Eastern Cape, South Africa
The Eastern Cape starts where the Garden Route ends! This, the birthplace of Nelson Mandela, is now home to some of South Africa’s most famous safari lodges.
Being so far South, the Eastern Cape is a malaria free safari destination.
In the Eastern Cape you will find Shamwari Game Reserve, probably the most famous South African safari lodge. Shamwari is affiliated to the Born Free Foundation, a wildlife charity working protect threatened animal species in the wild. Shamwari is also where numerous wildlife movies have been filmed as it is easy to get very close to the animals and really enjoy them in their natural habitat.
The Eastern Cape will also grab your interest if you enjoy varied architecture and the remains of great battles fought between the early settlers and the local tribes. There are many museums and cultural activities to enjoy in Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown.
The Eastern Cape holds a very special place in the hearts of the Southern Destinations team. Some of us are from the Eastern Cape and all of us love to visit. So contact us for first hand information and personalised itineraries.
X-Factors of Eastern Cape
- The cities of Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown
- The magnificent region of the Wild Coast
- Malaria free game reserves
- History
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Kids on safari
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EASTERN CAPE
Malaria free Eastern Cape is perfect for family holidays. The best kid friendly options are Lalibela and Kariega which have lots of fun activities on offer. |
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