One of the things we love about living in the Eastern Cape (also locally known as ‘the adventure province’) are the numerous game parks scattered through the province. We posted about our day trip to Kragga Kamma Game Park – a beautiful game park just outside Port Elizabeth. This post will take you to the Addo area, which is home to the Addo Elephant National Park. The Park is one of the largest South African National Parks (SANParks), covers five different biomes and hosts the Big 7 – lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, elephant, southern right whale and the great white shark (we saw your Big 5 Kruger and raised you by two 😉 ). The Park includes a Marine Protected Area. Addo sees hundreds of thousands of tourists annually.
Umlambo River Lodge
When it comes to gifts for birthdays, weddings and other special occasions, more and more of our friends look for experiences over material things. We are no different. We are blessed with incredible friends who gifted us with a nights stay at Umlambo River Lodge. It was a tranquil stay along the Sundays River that allowed a respite from city life and a chance to reconnect with ourselves and each other.
The Greater Addo area is one of the less ‘discovered’ areas of the Eastern Cape. There is a lot on offer (both in activities and panoramas) and there are hidden gems scattered across the region. In our opinion, Umlambo River Lodge is definitely one of the gems of the area.
10 ways to celebrate Earth Day, every day
“Be the change you wish to see in this world.”~ Gandhi
This simple list is an easy to implement guide while travelling or at home. Small changes create huge differences and your effort is more ripple in the tide of change.
A guide to markets in Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth has a brilliant combination of friendly people and amazing markets. One of the best things about our town is that “Support Local” is fully embraced. Here is your alphabetical guide to some of the markets in our beautiful bay.
Kragga Kamma Game Park
Kragga Kamma Game Park is about a 30 minute drive from central Port Elizabeth and should be on any visitors sight-seeing list.
Coastal retreat in Cape St Francis
Welcome to the natural beauty of the sleepy coastal town known as Cape St Francis, only an eight minute drive from St Francis Bay. This place is a perfect laidback, barefoot, beachside getaway. It offers expansive beaches with great waves and scenic hikes.
Everything you need to know about St Francis Bay
St Francis Bay is a small coastal town in the Eastern Cape. This is the first of two posts highlighting the best things the two towns have to offer.
Travelling Tuscany: Florence
We ventured south to the incredible country, Italy. We decided to spend our time in Tuscany and were based in the Tuscan capital Florence (Firenze/ Florenz).
Jeffreys Bay: Surfers Paradise
Jeffreys Bay (JBay) is a small unassuming town in the Eastern Cape that has attracted surfers and beach lovers for years. We hope that this introduction to the bay will inspire you to make a trip here soon!
