Eastern Cape: Overview and Map | Destinations
Sunshine Coast/Country and Wild Coast
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Tsitsikamma
Place of abundant waters.
The Tsitsikamma National Park, which is Africa's oldest and largest marine reserve, is internationally recognised for its forests which harbour and conserve the giant Outeniqua Yellowwood tree. Scenic hiking trails which includes the world-renowned Otter Trail.
Destinations in the region
- Tsitsikamme Lodge
- Stomersriver Adventures
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Kouga
Place of dreaming.
A large pristine wilderness area. One of the highest concentrations of marine mammals in the world. Our common ancestors emerged here some 120 000 years ago - their rock art stands as testament to this.
Destinations in the region
- The Kouga Cultural Centre - Humasdorp
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Langkloof
The fruit route of the Sunshine Coast.
known as the valley of a thousand vistas, lures the nature lover and eco-tourist with a range of natural attractions. Idyllic hiking trails, including the famous Formosa Peak Trail. Unlimited 4x4 routes, mountain biking, freshwater angling, birdwatching and microplane flights.
Destinations in the region
- Kliphuis Guest House
- Verendal Guest House
- Oudrif Gruit Farm/Peach Cottage Guest House
- The Kraaltjie Guest House and Caravan Park
- Apron Strings Coffee Shop
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Patensie
Gateway to the Baviaanskloof Wilderness.
The Gamtoos Valley-Baviaanskloof area is a treasure chest of scenic views including noteworthy landmarks of a historical nature. Wilderness hiking, San rock paintings, 4X4 routes, mountain biking, birdwatching, freshwater angling, farms tours, nature and game reserves.
Destinations in the region
- Shumba Safaris
- Baviaanskloof Eco Adventures
- Droekloof Bushcamp
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St. Francis Bay
The ultimate sun, sea and surf experience.
Warm summers and mild winters. Excellent golf course, bowling greens, tennis courts, squash courts and hiking trails. Wind surfing, surfing, rubber ducking, rock and surf angling. World renouwned for its wavs and is frequented by top surfers from around the world.
Destinations in the region
- Thatchwood Country Lodge
- Cycads On Sea Guest House
- St. Francis Bay Lodge
- Sandriver Lodge
- Lyngenfjord House
- Kamawaki restaurant and Garden
- Legends Restaurant and Pub
- Cape St. Francis Resort
- Port St. Francis Harbour Resort
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Jeffreys Bay
The home of the perfect wave.
Surfing perfect waves with dolphins, watching whales and their calves playing in the bay, collecting shells, galloping your horse along white beaches.
Destinations in the region
- Diaz 15
- Supertubes Guest House
- La Mer B&B
- Dirkies Dream Luxury Holiday Apartments
- The Breakers
- Kouga Adventures
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Uitenhage/Port Elizabeth
The garden town of the Sunshine Coast.
The hub of one of the most diverse eco-tourism regions in the world.
Destinations in the region
- Umgamanzi Safari's
- Port Elizabeth - Friendliest city on the Sunshine Coast
- Seaview Game and Lion Park
- Greenacres Shopping Centre
- Margate Place Guest House
- Africa Beach B&B
- Summer House B&B
- Wilma's Guest House
- Fifth Avenue Huest House
- Caboose and Train Suites
- La Provence
- Summerstrand Inn Hotel
- Beachwalk B7B
- First Avenue Lodge
- Lange's Guest House
- Jabula Lodge
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Addo
Valley of elephants, citrus and roses.
Evergreen valley, famous Addo elephants, miles of verdant citrus trees.
Destinations in the region
- Addo Elephant National Park
- Fairfield B&B
- Good Hope Country Lodge
- Cosmos Cuisine
- Intaba River Camp
- Zuurberg Mountain Inn
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Paterson
Heart of game reserves.
Heart of the bushveld region, unique to the Eastern Cape. This biome is able to support more animals, birds and insects than any other biome on earth.
Destinations in the region
- Highfields B&B
- Olifantskop Lodge
- Sandflats Hotel/B&B
- Nanaga Farm Stall
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Kenton On Sea
Where the sun spends the winter.
Unspoilt beaches, two spectacular tidal rivers, malaria-free game parks, watersports, fishing, game drives, birdwatching, dolphin/whale watching and renowned arts and crafts. Voted best beach in South Africa 2000.
Destinations in the region
- Woodlands Country Cottages
- Burke's Nest
- The Milking Parlour
- Whitney Lodge
- Woodside B&B
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Port Alfred
A tiny paradise in the heart of the coast.
The 1820 historical settler town. Kowie River famous as a navigable river of infinite beauty surrounded on both sides by nature reserves.
Destinations in the region
- Fish River Sun
- St. Francis Health Centre
- The Halyards
- Butler's Riverside Restaurant
- Protea Hotel Victoria
- Kowie Grand Hotel
- Villa Majestic
- Makalali Guest House
- "The Residency" Guest House
- Coelacanth Breweries
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Bathurst
Home of the worlds biggest pineapple.
Surrounded by pineapple plantations, unique coastal and valley bushveld and malaria-free game parks.
Destinations in the region
- Sunshine Coast Adventures
- Summerhill Estate Hotel
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Grahamstown
Africa's festival capital.
Rich in historical heritage, founded in 1812 as a military outpost.
Destinations in the region
- 137 High Street
- The Monkey Pazzle Restaurant
- Albany Hotel Group
- Settlers Inn
- The Cock House
- Lantern Hill B&B
- Settlers Hill Cottages
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King William's Town
Garrison town to bustling metropole.
Founded in 1826 on the upper reaches of the Buffalo River. Vibrant mixture of history, topography, culture and water sports.
Destinations in the region
- Lindenhof Guest House
- Grosvenor Guest House and Lodge
- Amathole Museum
- Dreamers Guest House
- Hemmingways Guest House
- Doubledrift Game Reserve
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Rhodes
Africa's snow and sun playground.
Established in 1993, Tiffindell Ski and Alpine Resort on the slopes of Ben McDhui peak (3001 metres), is the only ski resort in sub-Saharan Africa.
Destinations in the region
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East London
Heartbeat of Buffalo City.
Favourable climate, warm hospitality and excellent cuisine. Numerous tourist attractions and sound infrastructure offer ample opportunity for recreationl activities.
Destinations in the region
- Chateau Grand Guest House
- Bunkers Inn on the Golf Course
- Chelsea Square
- Kidd's Beach Hotel
- Lagoon Valley Resort
- The Oakhampton
- Selborne B&B
- Quintetta Guest Farm
- Stratfords Guest House
- Blue Lagoon Hotel
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Cintsa
Where the ocean meets the sky.
A piece of unspoilt paradise reachable by road and micro-light aircraft.
Destinations in the region
- Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
- Club Areena River Side Sesort
- SMKV Conference and Self-catering Cottages
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Wild Coast
Unspoilt, unbelievable and unforgettable.
An eco-haven with the feel of a true African coastline, this rocky stretch, where waterfalls tumble into the sea, is the pearl in the crown of the Easter Cape. The birthplace of former President Nelson Mandela.
Destinations in the region
- Nelson Mandela Museum - Umtata
- African Coastal Adventures
- Haga Haga Resort
- Morgan Bay
- Seagulls Beach Hotel
- Trennery's Hotel
- Mazeppa Bay
- Kob Inn
- Country Lodge
- The Ocean View Hotel in Coffee Bay
- Umngazi River
- Lily Lodge
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