Kenton On Sea, Sunshine Coast
Experience the quiet and tranquillity of the Eastern Cape when you plan your stay in Kenton on Sea, which is home to plenty of family-friendly, budget accommodation, just metres from the beaches. When you think of Kenton on Sea, you invoke a vision of beaches as far as the eye can see, unspoilt by time and consumerism, where two rivers meet and run into the Indian Ocean. Midway between Port Elizabeth and East London, Kenton On Sea is where the sun is rumoured to spend the winter months.
One of the most picturesque resorts in the country, Kenton on Sea lies between the mouths of the rivers Boesmans and Kariega so that it is hedged on three sides by river and sea. The area offers the nature lover and eco-tourist alike a place to relax and unwind in a safe environment. Both tidal rivers have an abundant bird and fish life and are safe for swimming and other water sports. Whales too make this their home and Kenton on Sea has whale families that return every year to visit.
The two rivers are both navigable and a trip upriver promises a rich bird viewing opportunity - including the vivid sunbird and fish eagle. The Kariega beach was voted the best beach in South Africa in 2000 and you would be hard pushed to find such beauty and serenity elsewhere. There are undulating sand dunes, fascinating rock formations and rock pools to delight the child in everyone.
Nearest places to visit include Grahamstown, famous for its National Arts Festival - the largest of its kind and second only to the Edinburgh Festival - and Bathurst, a small farming village which has become a haven for local artists. Here you can buy their crafts and art or attend the annual ‘oxbraai' - an all day event. Other local activities include: all types of water sports, hiking trails, mountain biking, township tours, horse back beach trails and deep sea fishing.
Travellers' Reviews
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Kenton on Sea was a stopover on on trip from PE to Durban, but we wished we could stay longer. It was a sleepy little town with great beach views.
Brian (Welkom)
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Kenton on Sea is such a gorgeous little seaside village. It is quiet and small, and the homes and people are unassuming. We have never been so relaxed as our week in Kenton and can't wait to come back.
Liz and Calvin (Dublin)
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Bushys Oak
Bushys Oak offers accommodation in a tranquil setting on a large park area in Boesmansriviermond. Bushmans is a tranquil quiet little village sit...
Kariega River Lodge
River Lodge at Kariega Game Reserve is one-of-a-kind. Ten spacious, air conditioned and tastefully appointed thatched suites offer even the most ...
Kariega Main Lodge
A malaria-free, Big-5 family owned and operated private Game Reserve comprising nearly 10,000 hectares of pristine wilderness that spans across 5...
Driftwood Villa
Driftwood is a luxury modern holiday home in Kenton-on-Sea just a mere 300 metre stroll from the beach. The house sleeps ten guests four bedrooms...
Sibuya Game Reserve
Sibuya is a magnificent malaria-free game reserve spanning the meandering Kariega River. A small number of luxury en-suite tents, professional gu...
Woodlands Cottages
Woodlands Cottages are situated high on the banks of the Bushman's River and is a birder's paradise with a wide variety of species spotted daily,...
Kariega Ukhozi Lodge
Ukhozi Lodge in the Kariega Game Reserve captures the romance and intimacy of Africa. Nestled in the bush you will discover 10 superbly appointe...
Indigo Apartment
Indigo Apartment is a relaxing and luxurious Mediterranean inspired apartment that is just a few minutes' walk from the Kenton on Sea beaches. Th...
Ocean Breeze
This beautifully decorated and well equipped modern beach house in Kenton on Sea offers family friendly accommodation in idyllic, treed setting j...
The Homestead at Kariega
Located in the makaria-free Kariega Game Reserve, The Homestead is a private lodge which offers its' guests all the comfort, convenience and luxu...
The Milking Parlour Cottage
The Milking Parlour Cottage is a converted milking shed built originally in the 1970's to milk cows. Situated on a working pineapple and beef far...
The Oyster Box Beach House
Come and unwind in a holiday villa decorated with attention to detail, yet laid back and stylish. Spoil yourself with exclusivity and privacy by ...
The Quarter Deck
The Quarter Deck offers accommodation in Kenton on Sea in close proximity to the two main beaches, great for an enjoyable leisurely walk or even ...
Beach House at Kenton On Sea
Beach House is designed to optimise the spectacular views of the ocean, Bushmans River and long stretches of pristine beaches. These panoramic vi...
The Oyster Shack
Stylish, luxurious, attention to detail, awesome surroundings, family friendly ... yet laid back! Located in the sunny Eastern Cape of South Afri...
The Boat Shed
The Boat Shed is a modern beach house in Kenton on Sea just a 5 minute walk away from some of the best things to do in Kenton on Sea. The house s...
Settlers Drift Lodge
Located in a remote and untouched part of the Kariega wilderness, Settlers Drift Lodge offers a unique tented safari combined with 5-star luxury....
The House Quarters
The House Quarters offers comfortable accommodation in a number of units in Kenton on Sea. All units have a kitchenette, a TV with DStv and Wi-Fi...
Inverell Station
This beautifully decorated and well equipped modern beach house offers family friendly accommodation in an idyllic, treed setting just minutes aw...
Things to do in the area
Day Trip in Sibuya Game Reserve
Sibuya Game Reserve offers daily trips onto the reserve hosted by a professional guide. A leisurely cruise up the Kariega River is followed by a ...
Sandbar Floating Restaurant
The tranquillity and beauty of the Bushman's River Mouth is unspoilt by any fast-paced city vibe. In fact, this part of the town of Kenton-on-Sea...
Whale Watching In Bluewater Bay
Between July and December of every year, the Eastern Cape coastline is frequented by Southern Right Whales and Humpback Whales. These animals gli...
Kariega Beach
Kariega Beach is a secluded treasure on the Eastern Cape coastline. It is part of the quaint little seaside resort of Kenton-on-Sea, which is on ...
Middle Beach
Situated in Kenton-on Sea on the Sunshine Coast lies Middle Beach, an unspoilt beach with soft sand and lovely warm water. When it is low enough ...
The House Kitchen And Cellar
Come and experience the House Kitchen and Cellar where exceptional coffee and phenomenal food is exactly what you can expect.Come in for a tradit...
Boknes Beach
Boknesstrand, or Boknes Beach, lies tagged on to the end of Cannon Rocks like a gentle comma marking the space between two thoughts - in this cas...
Assegaai Trails
Start: the parking area under trees at the office, off the R343 between Grahamstown and Kenton-on-SeaFinish: either of two camp sitesDuration: 3...
Noteworthy attractions
Eastern Cape Beaches
The Eastern Cape in South Africa boasts some of the world's best beaches and 800 km of unspoilt picturesque coastlines where blue oceans tumble o...
Fish River Country Club
With breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean from several of its holes, the Fish River Sun Country Club offers golfers a parkland type challenge a...
Royal Port Alfred Golf Club
Situated at Port Alfred, which is on the coast more or less halfway between Port Elizabeth and East London, the club was granted its 'Royal' pref...
St Francis Bay Golf Club
St Francis Bay Golf Club is situated in the village of St Francis Bay on the warm Indian Ocean coastline of the Eastern Cape in South Africa. The...
St Francis Links
The layout of the St Francis Links Course combines every element of shot making with its undulating terrain, greens and surrounds as well as its ...
Wedgewood Country Club
At Wedgewood Country Club, 18-holes of lush, tree-lined parkland course is at your disposal. Enormous blue gum trees along undulating fairways, w...
Sibuya Game Reserve
Sibuya Game Reserve covers more than 2000 hectares and incorporates the unique East Cape Valley Bushveld, Grasslands and Coastal Forests. Antelop...
Woody Cape Nature Reserve
The conservation area extends over about 25 000 ha of lightly undulating to flat terrain and incorporates the Alexandria coastal dune fields (kno...
East London Museum
The East London Museum has the world's only dodo egg, a large natural science collection, collections ranging from the prehistoric times of South...
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