20 Things To Do in Eastern Cape Highlands

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Nature Reserves

Game Drive in J.A.K. Strydom Reserve

Overnight? Stay in Aliwal North
The JAK Strydom Nature Reserve is situated ten kilometers downstream from Aliwal North on the banks of the Orange River. This malaria-free private Game Reserve ...

Fishing

Fly-Fishing for Wild Trout

Overnight? Stay in Barkly East / Rhodes
The Barkly East and Rhodes area of the Southern Drakensberg is world famous for its fly-fishing with over 200kms of Mountain Rivers filled all year around with wild ...

Sports & Leisure / Water Sports

River Rafting on the Kraai

Overnight? Stay in Barkly East / Rhodes
Due to Covid-19, this operator is not currently operating. In the summer the rivers around Barkly East and Rhodes flow well and the water is warm - perfect for ...

Birding / Sight Seeing

Birding in Wild Mountain Country

Overnight? Stay in Barky East
The Barkly East and Rhodes area of the Southern Drakensberg has prolific birdlife with over 230 species recorded. Wild Mountain Adventures can help you discover our ...

Sports & Leisure / Cycling

MTB Trails in Wild Mountain Country

Overnight? Stay in Barkly East
Mountain bike tracks abound in the Barkly East and Rhodes farming districts and we are developing trails for all abilities and levels of fitness. Our trails offer ...

Extreme Sports / 4x4 Trails / Sports & Leisure

4x4 and Quad Trails in Wild Mountain Country

Overnight? Stay in Barkly East
The Barkly East and Rhodes area is ideal for the 4x4 and bike enthusiast. Steep mountain tracks (up to 2750m) and challenging river crossings test your technical ...

Extreme Sports / Sports & Leisure

Quad-bike and Scrambler trails

Overnight? Stay in Barkly East
Bring your own bikes for rides of a lifetime - The spectacular mountainous terrain of the Southern Drakensberg is the perfect setting for awesome guided trails that ...

Extreme Sports / 4x4 Trails / Sports & Leisure

4x4 Trails in Eastern Cape Highlands

Overnight? Stay in Rhodes
A spectacular drive from Telle Bridge through to Lundeans Nek on good gravel road brings you to Reedsdell. Trails are guided by Chris, ranging from easy to very ...

Birding / Hiking Trails / Sight Seeing

Birding, Botany & Nature Walks

Overnight? Stay in Rhodes
Take in the lovely sight of the Lammergeier or Black Eagle, stop to watch the Jackal Buzzard looking for prey or admire the elegance of the Crested Crane in the ...

Cafés & Eateries

The Stables Tea Garden

Overnight? Stay in Aliwal North
A converted horse stable is the place where you will find the best breakfast this side of the Orange River. This lovely Coffee Shop is managed by Izelle Troskie ...

Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking

Hiking Ben Macdhui

Overnight? Stay in Rhodes
Ben Macdhui is the highest peak that is situated entirely in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, at an impressive 3 001 metres, or 9 846 feet, in height. It ...

Fishing

Flyfishing in Rhodes

Overnight? Stay in Rhodes
Day permits for access to beats on more than 200km of running water in the Rhodes area can be obtained from the Wild Trout Association office at Walkerbouts Inn in ...

Museums

Aliwal North Museum

Overnight? Stay in Aliwal North
Aliwal North is situated in the Eastern Cape Provinc along the Orange River on an old strategic ford, now upgraded to a pontoon, used by the Voortrekkers and ...

Museums

Barkly East Museum

Overnight? Stay in Barkly East
Barkly East Museum offers fascinating displays telling a story about the history of Barkly East, how it originated and artifacts and items found in the area giving ...

Hiking Trails

Witteberg Skywalk

Overnight? Stay in Lady Grey
Start: Lady Grey Finish: Rhodes Duration: anything from 7 to 10 days Fitness: it's tough, you'll need to be fit Our tip: going during winter means cold days, ...

Eastern Cape Highlands as a destination

If you are considering visiting the Eastern Cape Highlands region or have already booked your Eastern Cape Highlands accommodation, then you are probably keen to see what activities are available and what there is to do in the area. Explore our growing selection of Things to Do in Eastern Cape Highlands, or view the events that are taking place in the Eastern Cape during your stay, or suggest an activity if you come across something we've missed.

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Aliwal North, Barkly East, Lady Grey, Maclear, Rhodes, Tiffindell, Venterstad

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