Head to Plett for the spectacular Whisky, Whales and Jazz festival from 21-24 September. The jam-packed weekend features a spectacular musical line-up of amazing jazz musicians performing at the hottest venues around town combined with the finest whiskies and spectacular whale sightings. The newly revamped Main Street will be an entertainment hub with tailor-made activities such as late night shopping, street parties and displays guaranteed to pull the crowds. A special kids' programme with entertainment and activities for the younger generation will run for the duration of the festival.

Ocean Blue and Ocean Safaris are offering special whale and dolphin watching rates during this weekend. The first Orca whales were already spotted in the pristine bay in July, so September will be a prime viewing period. Get up close and personal with these huge mammals during a 2-hour ocean safari.

The weekend will culminate in a special Heritage Day beach jazz festival at Central Beach on Sunday, 23 September, from 12h00-17h00. The sizzling hot line-up will include inspirational sounds from some of the country's hottest jazz musicians like MTV award-winners Freshlyground, the Afro-fusion cross-over compositions of the Dino Miranda and his 7-piece band, sexy songbird Lira, the Offshore Jazz Quartet, Ladies in Jazz, Malaika and Selaelo Selota. Pack a picnic basket and enjoy the sensational setting with soothing jazz sounds.

Special festival accommodation packages are available. For more information and bookings, visit www.tourismplettenbergbay.co.za or contact Bitou Tourism on 044 533 4065.