GRAHAMSTOWN
TRAVEL GUIDE - EASTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA
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| Grahamstown, Frontier
Country, Eastern Cape,
South Africa
Grahamstown was founded in
1819 and is home to Rhodes University (1904) and the Albany Museum, with
collections of prehistoric and natural history materials. The broad
tree-lined streets and buildings of Grahamstown are the legacy of a time
when this was the Cape's second city. It is well worth walking through
the town's historic centre and visit the Observatory Museum, which houses
one of only two Victorian Cameras Obscura in the world - the other is in
Bath, England - with a magical mirror that reflects the town onto a large
circular table. |
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| With Grahamstown
at its centre, Frontier Country includes Adelaide,
Alicedale,
Bedford,
Fort Beaufort, Hogsback,
Peddie, Riebeeck East, Salem, Seven Fountains and Sidbury.
Frontier Country in the Eastern
Cape is one of the most diverse ecological regions in South Africa,
with a variety of biomes that provide unspoilt and spectacular scenery.
Thousands of hectares are devoted to nature and game conservation, bringing
with them the return of great herds of wildlife to the places where they
once roamed freely. This malaria-free region is fast gaining local and
international popularity for excellent game-viewing with a variety of private
reserves which include the Big Five.
The area offers much for
the outdoor enthusiast and adventurer. Activities include skydiving, hunting,
game viewing, fly-fishing, hang-gliding, abseiling, river rafting and mountaineering.
True country hospitality is provided throughout the region in world class
game lodges, top quality hotels, guest houses, farm stays and B&B's,
and Grahamstown
boasts some of the finest schools, colleges, universities and educational
institutions to be found in South Africa.
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GRAHAMSTOWN
BED & BREAKFASTS/GUESTHOUSES/LODGES, EASTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA
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Stone's Throw Bed and Breakfast, Self-Catering, GRAHAMSTOWN
We
aim to offer warm Eastern Cape hospitality in the heart of Frontier Country,
Grahamstown. Freedom is a Stone's Throw Away, stunning sunsets, country
garden setting, spectacular view, bird lover's delight, scenic walks, welcome
atmosphere. Attractions nearby include museums, nature trails, Thomas Baines
Nature Reserve and a variety of day trips within accessible driving distances.
Including Addo, Double-Drift, Thomas Baines, Bathurst, Kenton-on-Sea, Port
Alfred about 33 minutes drive to the sea. A Stone's Throw is also ideally
located as a convenient halfway stopover off the N2 between the Garden
Route and KwaZulu-Natal. Families and children are most welcome. |
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RECOMMENDED
BY OUR TRAVEL PARTNER:
Kwandwe
Private Game Reserve, near GRAHAMSTOWN
Offering a Big Five safari
experience, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve is nestled in the heart of South
Africa’s Eastern Cape. The reserve offers a variety of villas and lodges
with luxury rooms or suites. Each air-conditioned room and suite features
panoramic views and modern African-themes décor. Some rooms also
come with private decks and plunge pools. The bathrooms all include a bathrobe,
slippers and complimentary toiletries. Each villa and lodge offers free
WiFi. Activities on the 22,000 hectares reserve include bush and big game
walks, boat cruises, fishing, photographic safaris, rhino monitoring, rhino
darting and bush banqueting. After a day out on a safari vehicle or boat
cruise, enjoy an in-room massage or refreshing cocktail. |
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Leeuwenbosch
Country House, Guest House on Game Reserve, GRAHAMSTOWN
Guesthouse
situated on N2 between Grahamstown and PE. Only 3 kms from Shamwari Day
Centre. Leeuwenbosch has been in the Fowld’s family since 1873, and
offers warm African Colonial hospitality. The original manor house invites
comfortable country living, and Shearer’s Lodge is a converted shearing
and wool-classing building, offering a more contemporary living. Situated
on Amakhala Game Reserve in the malaria-free Eastern Cape, amidst scenic
bushveld and indigenous gardens. Our cosy cellar pub is a good start to
the evening before dining in the original homestead, circa 1834. Enjoy
a bush dinner, a game drive tracking rhino, elephant, buffalo, cheetah,
lion and giraffe. Or take a relaxing river cruise along Bushmans River
which can be seen at various position in the reserve at offers breathtaking
views. We also have a wedding chapel which caters for 150 Guests. |
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Pumba
Private Game Reserve, Safari Lodge, near GRAHAMSTOWN
Pumba
Private Game Reserve is situated in the Malari Free Eastern Cape and is
a mere hours drive from Port Elizabeth and 15 minutes from Grahamstown,
while the Gary Player design Golf Course at Alicedale is only 30km away.
Pumba Private Game Reserve offers a luxurious Safari Lodge comprising of
8 stone-walled, thatched waterfront cottages leading off meandering timber
footpaths. Each cottage offers a private setting with a unique view
of the lake. The cottages open up onto private timber decks with outside
showers and plunge pools. Let your ranger take you on a game drive
in a custom-made vehicle at sunrise or sunset on summer evenings to share
in the shear beauty of Africa, and although you cannot take this piece
of heaven with you, you will always treasure the memories. |
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GRAHAMSTOWN
HOTELS, EASTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA
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RECOMMENDED
BY OUR TRAVEL PARTNER:
The
Graham Hotel, GRAHAMSTOWN
Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant
and a year-round outdoor pool, The Graham Hotel offers accommodations in
Grahamstown, just 46.7 km from Port Alfred. Guests can enjoy the on-site
bar. Private parking is available on site. You will find a kettle in the
room. There is a 24-hour front desk and shops at the property. You can
play pool at this hotel, and the area is popular for biking and fishing.
The hotel also provides car rental. |
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GRAHAMSTOWN
SELF-CATERING, VACATION & HOLIDAY RENTALS, EASTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA
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A
Stone's Throw Bed and Breakfast, Self-Catering, GRAHAMSTOWN
We
aim to offer warm Eastern Cape hospitality in the heart of Frontier Country,
Grahamstown. Freedom is a Stone's Throw Away, stunning sunsets, country
garden setting, spectacular view, bird lover's delight, scenic walks, welcome
atmosphere. Attractions nearby include museums, nature trails, Thomas Baines
Nature Reserve and a variety of day trips within accessible driving distances.
Including Addo, Double-Drift, Thomas Baines, Bathurst, Kenton-on-Sea, Port
Alfred about 33 minutes drive to the sea. A Stone's Throw is also ideally
located as a convenient halfway stopover off the N2 between the Garden
Route and KwaZulu-Natal. Families and children are most welcome. We look
forward to your inquiry and will welcome you to Grahamstown with the greatest
of pleasure. |
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RECOMMENDED
BY OUR TRAVEL PARTNER:
AppleBee
Guest Cottage, GRAHAMSTOWN
Featuring a private garden
with swimming pool, AppleBee Guest Cottage also includes an outdoor seating
area and BBQ facilities. Guests are provided with a complimentary fruit
bowl on arrival. This cottage comes with country-style décor. The
open-plan living area includes lounge, dining table and well-equipped kitchen
with oven, stove and microwave. The cottage is serviced daily. Guests can
enjoy the swimming pool and bird life in the garden. Free Wi-Fi is available
throughout the property and there is also secure, off-street parking. AppleBee
Guest Cottage is located just 800 m from Rhodes University and 1 km from
the Botanical Gardens. Observatory Museum is 2 km away and Port Alfred
Airport is 60 km from the cottage. |
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