Experiences in Eastern Cape

Explore the Wild Coast, Eastern Cape

The rugged coastline and white beaches of the Eastern Cape's Wild Coast are untainted by development. Round thatched huts and free-roaming cattle dot the rolling hills while indigenous forest blankets deep gorges. This is Xhosa country, birthplace of Nelson Mandela, a place of unusual rock formations, shipwrecks and surfing dolphins.

Track wildlife on a game drive in the Eastern Cape

Depart from your lodge in the wee hours or after a delicious afternoon tea lunch with your binoculars and eyes ready to spot the enthralling wildlife in this particular corner of the Eastern Cape. The Big Five are all present across the Eastern Cape's reserves, with elephant in their abundance. There is also a vast variety of plains game including zebra and giraffe, their dazzling patterns standing out against the grasslands.

Go on a guided walking safari in the Eastern Cape

The Eastern Cape's reserves are chock-a-block with critters of the smaller variety. Chuck on your walking boots for a few hours of exploring on foot, with a seasoned guide to share the secrets of the bush with you. Spy on plentiful birdlife chattering from the trees, examine the earthy trails for porcupine quills, honey badger tracks and holes where aardvarks have been scavenging, and spot the shiny shell of a rhino beetle. Adjust your focus to truly appreciate the finer details on this close-up walk through nature. This makes a fantastic post-game drive or pre-lunch activity.

Go on a Schotia Tooth & Claw Safari

Schotia is a private game reserve in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. On safari guests are taken as close as possible to get the best viewing of rhino, hippo, giraffe and the king of the beasts, lion! The Schotia Tooth & Claw Safari is a four hour guided game drive in an open Land Rover with a short refreshments and toilet break at the halfway point. After an amazing experience, where you will view more animals than you thought possible, enjoy a delicious dinner which is prepared over an open fire.

Go giraffe tracking in Bellevue Forest Reserve

The guided walk allows guests to explore the African bushveld, come up close with the remarkable giraffes and soak in the mesmerizing sights and sounds of the wilderness. With an expert FGASA (Field Guides Association of Southern Africa) trained guide, guests are ensured a safe and educational journey through the wilderness, enriching their understanding and appreciation for the wild life and the natural surroundings of the Addo Valley bushveld. This adventure, with its limitation to a small group of participants, promises a more personalized and immersive experience, making it a memorable adventure for those seeking an authentic African safari experience.