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THE WILD COAST
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The Wild Coast, Eastern Cape:
Further north, along the Eastern
Cape's east coast, is the largely untamed and extravagantly beautiful Wild Coast - the
ultimate holiday destination. Craggy, rocky and untamed, the Wild Coast is the pearl in
the crown of the Eastern Cape with
countless natural attractions and a rich cultural heritage. Kilometre after kilometre of
unspoiled coastline, forest and open spaces where you can enjoy sandy beaches, fishing,
horse riding, birding, hiking, famous shipwrecks and strandloper caves.
Explore the traditions and customs of the local Xhosa people, visit the birthplace of Nelson Mandela and
learn about the astonishingly uplifting life of the man who lead South Africa into her modern
democracy at Umtata’s Nelson Mandela Museum. |
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WILD COAST DESTINATIONS
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  Port St Johns: Port St Johns
is a small coastal town known as the Jewel of the Wild Coast. The town is situated next to
the Umzimvubu River which has carved its way through the ancient rocks leaving two
towering 300 meter ramparts on either side. The river was deep enough in 1905 to be
considered ... more about Port St
Johns Info |
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BISHO |
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 Bisho: Bisho is capital
of the Eastern Cape
and the former Ciskei has been reincorporated into the new South Africa. Bisho is the Xhosa
word for Buffalo and is named after the river that runs through the city. It lies just 3km
east of King William’s Town and has some of the most spectacular views of ..... more
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BUTTERWORTH |
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 Butterworth: Butterworth is
one of the oldest towns in the Wild Coast, situated just north of the Great Kei River.
Originally established as a Wesleyan mission in 1827, these missionaries had great
fortitude as during the wars between settlers and tribes, they rebuilt their mission three
times after it was ... more » about Butterworth |
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CINTSA / CHINTSA |
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 Cintsa: The quaint
little seaside village of Cintsa, or Chintsa, lies just 45 kilometres north east of East
London. It is often mistakenly regarded as part of the Wild Coast, and though it lies
very close to it, manages to fall just outside. Nonetheless, this part of the coast is
reminiscent of all things ... more » about Cintsa Info |
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COFFEE BAY |
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 Coffee Bay: Coffee Bay
is easily accessible from the N2 and is popular among surfers, anglers and shell
collectors. The lagoon offers safe bathing. Southward, the massive outcrop of rock rising
from the sea known as "The Hole in
the Wall" is a prominent landmark. Waves continuously..... more » about Coffee Bay |
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GONUBIE |
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 Gonubie: The little
beachside village of Gonubie, considered fondly by East Londoners as theirs, lies on the
beautiful estuary of the Gonubie River just eight kilometres outside of East London,
perfectly placed to act as a stopover en route to Cape Town or as a base to explore
neighbouring towns of ... more » about Gonubie Info |
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HAGA HAGA |
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 Haga Haga: There is
something of the magical to this part of the world - lush green hills intermingled with
forested and deeply carved river valleys that roll down breathtakingly precipitous cliffs
onto long, white beaches and secluded bays. Haga Haga nestles at the mouth of the river of
the same name ... more » about Haga Haga |
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KEI MOUTH |
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 Kei Mouth: Safe and
sandy beaches contribute to making Kei Mouth a popular holiday destination, with beaches
and surf conditions to suit everyone. Wacky Point on the right of the main beach is ideal
for surfers. For hikers the "Strandloper Trail" is a coastal hiking trail
leading from Kei Mouth up to East
London ... more » Kei Mouth |
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 King Williams Town: Considered one of the
most interesting towns to visit in the region, along with Grahamstown, King William’s
Town began its life on the banks of the Buffalo River as a mission station in 1834. About
50km west of East London, King William's Town is renowned for its beautiful
...more » King Williams Town info |
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MAZEPPA BAY |
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 Mazeppa Bay: Mazeppa
Bay is one of the most beautiful area of the Wild Coast and is well known for its
excellent fishing. In Mazeppa Bay you will find some of the best beaches on this
coastline, the most popular being First Beach from where you can walk over a 100m high
suspension .... more » about Mazeppa Bay |
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MTHATHA
(previously known as Umtata) |
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 Mthatha: Umtata,
gateway to the Wild Coast beaches and resorts, was the capital of the former independent
Transkei, from 1976 to 1994. Umtata was founded in 1867 on the Umtata River and has many
old and imposing buildings, like the City Hall built in 1908. The town received municipal
status in 1882. ... more » about Mthatha |
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 Port Edward: Port Edward
boasts flawless and peaceful beaches that are protected for swimmers. Silver Beach is one
such beach and is also a popular fishing destination. Fishing is one of the most popular
sports in Port Edward. The gullies, rocks, surf, river and lagoon all offer a wealth of
fun with ... more » Port Edward Info |
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QUNU |
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 Qunu: Just south of
Mthatha (Umtata) in the Eastern
Cape, the rolling green hills of a cluster of villages known as Qunu have recently
been added to the map in South Africa
because of their association with Madiba. Qunu is the village where Nelson Mandela spent
his childhood and it is close to Mthatha, where ..... more » about Qunu |
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WILD COAST ATTRACTIONS
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HOLE IN THE WALL |
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 Hole In The Wall: Just
south of Coffee Bay is a prominent rock formation with a big hole in the centre. This
distinctive site has become a symbol for the Xhosa in remembrance of a great historical
tragedy - the "Great Cattle Killing". The unique structure with a huge detached
cliff that has a giant .... more » about Hole in the
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NELSON MANDELA BAY MUSEUM |
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 Nelson Mandela Museum: His
primary school consisted of two rondavels and a hut in Qunu in the former Transkei. The
museum displays gifts he has received, as he insists on receiving every offering on behalf
of the people of South Africa. A
boxing glove signed by Muhammed Ali ... more about the Nelson Mandela Museum |
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WILD COAST GOLF CLUB |
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 A memorable golf course situated on the
magnificent Wild Coast. World-renowned golf course architect, Robert Trent Jones, has used
the dramatic coastal setting to maximum effect, designing an interesting and challenging
course with some unforgettable features. Since it was opened in ... » Wild Coast Sun Golf
Club |
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