Back at work and already dreaming of your next Plett Getaway? You're not alone! With a little planning, you can stretch your leave days further and enjoy more Plett Getaways in 2025. Here's how to make the most of South Africa's public holidays.
Here are the 2025 public holidays:
- Human Rights Day: Friday, March 21st
- Good Friday: Friday, April 18th
- Family Day: Monday, April 21st
- Freedom Day: Sunday, April 27th and Monday, April 28th
- Worker's Day: Thursday, May 1st
- Youth Day: Monday, June 16th
- National Women's Day: Saturday, August 9th
- Heritage Day: Wednesday, September 24th
- Day of Reconciliation: Tuesday, December 16th
- Christmas Day: Thursday, December 25th (long weekend)
- Day of Goodwill: Friday, December 26th (long weekend)
Here's how to maximize your leave:
- Human Rights Day (March 21st): Take one day of leave (Monday, March 24th) for a four-day weekend. Soak up the last days of Summer in Plett with pleasant weather and stunning scenery.
- Easter (April 18th-27th): Use four days of leave (April 22nd-25th) for an 11-day break. Coinciding with the Plett Polo over Easter Weekend, this is the perfect time for a luxurious Plett Getaway during the shoulder season.
- Youth Day (June 16th): Take three days of leave (June 12th, 13th, and 17th) for a six-day getaway. Experience the Plett Ocean Festival (July 4-13) a bit early, with whale watching season in full swing during the Plett Winter.
- Heritage Day (September 24th): Use five days of leave (September 17th-23rd) for an eight-day vacation. Immerse yourself in the Plett Arts Festival (October 3-12) during the vibrant Plett Spring.
- Year-End Holidays (December 25th-26th): Take seven days of leave (December 15th-24th) for a 16-day break. Celebrate the festive season with a Plett Getaway, enjoying the Dr. Evil Classic three-stage race (December 11-13) and the summer vibes of the Plett Summer.
By strategically planning your leave around these public holidays, you can maximize your time off and enjoy more Plett Getaways in 2025.
And if that's not enough to plan your year around your Plett Getaways, Plett offers:
- 6 top-notch Blue Flag beaches
- Award-winning wineries & restaurants
- Hiking trails galore
- Mountains, forests, rivers & lagoons
- Glorious natural beauty
Book your perfect Plett Getaway today!
