Van Stadens Places of Interest (original) (raw)
Attractions IN Van Stadens
Nature Reserves
Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve
This beautiful flower reserve lies just off the N2, roughly 35 kilometres west of Port Elizabeth. It might be smallish (600 hectares) but locals vote it one of the best spots to see flowering proteas in season, as well as other indigenous fynbos. You can ...
Attractions AROUND Van Stadens
Beaches
Eastern Cape Beaches
The Eastern Cape in South Africa boasts some of the world�s best beaches and 800 km of unspoilt picturesque coastlines where blue oceans tumble onto quiet beaches. The Eastern Cape coastline is a mecca to all water sports enthusiasts and has a popular ...
Nature Reserves
Island Nature Reserve
The Island Nature Reserve boasts dense indigenous Alexandria coastal forest, through which there are a number of pathways and trails along which to walk. These are safe and easy to manage, even for little ones. The Bushbuck Hiking Trail is a 16 ...
Beaches
Port Elizabeth Beaches
What makes the beaches of Port Elizabeth so gorgeous is that the water is warm, thanks to its being from the Indian Ocean, and most of the beaches are safe for swimming. On average, the water in the bay is between 18 and 21 degrees Celsius in summer and ...
Airports / Landmarks
Port Elizabeth International Airport
While the official name of this airport in Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha is The Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, it is probably best known as the Port Elizabeth Airport. It�s ideally situated just a few minutes� drive from the beach, city centre, ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Seaview Lion Park
As you drive through the Seaview Predator Park with an amazing 360 degree view of the Indian Ocean you will see the free roaming Giraffe, Zebras and various large and small buck. You will be able to stop and read the notice boards giving some facts of ...
... and a little further afield
Museums / Entertainment
Bayworld Museum Complex
The Main Museum of Bayworld blends cultural and natural history. Embark on an exciting journey through time and through the fascinating world around us. Marvel at the diversity of museum displays, from prehistoric dinosaurs to ethnic beadwork as well as ...
Marine Protected Areas
Bird Island Marine Protected Area
Bird Island Marine Protected Area lies just off the coast of Port Elizabeth. It is a group of islands (Bird Island, Stag Island, Seal Island and Black Rocks) that are home to more than a few red-data listed seabirds, whilst the reefs around the ...
Entertainment / Landmarks
Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment Complex
A feature of Port Elizabeth�s beachfront in Summerstrand is the Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment Complex. This complex is a veritable hotspot for shopaholics, hungry patrons, young ones, parents, and those hoping to cash in on their luck at the casino ...
Nature Reserves
Cape Recife Nature Reserve
Cape Recife Nature Reserve is one of the best bird-watching locations in Port Elizabeth. The Cape Recife Nature Reserve offers beautiful beach, natural dune vegetation of fynbos, rocky outcrops, view birdlife from bird hide, small animals (look out for ...
Landmarks / National Monuments
Cora Terrace
Port Elizabeth's most famous terraced houses are the row of double-storey examples in Donkin Street, built between 1860 and 1880. They've been photographed from all possible angles, and given a couple of coats of paint ...
Landmarks / National Monuments
Donkin Heritage Trail
The Donkin Heritage Trail is named after the Acting Governor of the Cape Colony at the time, Sir Rufane Donkin. South Africans are well acquainted with the history of the 4000 British settlers who arrived by ship and visitors can walk in their footsteps ...
Heritage Routes / Landmarks
Donkin Street Houses
Just over the road from the Donkin Reserve is Donkin Road. It's a hill that runs down towards the harbour and at its crest lie a series of Victorian terraced houses that have become famous. The houses, built ...
Memorials
Fort Frederick
Like many national monuments, Fort Frederick first appears as little more than a few brick walls, albeit old walls that seem to hold little significance or attraction for visitors. It is only in learning the history behind a building that it takes on a ...
Nature Reserves
Groendal Wilderness Area
The 30 000 hectare Groendal Wilderness Area protects the water catchment area of the Swartkops River (KwaZungha River), with the Groendal Dam in its centre. Lying within the Groot Winterhoek Mountain range, this wilderness area has rugged terrain incised ...
Golf Courses
Humewood Golf Club
One of South Africa�s top-rated golf clubs, Humewood is a true Links course which has hosted numerous PGA events, including the South African Open. The course is surrounded by coastal bush and, although it is close to the centre of Port Elizabeth, one ...
Van Stadens as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Beachview, Blue Horizon Bay, Bluewater Bay, Central Hill, Charlo, Chelsea Conservancy, Colleen Glen, Cotswold, Fern Glen, Glendinningvale, Greenacres, Greenbushes, Humerail, Humewood, Kini Bay, Kragga Kamma, Lorraine, Lovemore Park, Maitlands, Mill Park, Mount Croix, Newton Park, North End, Parsons Hill, Parsons Vlei, Perridgevale, Richmond Hill, Sardinia Bay, Schoenmakerskop, Seaview, South End, St Georges Park, Summerstrand, Sunridge Park, Theescombe, Uitenhage, Walmer, Walmer Heights, Westlands, Woodlands
Staying Overnight
Hotel
Anfani Boutique Hotel
Only a kilometre from Kings Beach, Anfani Boutique Hotel provides bed and breakfast accommodation in Port Elizabeth, the "Friendly City". The hot...
Self Catering
Mathemba House
Mathemba House is a classy and contemporary, well equipped holiday house offering accommodation in Walmer for 8 guests. The airport is just 2kms ...
Self Catering
The Great Escape
The Great Escape is a unique and tranquil getaway offering accommodation where you get to experience what it means to have only the sound of the ...
Self Catering
Opi-See
Opi-See is a comfortably furnished apartment offering Port Elizabeth self catering on a dune in Blue Horizon Bay, overlooking the ocean. The livi...
Guest House
Buckingham Place Guest House
Located in Mount Croix, Buckingham Place Guest House is a charming and tastefully restored Edwardian house offering B&B and self catering accommo...
Guest House
Ocean Bay Guest House
Ocean Bay in Summerstrand and from here you are a comfortable walk from Pollock Beach, leading on to the beachfront walks, boardwalk and cycle pa...
Guest House / Self Catering
Lauricedale Country House
Lauricedale Country House is a self-catering cottage on a smallholding in the tranquil suburb of Theescombe in Port Elizabeth. The surroundings a...
Self Catering
Cape Recife Lighthouse Villa
Cape Recife Lighthouse Villa has two bedrooms furnished with double beds. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is a dining room. The living ro...
Self Catering
The Big Chill
The Big Chill offers accommodation in Seaview, perfect for a family vacation. Take a swim while watching the dolphins surf the waves, or get comf...