Mgwalana, Sunshine Coast
Mgwalana River Mouth is situated about 48 kilometres from Port Alfred; a small (but growing) coastal town on the Eastern Cape coastline that has always boasted fabulous surfing waves. Mgwalana River Mouth is a large beach that is secluded from the hustle and bustle of the town centre, while still being within close proximity of everyday conveniences.
The Mgwalana River is favoured by those with little boats or canoes, who want to while away the hot summer days on the tranquillity of the water. The many different bird species that have made the area around the river their habitat can be enjoyed from the boat or from the banks of the river.
The beach at the mouth of the Mgwalana River is quiet and ideal for families with children, or groups of friends that want to soak up the sunshine and fresh air while playing Frisbee, sunbathing or swimming. Other nearby beaches include Mtati River Mouth, Mpekweni River Mouth and Keiskamma River Mouth. In addition, the East London Airport is only a little more than 74 kilometres away from the beach. Port Elizabeth, in Nelson Mandela Bay, is about 90 minutes' drive away and continues to be one of the most popular tourist cities in the Eastern Cape.
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Frank Road At The Beach
Frank Road is a delightful holiday home in the heart of St Francis Bay, just moments from the main swimming beach and all the village’s best spot...
Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise presents a well-appointed self-catering apartment located in the coastal town of Jeffreys Bay, renowned for its relaxed atmosphe...
The Historic Pig and Whistle Inn
This National Monument is situated in the quaint little English style village of Bathurst in the heart of settler country in the Eastern Cape, So...
Royal St Andrews Hotel
The Royal St Andrews Hotel offers accommodation that is ideal for a business stay-over or luxury break-away destination. Our Luxury Wing rooms ar...
Naguiltjie at Bergrivier Eco Retreat
Naguiltjie is a rustic Holiday Home in Thornhill which is fully equipped for self catering and has spectacular views over the hills and valleys. ...
Milkwood 116
Milkwood 116 has three bedrooms. Sliding doors lead onto a balcony with outdoor furniture and sea views. The first bedroom is furnished with a Ki...
Milkwood 315
Milkwood 315 Holiday Apartment in J-Bay has two bedrooms furnished with double beds and one bedroom with twin beds. There is an en-suite bathroom...
Island Vibe Jeffrey's Bay
Overnight in the most incredible location in Jeffreys Bay. Island Vibe is perched on a sand dune overlooking the Indian Ocean. Many mornings you ...
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...

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...

East London Beaches
Think warm Indian Ocean waters and sub-tropical weather that allow visitors to enjoy the climate all year round - East London basks gloriously be...
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