If you are one for taking the timeout and admiring nature and all its beauty then you will appreciate a trip to Eastern Cape. Boasting natural wonders, gorgeous scenery, charming villages and towns, wildlife and pristine coastline that hugs the Indian Ocean, this coastal region is a delight to explore.
If you are feeling a little adventurous then you need to check out Port St Johns lesser-known beach, also dubbed the ‘deadliest beach in the world’ for its high incidence of shark attacks, Second Beach. Set amidst the tranquil setting of the rainforest, this beach offers soft sand and spectacular views.
If you are looking for scenic views, Camdeboo National Park does not disappoint. With incredible and impressively named places such as the Valley of Desolation and the Cathedral of Mountains for you to check out, you really don’t want to pass up on the opportunity of visiting Camdeboo National Park.
Besides the landscapes and scenic views, you can also enjoy some activities such as mountain biking, hiking, and maybe take up windsurfing and canoeing at Nqweba Dam.
For more relaxed activities, you can check out birdwatching or game viewing.
Tucked away high up in the Amathole Mountains with lush green forests all around it, lies Hogsback.
Snaking through the surrounding forests and mountains, you will find a myriad of beautiful hiking trails and paths which will take you past shimmering waterfalls and viewpoints that will give you fantastic panoramas of the Amathole Mountains. Definitely worth checking out.
Coffee Bay is a wonderful place boasting dramatic landscapes of lovely, sandy beaches that are beautifully framed by the rolling verdant hills that lie behind them.
Go hiking and take in the picturesque views, enjoy a surfing session in the sea’s ample swells or simply relax on the beach and refresh your tan.
Schotia Game Reserve is a great place to head to if you want to go on a safari and get up close and personal with lions, rhinos, elephants, and more.
This private game reserve offers breathtaking landscapes and expansive African skies that look down on the sun-kissed savanna.
This national park encompasses scenic coastlines, lush forests and sparkling rivers winding down to the sea. Explore the great outdoors with some hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, and mountain biking. In addition to hiking along lovely paths, you might catch a glimpse of dolphins, porpoise and whales playing offshore. With all these amazing offerings, Tsitsikamma National Park is not to be missed.
Cintsa village lies at the mouth of the Cintsa River and is the perfect place to head to if you want to escape the city for a quiet weekend away.
Offering a lovely, sandy beach running along the coast, which is bordered by lush forests and peaceful rambling hills, the village is set in a beautiful location with lagoons and rivers nearby.
Cintsa also offers lots of fun outdoor activities for you to enjoy such as horse riding along the beach, canoeing and fishing in the gushing rivers or you can simply lounge around on the beach and take in the unspoiled scenery.
One of the oldest towns in the country, Graaff-Reinet is a showcase of an illustrious history, with lots of interesting national monuments and cultural landmarks for you to check out.
Surrounded by the beautiful Camdeboo National Park, Graaff-Reinet is bordered by majestic mountains, with lots of farmsteads and game farms scattered around town.
If you are looking for a quiet getaway, then this small town offers the perfect mix of culture, history, and nature, the town has something for everyone to enjoy.
If you are looking for dramatic settings for your Instagram pictures, with plunging gorges, impenetrable forests, and towering mountains surround the town, Port St Johns is a must-visit.
This is the third-largest national park in the country and it’s a fantastic place to spot the majestic elephants up close in their natural habitat.
Host to over 600 elephants, alongside lions, buffalo, leopards and more, the park also offers overnight camping and hiking or mountain biking through the glorious Zuurberg Mountains, or stroll along the sandy dunes that lie in its coastal regions. Addo Elephant National Park is certainly the crown jewel of what the Eastern Cape has to offer.
For some time out in the wild admiring wildlife, laying on the beach, taking up hiking, being adventurous and many more exhilarating outdoor activities, the Eastern Cape sure has plenty to offer. So pack your bags, road trip it of fly in for an awesome time at this coastal spot.
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