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East London, South Africa
East London, part of the Eastern Cape, is considered the gateway to South Africa’s “Wild Coast”. Surrounded by beaches and rivers, the city has a major car manufacturing business – including a large Mercedes-Benz plant. Wild game safaris, surfing, fishing, and whale-watching are all great activities to take part in here.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
East London, South Africa -
Time Zone
(GMT +2 -
Language
Xhosa -
Currency & Shopping
South African Rand. Bright fabrics, African masks, ostrich feathers and boas -
Famous For
East London is part of the Eastern Cape province and hosts South Africa’s only river port. The city is known for its beaches and nearby game reserves. -
Important
The seasons in South Africa are the reverse of those in the northern hemisphere, so pack accordingly. -
Fun Fact #1
Hit the beaches – Orient Beach is calm, Eastern Beach has good surfing and is near East London Aquarium, and Nahoon Beach is a popular surfing and fishing spot. -
Fun Fact #2
The nearby Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve is home to rhinos, elephants, giraffes, buffalos, zebras, antelope, lions and more. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Biltong is a popular snack made of dried, spiced meat. -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
The bright and beautiful City Hall is a Victorian-style structure built in 1899 with a rich colonial history.
East London TOP EXCURSIONS
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Panoramic Port Elizabeth
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Addo Elephant Park By Coach
Drive through the Addo Elephant Park, an unspoiled nature reserve teeming with wildlife. ...
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Explore the African bush on a game drive at a private reserve, where you may spy animals such as elephants, lions and gi...