship Tour 2022. Jeffreys Bay (J Bay), South Africa, has the dubious distinction of being the site where Mick Fanning was attacked by a Great White Shark during the final in 2015. […]
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Corona Open J-Bay 2023, the best right-hand point break in the world
Jeffreys Bay 2023 is the ninth stop on the Men’s Surfing Championship Tour 2022. Jeffreys Bay (J Bay), South Africa, has the dubious distinction of being the site where Mick Fanning was attacked by a Great White Shark during the final in 2015. The incident landed on the front pages of websites and newspapers around the world.
Toothy friends aside, J Bay is considered the best right-hand point break on the planet—period. Kelly Slater lists it as one of his favorite waves in the world. Thanks to its multitude of moods it has a lot to offer.
As far as where you’ll be staying, the J-Bay area’s grown up considerably the last few years and there are number of hotels that offer bookings, but the bread and butter the tourism business there is still with vacation home rentals. If you’re thinking about heading down to check out the contest, just remember to bring a thick wetsuit and some warm clothes as July on the southern tip of Africa can be a bit chilly.
How to get to Jeffreys Bay
By air – The closest international airport is Cape Town International Airport approximately 650km away. The nearest domestic airport is Port Elizabeth Airport, 75 km’s away.
By car – take the N2 west from Port Elizabeth or from the Garden route take the N2 East.
Public Transport – take the BazBus from Cape Town or intercity buses.
Things to do in J Bay
When the swell’s pumping and the winds are whipping offshore it’s an impressive sight to see, but there’s other stuff to check out to.
A number of nearby animal sanctuaries offer guests the chance to experience a slice of the African safari life.
If you’re just can’t get sharks off your mind, there are a handful of shark cage diving operations that’ll take you out and throw you in the water with some really, really big fish.
Where to stay in J Bay
There are loads of guest houses, lodges and apartments in Jeffreys Bay. Head to the map below for the best accommodation deals or check out best places to stay in J Bay.
J Bay Open 2023 Dates
Jeffreys Bay 2023 will be held from July 13-22, 2023.
Check out the next events on the WSL 2023 Championship Tour:
Tahiti Pro 2023 on August 11-20
Rip Curl WSL Finals on September 7-15
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Feature image: Jeremy Flores tunnel time at J-Bay dream at J-Bay Open. Photo by Pierre Tostee
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