Things to Do in Eastern Cape in 2026

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Things to do

Plettenberg Bay: Guided Sea Kayak Tour

￥3,938

per adult

Jeffreys Bay: Learn to Surf Group Lesson

￥4,873

per adult

Storms River: Tsitsikamma National Park Zipline Canopy Tour

￥8,812

per adult

Explore Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary Ticket Tour

￥2,954

per adult

Plettenberg Bay: Canyoning Trip

￥8,221

per adult

Sandboarding in Jeffreys Bay, South Africa

￥3,692

per adult

Wild Cat Experience Tour

￥4,381

per adult

Sandboarding Jeffreys Bay

￥3,692

per adult

Most Exciting Adventurous Activities and the Only Quadbike Tours in Tsitsikamma

￥8,270

per adult

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Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River

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Private Traditional Cuisine in the Emerald Vale Brewery

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Port Elizabeth: River Cruise on the Sundays River

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Port Elizabeth: Nightlife Tour with Dinner and Transport

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Addo Elephant National Park

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Spot majestic South African animals, including one of the world’s largest populations of African elephants, at this sprawling wildlife reserve on the Eastern Cape.

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Where to stay in Eastern Cape

Find the best Eastern Cape areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Eastern Cape

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Summerstrand

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Summerstrand. A stop by The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World or Hobie Beach might round out your trip.

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Port Elizabeth Central

If you're spending some time in Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth City Hall and Market Square are top sights worth seeing.

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Walmer

While Walmer might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port Elizabeth Golf Club and Walmer Park Shopping Centre.