Local Attractions
There are a host of exciting and rewarding places to visit locally, providing a break from the walk and stalk and an alternative to the amenities on the farm for the non hunters amongst your party.
The Addo National Elephant Park and Big Five Game Reserve
The Addo National Elephant Park was established in 1931 to protect the last 11 wild elephants in the area from extermination. Today more than 350 elephants roam through an area that is so diverse that no matter how many times you experience it, its magic will never fail to captivate you. On a good day, Addo Elephant National Park offers the greatest elephant spectacle on earth. The park also offers excellent viewing of black rhino, Cape buffalo and leopard, as well as a host of other large and small mammals and over 400 species of birds in the greater park area.
The Cheetah Ranch
The Cheetah Rearing Ranch provides visitors with a unique opportunity to sit with, stroke and for the very brave be licked by both cubs and fully-grown cheetahs. There is a serious side to the cheetah farm as it actively seeks to re-introduce cheetahs back to the wild.
Tree Top Tours
Enjoy the unequalled experience of traveling 30 meters above the forest floor through the tree top forest canopy gliding along on a steel cable. A view once only seen by the many exotic birds of the indigenous forest. At each platform spend a few minutes relaxing as your guide enthusiastically explains the ecology of the forest around you. Pointing out magnificent giant ferns and the many different exotic trees. About three hours later you emerge from the forest having undertaken a rare journey of a life time. An unusual experience which will never be forgotten!
The Crocodile and Lion Ranch
The ranch offers visitors the chance to learn everything they ever wanted to know about crocodiles and maybe a few things they didn’t. The ranch is staffed by friendly and informative guides and is a must for the animal lover who wants to learn more. Here, you can also see the Tiger, Kalahari Lions and many other species. Children will be entranced by the lion cubs and may even be able to enjoy a “hands on” experience at the discretion of the guides.
Monkeyland
Monkeyland offers you a gentle guided one hour walking safari through the forest conducted by experienced game rangers where you can expect to see many species of monkeys and forest dwelling birds. See a wide variety of primate
species in their natural habitat. You will not only find the tour very interesting and informative, but educational as well. Afterwards enjoy refreshments and light meals on the sun deck of the lodge while the monkeys swing between the trees around you.
Beach Life
The stunning beaches of Port Elizabeth, Jeffreys Bay and Port St. Francis are all within a car ride of one and a half hours. Concessionary rates here, kindly been offered by the Savoy Hotel in Jeffreys Bay.
Shopping
Shopping in South Africa has always been a unique and rewarding experience but with the current rate of exchange it is now an inexpensive one and an opportunity to pick up fabulous bargains. Shop till you drop at a host of individual boutiques and local craft shops or visit one of the shopping malls, Port Elizabeth’s Walmer Shopping Center alone has over 300 shops – great bargains on jewelry, designer clothes and local artists. There are many other local attractions to cater to every taste possible and we will be happy to arrange and/or accompany you on your excursions.
Excursions
The Eastern Cape is well suited to tourists with thousands of day trips which could include Bungy Jumping, Shark Cage
Diving (Great White), Hiking Trails and adventure camps. We will be pleased to discuss any activities and source them during your stay.
Clothing
Whilst here, the weather is always warm, but in the summer months, ie. Dec, Jan, Feb, its very hot. You will need light clothing with a good strong walking boot, swimming togs and plenty of sun cream, thats all. Travel light is our policy. We have plenty of spare coats and jumpers should the rain gods not favor your visit.