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Explore the UNESCO-nominated dune field in the Southern Hemisphere
Tourists can visit the world’s largest shifting dune field in the Southern Hemisphere, which is currently nominated for inclusion as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This natural wonder is part of the Coastal Route and offers unique opportunities for sand dune exploration and photography.
Sand dune enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to the world’s largest shifting dune field in the Southern Hemisphere, nominated for a listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Eastern Cape, Nelson Mandela Bay
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Experience the world’s highest commercial bungy jump in Tsitsikamma
Visitors can participate in bungy jumping at the world’s highest commercial bungy jump located in the Tsitsikamma area, part of the Coastal Route. This extreme adventure activity is one of the highlights of the region's outdoor experiences.
as well as the discovery of the Xhosa culture and ancient rock art. Sand dune enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to the world’s largest shifting dune field in the Southern Hemisphere, nominated for a listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Grahamstown is the country’s festival capital and home to more than 70 heritage sites. Experience the Xhosa cultural hub in the Wild Coast area, and surrounding game reserves found along the coast and inland. Surfing enthusiasts will enjoy the biggest right hand surf break in Jeffreys Bay, while Port Elizabeth is a water-sport paradise offering visitors a wide
Explore the Amatola Mountains
The Amatola Mountains are part of the Coastal Route and offer scenic landscapes, hiking trails, and opportunities for bird watching and camping. They are ideal for nature lovers seeking peaceful and remote outdoor experiences.
The Coastal Route begins at the Tsitsikamma area and runs along the Sunshine Coast, including the Addo Elephant National Park, Amatola Mountains and the unspoilt beaches of the Wild Coast.
Visit Port Elizabeth – the water-sport capital of South Africa
Port Elizabeth offers a wide range of coastal and marine recreational experiences, including boat cruises, diving, fishing, jet skiing, kayaking, sailing, and surfing. It has six blue flag beaches and is ideal for water sport lovers.
As the water sport capital of South Africa, Port Elizabeth also boasts six blue flag beaches.
Enjoy surfing at Jeffreys Bay’s biggest right-hand surf break
Surfers can experience the biggest right-hand surf break in Jeffreys Bay, a key attraction along the Coastal Route. The area is known for excellent wave conditions and is popular among local and international surfers.
Surfing enthusiasts will enjoy the biggest right hand surf break in Jeffreys Bay, while Port Elizabeth is a water-sport paradise offering visitors a wide range of coastal and marine recreational experiences.
Visit the Coastal Route
The Coastal Route offers a diverse range of experiences across nature, culture, adventure, and lifestyle. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, bungy jumping, surfing, diving, water sports, cultural tours, and exploring heritage sites. The route spans from Tsitsikamma to the Sunshine Coast and includes attractions like Addo Elephant National Park, Amatola Mountains, the Wild Coast, Jeffreys Bay, and Port Elizabeth. It is accessible via airports in Port Elizabeth and East London and suitable for both self-drive and group tourism.
Covering the entire length of the Eastern Cape region stretching across a number of districts, the Coastal Route is renowned for its great beaches, malaria-free parks and reserves, diverse wildlife and proud heritage and culture.
Discover Xhosa culture in the Wild Coast area
Visitors can explore the Xhosa cultural hub located in the Wild Coast region of the Coastal Route. This includes cultural tours, traditional performances, and insights into indigenous heritage and customs.
Experience the Xhosa cultural hub in the Wild Coast area, and surrounding game reserves found along the coast and inland.
Tour the heritage sites in Grahamstown
Grahamstown, known as the country’s festival capital, hosts over 70 heritage sites. Visitors can explore historical buildings, museums, libraries, and performing arts venues as part of their cultural journey.
Grahamstown is the country’s festival capital and home to more than 70 heritage sites.
