SUNSHINE COAST
HERE THE ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK STRETCHES FROM THE KAROO REGION NORTH OF THEZUURBERG MOUNTAIN RANGE TO THE COAST AND ISLANDS OF ALGOA BAY. THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BIOLOGICALLY DIVERSE AREAS IN THE WORLD, WITH 5 OF THE COUNTRY’S 7 BIOMES. IT HAS ONE OF THE MOST DENSELY POPULATED ELEPHANT HERDS IN THE WORLD AND IS HOME TO THE LOCALLY ENDEMIC FLIGHTLESS DUNG BEETLE.
SUNSHINE COAST +27 (0) 46 625 1235• www.tourismgrading.co.za
EXPERIENCE 61 SIBUYA GAME RESERVE
WILDLIFE
Sibuya offers a variety of day trips hosted by a professional guide. A leisurely cruise up the Kariega River followed by a 3hr game drive and a delicious cold buffet lunch on the banks of the river. A full day option with a cruise, two game drives and lunch; a cruise up the river followed by lunch in one of the camps. A slow cruise back to Kenton-on-Sea.
EXPERIENCE 62 BEACH HORSE RIDING AT PORT ALFRED OR KENTON-ON-SEA
NATURE
Three Sisters Horse Trails – 15km outside of Port Alfred on the R72. Adventurous horse riding and hiking trails down steep dunes onto secluded beaches, and through dune forests with stunning views out to sea. Beachcombers Horse Trails – riding along golden beaches, exploring the many coves, dune fields and rivers along the way. Wildlife Safari – experience the thrill of galloping alongside herds of eland, giraffe and zebra!
083 281 3322 I www.beachcomberhorsetrails.co.za I 082 645 6345 I 3sistershorsetrails@gmail.com I www.threesistershorsetrails.co.za
EXPERIENCE 63 GOLFING – TWO ICONIC GOLF COURSES
SPORT
The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club’s undulated course snakes its way through thickets of pristine coastal forest and over hilly dunes in true links tradition. Panoramic views from many of the fairways. Resident wildlife includes bushbuck, springbok, impala, blesbok, fallow deer, duiker, giant tortoises and abundant birdlife. The magnificent Gary Player championship 18-hole golf course at Fish River Golf Resort incorporates bent grass greens and unique challenges presented by the natural landscape.
Royal Port Alfred Golf Course: 046 624 4796 I www.rpagc.co.za I Fish River Resort: 040 676 1101 I www.mantiscollection.com/fish-river-resort-opens
EXPERIENCE 64 OCEANA WILDLIFE SAFARI
DAY TRIP I KENTON-ON-SEA
Boutique hotel and spa experience in a wildlife reserve overlooking the Indian Ocean. Visit for a day and enjoy a superb meal and game drive, or stay overnight and enjoy this exquisite environment.
EXPERIENCE 65 DEEP SEA FISHING
MARINE I WATER
Experienced skippers take you out on equipped boats leaving from the Royal Port Alfred Small Boat Harbour. Game and bottom fishing trips, sightseeing, or special packages. A cost effective fishing charter for novices and experienced anglers.
046 624 2306 I 082 818 8995 I kowiemarine@telkomsa.net I www.falucia3charters.co.za
EXPERIENCE 66 BIRDING ON THE SUNSHINE COAST
NATURE
The forests of Alexandria through to the Great Fish River, and inland to Bathurst are biodiversity rich, with 5 of the 7 biomes found. Coastal areas, estuaries and wetlands provide a feeding ground for waders, whilst rivers, riverine and coastal bush support many species. Over 400 bird species.
072 314 0069 I timwcroft@gmail.com I 083 719 4950 I 046 675 1976 I anne@annesbirding.co.za
EXPERIENCE 67 SHIPWRECK HIKING & CANOE TRAIL
WATER I NATURE
The Kleinemonde West River Canoe Trail is situated 15km from Port Alfred. Experience the beauty of the river and magnificent bird and wildlife while you paddle in comfortable canoes to Lily Pad overnight hut – an easy ±8km paddle followed by a ±3km hike with your backpacks to ‘Lily Pad’ overnight hut – rustic but comfortable.
046 675 1321 I adrift@mweb.co.za I www.shipwreckhiking.co.za
EXPERIENCE 68 PRISTINE BEACH EXPERIENCE
FAMILY
The Sunshine Coast stretches from iconic Woody Cape in the west to the Great Fish River in the east. Over 100km of pristine and unspoilt coastline featuring majestic dunes, coves, rocky bays, stretches of golden sand, 10 rivers, ideal for water sports, paddling, canoeing, or just relaxing.
Sunshine Coast Tourism 046 624 1235 I tourism@sunshinecoasttourism.co.za I www.sunshinecoasttourism.co.za
EXPERIENCE 69 5 MUSEUMS HISTORICAL TOUR
HISTORY I CULTURE
The Sunshine Coast has a rich tapestry of history expanding to the 100-year Frontier War, 1820 settlers and modern political struggles. Visit the 5 museums of the Sunshine Coast for a unique experience.
046 624 1235 (Sunshine Coast Tourism) I www.sunshinecoasttourism.co.za
EXPERIENCE 70 SURF LIKE A PRO
WATER I SPORT
Shaka surf school and surf camp is based in Port Alfred but operates in Kenton during holiday seasons. The forest surf camp boasts an upcycled treehouse – hired as a private unit or a dormitory that can sleep 6. The surf camp is on the edge of an ancient dune forest and boasts its own hiking trail and half pipe skateboard ramp. Surfing road trips.
082 335 4764 I david@livewirenews.co.za I www.sunshinecoasttourism.co.za/listing/shaka-surf-school
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