While not as well known as the neighbouring Western Cape, it's contribution to South Africa's heritage is enormous. It was here that Nelson Mandela was born and in 2000, a museum was opened to coincide with the 10th anniversary from his release from prison. The museum is found at Qunu along the N2, south of Umtata.
The Eastern Cape is also rich in natural beauty too with a warm coastline attracting surfers, spectacular inland scenery of rolling farmlands and secret valleys not to mention the Wild Coast. It is considered to be one of the world's most luscious strips of coastal forest.
The province's most westerly coastline accommodates the tail end of the world famous Garden Route, making it a simple decision to carry on north-eastwards along the African coastline, towards the Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape is a superb game viewing place with three malaria-free national parks, the Addo Elephant, Mountain Zebra and the Tsitsikamma National Park. Shamwari, in between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown, was the initial private conservation initiative in the Eastern Cape. It has been a great success, both in terms of ecological integrity and as an awesome holiday location, giving an ultra luxurious gambling or wildlife experience.
Port Elizabeth is the biggest city in the Eastern Cape and among South Africa's best kept secrets. As well as being a fantastic base for day outings, PE (as it is known) has a broad range of seashores and some exceptional golf courses. Within the city limits are beautiful walks, several great mountain bike trails, good surfing and sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, and fantastic diving.
You have almost certainly heard of the "Big Five" however the Eastern Cape is home to the "Big Seven". Along with the conventional "Big Five" (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino), you may also discover the Great White Shark and the Southern Right Whale.
The Eastern Cape is also rich in natural beauty too with a warm coastline attracting surfers, spectacular inland scenery of rolling farmlands and secret valleys not to mention the Wild Coast. It is considered to be one of the world's most luscious strips of coastal forest.
The province's most westerly coastline accommodates the tail end of the world famous Garden Route, making it a simple decision to carry on north-eastwards along the African coastline, towards the Eastern Cape.
The Eastern Cape is a superb game viewing place with three malaria-free national parks, the Addo Elephant, Mountain Zebra and the Tsitsikamma National Park. Shamwari, in between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown, was the initial private conservation initiative in the Eastern Cape. It has been a great success, both in terms of ecological integrity and as an awesome holiday location, giving an ultra luxurious gambling or wildlife experience.
Port Elizabeth is the biggest city in the Eastern Cape and among South Africa's best kept secrets. As well as being a fantastic base for day outings, PE (as it is known) has a broad range of seashores and some exceptional golf courses. Within the city limits are beautiful walks, several great mountain bike trails, good surfing and sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, and fantastic diving.
You have almost certainly heard of the "Big Five" however the Eastern Cape is home to the "Big Seven". Along with the conventional "Big Five" (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino), you may also discover the Great White Shark and the Southern Right Whale.
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Even though it doesn't receive as much press as other parts of South Africa, the Eastern Cape is a fantastic place to visit.
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