City: Eastern Cape
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The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Eastern Cape, South Africa
The Eastern Cape is a province of South Africa. Its capital is Bhisho, but its two largest cities are Port Elizabeth and East London. It was formed in 1994 out of the Xhosa homelands of Transkei and Ciskei, together with the eastern portion of the Cape Province. Landing place and home of the 1820 settlers, the central and eastern part of the province is the traditional home of the Xhosa people.
Restaurants in Eastern Cape
1. Raggy Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 736 reviews
Raggy Charters has won more national marine tourism awards for the best marine visitor experience than any other operator in South Africa. We have the latest and most spacious catamaran operating along the coast. We are the oldest privately funded marine conservation project in Africa.
2. Schotia Safaris Private Game Reserve
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5.0 based on 370 reviews
Reviewed By TheWarrens123 - County Durham, United Kingdom
Took the afternoon and evening option worked really well for us Carl our guide picked us up from Port Elizabeth promptly, we saw so much on our visit due to Carls knowledge, experience and great timing him having all the expertise neded to allow our short tour to be full, informative and funny, great dinner after the afternoon drive, camp fire drinks and food a treat, thanks so much for making our brief visit so great.
3. Shamwari Private Game Reserve
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5.0 based on 434 reviews
Please visit the official Shamwari Game Reserve Lodges page on TripAdvisor for more info, images, video & slideshow. Search "Shamwari Game Reserve lodges".Shamwari is the best private game reserve situated in the malaria free Eastern Cape,South Africa.This privately owned 25 000 hectares of prime natural terrain has received numerous international awards.Shamwari is an exploration of nature with close encounters of free roaming wildlife and the coveted big five with a choice of unique luxury lodges, an exclusive private villa and the adventurous Explorer Camp.Luxury accommodation is offered in 7 different game lodges at Shamwari Game Reserve, all of which are 5 Star graded. Choose a game lodge that perfectly compliments your ideal African experience
Reviewed By laurdan - London, United Kingdom
Hey guys you stole a part of my heart that will stay with you forever! From the moment we drove onto Shamwari land I was in heaven I couldn't believe after all the years waiting that I was going on Safari and would enter what to me is sacred land "Born Free Foundation" We stayed at Bayethe lodge and loved every minute of it, the sounds in the morning were amazing of the animals waking up and we would stand on our terrace to breathe in the bush and just look out at the reserve and say hello to the little monkeys that would stop by on the off chance of something to eat. The food is amazing from breakfast to dinner and nothing is too much trouble, the staff really looked after us and treated us like royalty. They always greeted us with a smile. Our spa treatments were relaxing and listening to the animals outside at the same time was just perfect. Our ranger was JB who was so much fun and made the four day trip so enjoyable sharing his experiences and knowledge with us, we adopted him as our South African son and we were so sad to leave him when our time came to go. He really enjoys his work and I can honestly say he loves driving that jeep! He made sure we saw so much on Safari, all of the big 5 and more. We had cocktails in the bush one afternoon and then a picnic another day and the most fabulous coffee and hot chocolate one cold morning. Many thanks for all of the little special surprises JB x On our last day we went to the Born Free Foundation within Shamwari, which is a bitter sweet experience.....but not to be missed. I loved everything about my trip to Shamwari and it will stay in my heart forever. I often think of them all there and hope one day I can return xx
4. Tsitsikamma Adventure Land
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5.0 based on 46 reviews
Tsitsikamma Adventure Land offers the most exciting adventure activity and the only coastal and forest quad bike tour in Tsitsikamma. We give our guests an experience well worth coming back for; by treating our guests as friends, making them feel safe and at home while enjoying the best forest and ocean views the Tsitsikamma has to offer. From start to finish, the tour is filled with energy, fun and sights that are so beautiful you just want to stop and take it all in. The 16km route incorporates technical sections but is enjoyable and manageable for the newbie’s, moderate to experienced rider. Your adventure begins with us.
5. Mountain Zebra National Park
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4.5 based on 372 reviews
Reviewed By elsebev - Johannesburg, South Africa
Mountain Zebra National Park is a real gem! It is one of the quieter reserves in South Africa and very different to the Kruger Park in that it has a hilly terrain. There are other animals here, not only Zebra. We saw five lions and lots og other buck and smaller animals. The Zebras here are very different to those in the Kruger Park. The Chalets are superior - clean and well designed, with a patio to sit and relax. If you can book Chalet 18 or 19, the patio is right on the border of the camp and you can sit and watch the animals whilst relaxing with a drink. It is very hot is summer but the winter months are quite mild. Ther is also a swimming pool with a magnificent setting - like swimming in the middle of nature! Restaurant was not open for breakfast - only opens later. The shop is very basic, so make sure you bring as much as you will need in the line of food and drink.
6. Daniell Cheetah Project
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4.5 based on 255 reviews
Daniell Cheetah Project offers you the unique opportunity to experience cheetahs from several age groups up close while they are relaxing, playing or being fed.
Reviewed By pendred9 - Norwich, United Kingdom
What a great job this place is doing, very informative predator tour with passionate guides....but then to take Zintle for a walk, what an experience!! She is a beautiful animal, not many people can say they have stoked a Cheetah, listened to her purr and then been licked. Just hope they continue to succeed with their program to stabilise the Cheetah population. Thoroughly recommended, you can get souvenirs and have a bite and drink as well.
7. Kragga Kamma Game Park
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4.5 based on 702 reviews
Lush coastal forest and grassland is home to vast herds of African game, including White Rhino, Buffalo, Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra, Nyala, Bontebok, Lechwe and many more species. All the animals roam freely, unrestricted in natural surroundings. This owner operated animal friendly park, where no hunting or other disturbance of the game is permitted, means that you always get close up views and great photo opportunities. Take a drive in your own vehicle through the park on the well-maintained roads and enjoy viewing the game in any weather conditions from the comfort of your car. For those really close encounters, choose the 2 hour guided tour in an open Landrover with a professional guide providing you with interesting information on the animals and the historical background to the area.
Reviewed By mrtoerien - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Recent I spent two nights at this amazing venue,with two friends,to celebrate a special birthday and a reunion of our hitch-hiking experience in Europe in the 70's. One friend travelled from Jbg; the other from East London.We checked into the fully-equipped Giraffe Cottage, after waiting for ten minutes, while one of eight giraffes blocked the road, as it browsed lazily from the bushes. What a welcome! The facilities in the spotlessly -clean cottage are amazing. With very comfortable accommodation, beautiful views and every conceivable piece of kitchen equipment one would need,it was home from home! The park itself is beautifully maintained. Pleasantly rugged, well-marked roads, litter-free foliage, ample water-holes and plentiful game, make a visit to the Kragga Kamma reserve an amazing experience. Having had close encounters with all the various species, we were left with only the rhinos to track down on our last morning. No need! Right there, on the grass, outside our chalet, five spectacular rhino CAME TO VISIT US!! What a treat! We enjoyed a braai in the convenient barbecue area, had a hearty breakfast in the restaurant and made some excellent purchases in the gift shop. All in all, an unforgettable visit.
8. Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve
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4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By CaroW45
I was pleasantly surprised by the beauty of the flowers in the reserve. The Proteas were magnificent
9. Cape Recife Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By Y9488JPeds
Pop down here after you've been to the penguin rescue centre. It's a lovely walk around the lighthouse and along the beach.
10. Untouched Adventures
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4.5 based on 1,304 reviews
Experience the best Tsitsikamma has to offer on one of our exciting adventures! Hire snorkel gear or come on a guided Scuba Dive in Marine Protected Tsitiskamma National Park to meet an abundance of our local marine life! Join us on a Kayak and Lilo trip that will be remembered! Kayak across the ocean and kayak up the pristine Storms River Mouth, underneath the famous Storms River Suspension Bridge, passing the bats cave, paddling your kayak through beautiful narrow sections and explore further into this magnificent river, laying on top of inflatable Lilo's as you wade deeper into the gorge to discover a truly spectacular and untouched adventure in Tsitsikamma! Don't know what a Lilo is? Well, then you HAVE TO come on one of our Kayak and Lilo trips to discover the spectacular scenes and experience our new adventure - Lilo-ing!
