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EASTERN CAPE ATTRACTIONS
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| The second largest of South Africa’s
nine provinces, the diverse Eastern Cape is situated between the Western Cape and KwaZulu Natal, and
bordered by the Orange River and Drakensberg
Mountains. The Eastern Cape is an interesting place to visit. Some of the country's
most powerful political figures, like Steve Biko and Nelson Mandela,
were born here and the capital city, Port
Elizabeth, was a crucial center of the anti-apartheid movement. A number of very good tour operators offer excellent
township tours that provide an insight into Port Elizabeth's role in South African
history, as well as an introduction into traditional Xhosa rites and
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EASTERN CAPE DESTINATIONS
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  Port Elizabeth:
Port Elizabeth is fondly referred to as "The Friendly City". The city
offers a diverse selection of attractions as a family-fun vacation destination including
eco-attractions, scenic nature trails, wildlife and cultural experiences, as well as 40 km
of breathtaking coastline and beaches ... Port
Elizabeth Info »
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 East London: South
Africa's only river port city is set on the broad Buffalo River and one of the most
attractive stretches of the Eastern Cape seaboard. East
London's sweeping white beaches extend for miles, unpolluted, uncrowded, unspoilt.
Swimming, sailing, water-skiing, boardsailing and boating ... East London Info »
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 The Sunshine Coast:
The Sunshine Coast incorporates more then a million hectares of malaria free game reserve.
Stretching from Port Elizabeth in the west to East London in the east, it boasts hundreds
of kilometres of shining beaches, visit St
Francis Bay, Port Alfred and the popular Kenton On
sea .... Sunshine
Coast »
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 Wild Coast: An
Almost untouched paradise, An environmental haven with the feel of the 'true' African
coastline, the Wild Coast is an almost unbelievable experience. Craggy, rocky and untamed,
the Wild Coast is the pearl in the crown of the Eastern Cape with attractions and a rich
... Wild Coast Attractions »
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 The Karoo
Heartland: As an enviro-tourism destination, the Karoo is
unsurpassed, with scenery that changes from dramatic, rugged mountains to arid, open
plains. Malaria free game viewing, hunting, bird-watching, imposing historical buildings,
mountaineering, mysterious rock art and ancient .... Karoo Heartland
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 Frontier Country:
The only place in Africa where one can view the big five in an environment free
of malaria, bilharzia and other tropical diseases and in their natural habitat. The area
has nearly a million hectares devoted to game, from the world famous Addo Elephant Park in
the west to the ... Frontier Country »
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 Greater Addo: Greater Addo is far more than
just elephants. The Sundays River Valley, which nestles in the crook formed by the Addo
Elephant National Park as it skirts the edge of the valley, is one of South Africa’s
major citrus producers. Millions of oranges find their way around the world from ... Greater Addo
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 Amatola Region: The Amatolas stretch into the
hinterland just north of Grahamstown and west of
Stutterheim, their slopes covered in dense natural forests of white stinkwoods,
yellowwoods, Cape chestnuts, and a myriad other indigenous trees. Some of the peaks are
decked with snow in winter and reach ... Amatola Region »
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 Tsitsikamma: The
only place in Africa where one can view the big five in an environment free of malaria,
bilharzia and other tropical diseases and in their natural habitat. The area has nearly a
million hectares devoted to game, from the world famous Addo Elephant Park in the west to
the magnificent ... Tsitsikamma
Region »
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 Northern Ukhahlamba: Northern Ukhahlamba
district, dominated by the mighty Drakensberg Mountains, is bordered by Lesotho to the
north-east and by Limpopo
to the north-west and forms a border with the Free State. The district is dominated by the
Drakensberg Mountains. The highlights of the region ... Northern Ukhahlamba »
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 Baviaanskloof: There is a gorge that lies
in the valley, stretching for over 100 kilometres, between the Baviaanskloof Mountains to
the north and the Kouga mountains to the south. Recently awarded World Heritage Site
status this 192 000 hectare u-shaped reserve lies about 120 kilometres west of ...more » Baviaanskloof
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 The Nelson Mandela
Museum: His primary school consisted of two rondavels and a hut in Qunu, a tiny
rural village south of Umtata. 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 ... Nelson Mandela Museum »
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 Addo Elephant Park:
The Addo Elephant National Park was established in 1931 to protect the last 11
wild elephants from extermination. Today more than 350 elephants roam through this
area. Addo Elephant National Park offers the greatest elephant spectacle on earth.
Excellent viewing of ... Addo Elephant Park »
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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 opening ... Hole In The Wall »
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Tsitsikamma:
Starting from just beyond Keurboomstrand in the west, this narrow coastal belt extends
80km along one of the most beautiful sections of the southern Cape coastline, and includes
a marine reserve that stretches 5.5km out to sea. The craggy, lichen-flecked ... Tsitsikamma
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 National Arts Festival: Africa's largest and most colorful
cultural event offers a choice of the very best of both indigenous and imported talent.
Every year for 11 days (end June to July) Grahamstown's population almost doubles, as over
50 000 people flock to the city for a feast of arts, crafts and ... Grahamstown
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 Shamwari Game Reserve: Shamwari Game Reserve is the Southernmost, Big Game, private
reserve in Africa - Malaraia Free. This ultimate African adventure stretches along the
Bushman's river, halfway between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown, and forms a natural
extension to the ... Shamwari
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 Lalibela Game Reserve: Lalibela Game Reserves location in the Eastern Cape means it is
not only malaria free, but spans 5 eco systems, resulting in a diversity of plants,
animals and birds. With the release of the African lion into the reserve, Lalibela offers
the ultimate Big 5 game viewing ... Lalibela Game Reserve » |
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 Seaviw Lion Park: The Seaview Lion Park in Port Elizabeth has
made, playing with lion cubs of varying ages, an experience open to the public. Located
just 25km’s from the city’s center, the Seaview Lion Park provides what is
likely a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Depending on the age of the cubs ... Seaviw Lion Park »
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 Eastern Cape Beaches: The Eastern Cape boasts some of the
world’s best beaches and 800 km of unspoilt coastline where blue oceans tumble onto
quiet beaches. The Eastern Cape coastline is a mecca to all water sports enthusiasts and
has a popular and thriving surfing culture ... Eastern Cape
Beaches »
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 Eastern Cape 4x4 Trails: The Eastern Cape is a diverse area with a
number of excellent 4x4 trails to suit all skill levels. There are many open and
undiscovered terrain's of beaches, lands and rivers. There are only a few 4x4 trails in
the Eastern Cape, but these trails boast magnificent views and ... Eastern Cape 4x4
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 Eastern Cape Hiking Trails: The Eastern Cape boasts some of the
most popular hiking trails in South Africa and takes you through a wide variety of
magnificent terrain. The Tsitsikamma coast in South Africa is exquisitely beautiful,
boasting gorgeous terrain and the most popular hiking trails through ... Eastern Cape
Hiking Trails » |
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