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Explore the Culture Vulture Route! Nelson Mandela Bay s rich cultural heritage guarantees history lovers a unique insight into the Eastern Cape s and the Municipality s diverse and remarkable past. The nomadic San were the earliest group of indigenous people known to live in the Eastern Cape. The Khoi displaced the San into the mountains and semi-desert, early in the second millennium AD. The forefathers of the Xhosa speaking people arrived on the banks of the Kei River in about 800 AD. While on his epic voyage of discovery searching for a sea route to the East, the Portuguese, Bartolomeu Dias, rounded the Cabo da Roca in February 1488 and entered Baia da Roca Cape and Bay of the Rock (now Cape Recife and Algoa Bay). Dias also gave the name Ilheus Chaos (Flat Islands) to the Bird Islands. In 1497, Vasco da Gama, successor to Dias, entered Algoa Bay and noted the Bird Islands on his voyage to India. His charts gave Cape Recife it s name Cabo do Arricife Cape of the Reef. The Bay was later named Baia de Lagoa, by navigator and cartographer Manuel de Mesquita Perestrelo in 1576, which referred to the lagoon situated at the mouth of the Baakens River. By the middle of the 18th century, the number of ships passing the Bay had increased and occasionally survivors of the shipwrecks were given hospitality by Dutch Trekboers (farmers) who had trekked from the Cape in search of good farmland. At the end of 1799 the English, fearing that the French would render military assistance to the Graaff-Reinet rebels, decided to construct Fort Frederick, overlooking the mouth of the Baakens River as a permanent military post. 4 000 British settlers arrived by sea in 1820, to become the first permanent British residents in the Albany District. On 6 June 1820, Sir Rufane Donkin, Acting Governor of the Cape Colony at the time, named the new sea port in memory of his late wife, Elizabeth. Before the up-country gold and diamond booms, PE developed as one of the major commercial cities in SA, trading in wool, mohair and ostrich feathers. As a result, the harbour became a bustling port. People traveled to the city in search of trade and labour opportunities. Early Port Elizabeth was characterized by the settlement of European, Cape Malay and immigrant communities. The diverse community lived together according to economic and social status, rather than on an ethnic basis. Some folk were already residing in New Brighton since 1903. However, when the Group Areas Act was legislated in 1960, this resulted in forced relocation under the apartheid law among the non-white population and the so-called townships came into being. Telephone: + (27) 41 582 2575 Fax: + (27) 41 582 2573 e-mail: info@nmbt.co.za Website address: www.nmbt.co.za Blue Flag Beaches Tourism Information Office 11 9 5 6 3 4 1 2 NELSON MANDELA BAY OVERVIEW MAP "Ikhaya lenkululeko - The home of the Spirit of freedom." www.nmbt.co.za 23 24 22 21 20 10 12 8 7 19 18 14 15 13 16 17 PE Airport TOURIST INFO & BOOKINGS Visitors to Nelson Mandela Bay can choose from a wide variety of accommodation facilities which are available in the area. Whether your preference is a luxury hotel or a five star game lodge, a guest house, bed & breakfast or backpacker, Nelson Mandela Bay offers excellent and exciting possibilities. For enquiries or bookings contact Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism s Call Centre via bookings@nmbt.co.za or call 041 582 2575. NELSON MANDELA BAY TOURISM - VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES: Airport Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 581 0456/7 Boardwalk Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 583 2030 Donkin Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 585 8884 Uitenhage Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 922 5214 Website: www.nmbt.co.za E-Mail: info@nmbt.co.za Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism is a booking agent for South African National Parks 17 Safety tips: Tourists should take the sensible precautions they would in any major city. Avoid carrying large sums of cash and other valuables (cameras, video cameras, etc.). Avoid leaving belongings unattended. Be alert and vigilant at all times. Take special precautions in secluded areas (including parks and gardens and walks / trails), especially at dusk and after dark. Street children and beggars may approach you for a handout Social workers counsel against giving money. Try and walk around in groups; there is safety in numbers. At night, park in a secure, well-lit area. Be aware that uniformed parking attendants will offer to safeguard one s car for a tip (small fee). Do not leave valuable belongings in your car; rather lock everything in the boot where they are out of sight. For any emergency, dial 10111 TOWNSHIP VIBE Taverns (informal drinking halls) were once illegal because they were not licensed for the sale of liquor, but have now legally become a lively cross between social clubs, a bar and a general meeting place. A Tavern tour offers an entertaining 3 4 hours through the life and soul of the Townships. Taverns come alive over weekends when hard work is replaced by beer and laughter. These venues are found on every street corner and add to the atmosphere of Township life. Amid hooting taxis and eager pedestrians, the Tavern offers an informal venue where patrons can relax. Some well-frequented Shebeens include the following: Las Vegas Tavern, KwaZakhele, tel: 041 464 0844 / 083 562 4965 Kwe Kwe s Sports Tavern, 536 Njoli Street, KwaZakhele, tel: 041 466 2336 / cell: 083 741 7602 Patido s Pub & Grub, 27 Jabavu Street, New Brighton, tel: 041 454 0663 cell: 082 968 0540 Jeya s Jazz Corner Tavern, Sheya Kulati Circle, Cnr Ferguson & Avenue A, New Brighton, tel: 041 454 7567 / cell: 072 555 2582 FG s Tavern, 216 Mkhombe Street, NU1 Motherwell, tel: 041 469 4190 / cell: 083 690 9858 Kwa Lunga-General Jazz Place, 11 Nhose Street, Zwide, tel: 041 459 1993 Billy s Tavern, 4 Peta Street, KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage, cell: 073 334 7654 Emzini Restaurant, 38 Yoyo Street, Zwide, cell: 073 912 1782 Zwai s Tavern, Motherwell, tel: 041 462 1110 / cell: 076 024 3977 Mavela Tavern, 22 Qhogi Street, Zwide, tel: 041 464 2716 POLITICAL AND HISTORICAL TOWNSHIP TOURS Visitors who wish to explore South Africa s politics and history, may opt for a number of organised social, history and traditional township tours. These tours unveil how history evolved, encompassing diverse peoples and cultures and including a visit to the historical townships demonstrating the impact of the apartheid era on the city. In the townships one will see what limitations applied in the past and how people resisted and adapted. Township life first-hand may be a thought-provoking experience, but visitors are likely to experience a current spirit of optimism. For marketers and planners, this is where the future of South Africa will be shaped. Various accredited tour operators offer social history / township tours and taverns tours. The Red Location Museum of Struggle is a must-see on any visitor s itinerary. The museum, which was opened in November 2006, commemorates South Africa s turbulent apartheid history and long struggle for freedom. Several prestigious awards have been bestowed on the museum for its magnificent architecture. The museum is situated in the historical Red Location, the city s first black township, where the first urban black families settled in the 1900s. Nelson Mandela Bay offers a true ethnic mosaic as the rich cultures and traditions are captured in a unique and creative way that makes this an essential stopover. Numerous Arts and Craft Centres showcase a variety of locally produced artwork. Those seeking retail therapy will find several shopping facilities, ranging from upmarket boutiques, small suburban complexes, craft markets and massive all-encompassing city malls. Speciality stores are conveniently scattered throughout the city and include specialist foods and wine; jewellery shops, gifts and clothing, antique, spice, coffee, attractive momentoes and souvenirs. ARTS & CRAFTS OPEN-AIR FLEA MARKETS On the first and last Sunday of each month, St. George s Park comes alive with Art in the Park, (tel: 041 360 9754), an open-air exhibition of craft stalls and home-craft where stallholders sell their wares. Visitors wishing to browse around a local flea market along the beachfront during a weekend can view the wares of the Beachfront Traders, (Cell: 083 415 6144 Johan Gerber) which extends along the promenade between King s Beach and the McArthur s Baths. The Lady Slipper Market has fresh fruit and vegetables, eggs, milk and other farm produce on sale. They are situated next to St Albans Prison on the corner of Old Cape and Rocklands Roads. Contact: 082 727 3252 (Denise) Arts & Craft Outlets Boardwalk Craft Workshop, Boardwalk Complex, Marine Drive, tel: 041 583 1152 Aya s Ceramic Studio, 90 Gunguluza Street, New Brighton, tel: 041 454 3350 Momento s of Africa, PE Airport, Allister Miller Road, tel: 041 507 7214 Wezandla Gallery & Craft Centre, 27 Baakens Street, Central, tel: 041 585 1185 African Creations, No. 4 Third Avenue, Walmer, tel: 041 581 8204 Jade, Adel Centre, 10 Newton Street, Newton Park, tel: 041 363 8323 Art in the Park, St. George s Park, tel: 041 360 9754 Bead Shop, 69a 4th Avenue, Newton Park, tel: 041 365 6780 ENTERTAINMENT VENUES Regular concerts, musicals and operettas and productions by various artists and theatre groups are staged at major venues. Alternative performances are staged at some of the smaller and more intimate secondary venues. See the local press for more detailed information, including dates, times and rates of shows. Bookings may be made via the Computicket Call Centre, tel: 041 586 3177, www.computicket.com. For all events and venues visit our website www.nmbt.co.za or call 041 582 2575. 35 34 31 33 30 32 29 28 27 26 25 www.sprachenmarkt.de, Tel: +49-711-45 10 17 370, service@sprachenmarkt.de

INDEX Museums Memorials Buildings Galleries Other 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 South African Airforce Museum Forest Hill Drive, Southdene, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 505 1295 Bayworld Bayworld, Beach Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0650 Apple Express Apple Express, Humerail Station, Humewood Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 583 4480 South End Museum Cnr. Of Humewood Road & Walmer Boulevard, South End, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 582 3325 Fort Fredrick Cnr. Belmont Terrace and Fort Street, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Prince Alfred s Guard Museum Prospect Hill, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 505 1224 / 1251 7 Castle Hill, Historical Museum Castle Hill Road, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 582 2515 Feather Market Centre Cnr. Baakens Street and Military Road, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 5514 Prestor John Memorial Opposite Feather Market Centre, Behind the City Hall, in Fleming Square. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 City Hall Market Square, Govan Mbeki Avenue, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 3362/3/75 Campanile Memorial Strand Street, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 3293 Port Elizabeth Library Market Square, Govan Mbeki Avenue, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 8133 Opera House Whites Road, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 586 2256 Donkin Reserve, Pyramid and Lighthouse Belmont Terrace, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 8884 Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum 1 Park Drive, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 2000 St. George s Park St. Georges Park, Park Drive, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 501 7500 Ron Belling Art Gallery 30 Park Drive, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 586 3973 Horse Memorial Cnr. Russel and Cape Road, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Jewish Pioneer Memorial Museum Raleigh Street, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 373 5197 St Croix Motor Museum Mowbray Street, Newton Park, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 392 5362 George Pemba Art Gallery 28 Ferguson Road, New Brighton, Port Elizabeth: Tel: +27 (0) 73 787 3514 Mendi Memorial Mendi Road, New Brighton, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Emlotheni Memorial Park Limba Road, New Brighton, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Red Location Museum Cnr Olaf Palme & Singaphi Streets, Red Location, New Brighton, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 408 8400 Van der Kemp s Kloof Church Street, Bethelsdorp, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 481 9777 Despatch Museum 1a Church Street, Uitenhage Tel: +27 (0) 41 933 3177 Despatch Chimney Brickworks De Mist Street, Despatch. Tel: +27 (0) 82 305 9366 Cuyler Manor Museum Old PE Uitenhage Road, Uitenhage. Tel: +27 (0) 41 922 0372 Auto Pavilion Volkswagen of SA Main Entrance, 103 Algoa Road, Uitenhage. Tel: +27 (0) 41 994 5941/ 3 Old Railway Station Museum Market Street, Uitenhage. Tel: +27 (0) 41 922 8210 Anglo-Boer War Memorial Town Hall, Market Street, Uitenhage. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Drostdy Museum 50 Caledon Street, Uitenhage. Tel: +27 (0) 41 992 2063 Cannon Hill Cannon Street, Cannon Hill, Uitenhage. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Basuto War Memorial Magennis Park, Church Street, Uitenhage. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Langa Memorial Maduna Road, Uitenhage. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Recommended to contact viewing areas before visiting to confirm opening & closing hours. While accurate at the time of printing, the information contained in this brochure is subject to change. Wheelchair friendly zones South African Airforce Museum The South African Air Force Museum boasts nine aircraft, including helicopters, a supersonic jet fighter, two of the world famous Harvard trainers amongst others, and the oldest surviving jet fighter in South Africa. There is also a display of aircraft memorabilia, together with a fine collection of models and pictures in the main exhibition hall. Monday to Friday 08h00 to 15h00. Sundays 10h00 to 16h00. Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays. Admission is by freewill donation Email: zeldai@telkomsa.net Castle Hill, Historical Museum No 7 Castle Hill is the last remaining Settler house still standing in its original form. It was built in 1825 by Rev Francis McCleland. The interior is an elegant display of life as enjoyed by an English middle class family in mid-19th Century Port Elizabeth. The old well and stable are in the cobbled courtyard. Mon to Thur: 10h00 to 16h30 Fri: 10h00 to 16h00. Closed for Lunch and Public Holidays. Email: castlehill@isat.co.za Opera House The Opera House was build in 1892 and was proclaimed a national monument in 1980. It is the only surviving example of a Victorian Theatre in Africa. There are two theatres housed in the building, The Barn which is a cabaret venue and the main stage which was build for ballet, opera and musicals. Tickets for shows can be purchased from The Opera House or from Computicket. Website: www.peoperahouse.co.za Email: shapiroa@mweb.co.za 1 7 13 2 Bayworld The Port Elizabeth Museum blends cultural and natural history and offers displays such as a 15m skeleton of one of the last southern right whale harpooned in Algoa Bay, a life-size reconstruction of the giant prehistoric dinosaur known as Algoasaurus, a replica of the Dias Cross, a 5m bronze cannon dated 1640 and traditional Xhosa beadwork. Monday to Sunday 09h00 to 16h30. Website: www.bayworld.co.za Email: pr@bayworld.co.za 8 Feather Market Centre The Feather Market Centre was an extension of the original commercial activities once carried out in Market Square and has played host to business and cultural events for over a century. Proclaimed a national monument in 1980, it has since been beautifully refurbished and transformed to offer a mosaic of venues for conferences, concerts and exhibitions. Admission is free (except events with advertised fees). Website: www.feathermarket.co.za Email: keith@feathermarket.co.za 14 Donkin Reserve, Pyramid & Lighthouse Donkin Reserve was proclaimed an open space in perpetuity by Sir Rufane Donkin and includes a Stone Pyramid Monument with an inscription erected in memory of his late wife, Elizabeth, after whom the city was named. The Lighthouse, which was built in 1861, houses the official Visitor Information Centre. Internet Café facilities available. Monday to Friday 08h00 to 16h30. Saturdays to Sundays 09h30 to 15h30. Website: www.nmbt.co.za Email: info@nmbt.co.za 3 Apple Express The world-famous narrow gauge Apple Express heritage train is an experience that is unique, whether as a day trip or a three-day weekend trip. Day trips to Loerie Station (72km) include the Van Stadens Bridge the highest narrow gauge bridge in the world and an amazing engineering feat, with an awesome view of the gorge. Contact booking office for train schedule. Bookings Essential: Sun to Thur 10h00 to 19h00, Fri to Sat 10h00 to 22h00. Website: www.appleexpresstrain.co.za Email: bookings@appleexpresstrain.co.za 9 Prestor John Memorial The Prestor John Memorial, unveiled in 1986 by the then Portuguese Ambassador to South Africa, is dedicated to the mythical king-priest, Prester John, and the Portuguese explorers who discovered South Africa. The memorial consists of a large Coptic cross and, in the central circle, are the figures of Prester John and a Portuguese navigator. Admission is free Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Email: nshoba@mandelametro.gov.za 15 Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum A Municipal Art Museum with collections of South African art (particularly that of the Eastern Cape), British art, international printmaking and Oriental art (including Indian miniatures and Chinese textiles). These are supplemented by an active programme of temporary exhibitions and public events. Monday to Friday 9:00 to 18:00; Saturday and Sunday 13:00 to 17:00; Admission free (except events with advertised fees) Website: www.artmuseum.co.za Email: artmuseum@artmuseum.co.za 4 South End Museum The Museum reflects a bygone era of the suburb of South End prior to and during the implementation of the Group Areas Act in the 1960 s, which led to the destruction of the old South End. Years ago it was a bustling suburb, brimming with activity, and populated by a very cosmopolitan community. Monday to Friday 09h00 to 16h00. Saturday 10h00 to 15h00. Admission is by freewill donation. Website: www.semuseum.co.za Email: admin@semuseum.co.za 10 City Hall The City Hall was built between 1858 and 1862. The clock tower was added in 1883. It was proclaimed a national monument in 1973. It burnt down in 1977 and was rebuilt. Also in Vuyisile Mini Square, is a replica of the Diaz Cross, donated by the Portuguese Government to commemorate the arrival of Bartholomew Diaz in Algoa Bay in 1488. Website: www.mandelametro.gov.za Email: agerber@mandelametro.gov.za 16 St. George s Park St. George s Park, established in 1860, is spread over 73 ha. of wooded parkland. The Park incorporates the world famous Port Elizabeth Cricket Club; the founder cricket club in South Africa. The oldest bowling green in South Africa; Prince Alfred s Guard Memorial as well as the 1882 Victorian Pearson Conservatory which was built for the cultivation of exotic plants. Admission is free Website: www.mandelametro.gov.za Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za 5 Fort Fredrick Fort Frederick is a stone fort built in 1799 by the British Forces to defend the mouth of the Baakens River. Named after Frederick, Duke of York, it was built by troops sent to Algoa Bay to prevent a possible landing of French troops to assist the Graaff- Reinet rebels. Ironically, no shot was ever fired in anger from the Fort. Daily from 08h00 to 17h00. Admission is Free. Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Email: nshoba@mandelametro.gov.za 11 Campanile Memorial The Campanile was erected to commemorate the landing of the 1820 Settlers. A climb of 204 steps takes one to the Observation Room, offering a magnificent view of the harbour and surroundings, more than 52m above the city. The Campanile contains the largest carillon of bells in the country in addition to its chiming clock. Tuesdays to Saturdays 09h00-12h30 & 13h30-16h00. Sundays 09h00-12h30 & 13h30-15h00. Admission is by freewill donation. 17 Ron Belling Art Gallery Ron Belling Art Gallery houses a permanent exhibition of the late artists outstanding aviation paintings. Visitors can view the original works from his book A portrait of Military Aviaiton in South Africa as well as his maritime paintings. Exhibitions of other artists work are held regularly. Monday to Friday10h00 to 16h00. Saturday 10h00 to 13h00. First Sunday of each month 10h00 to 13h00. Second weekend closed. Admission is Free. Website: www.www.ronbelling.co.za Email: ronbelling@mweb.co.za 6 Prince Alfred s Guard Museum The Prince Alfred s Guard (PAG), is a City Regiment which was founded in 1856 as the Port Elizabeth Volunteer Rifle Corps. The Victorian Drill Hall, in which the museum is housed, was opened in 1880 and is a fine example of its type. The building, a National Monument, has been extensively restored and partly converted to museum use. Visiting hours: By appointment. Admission is by freewill donation. 12 Port Elizabeth Library The old Main Library constructed in 1835, was initially used as a courthouse from 1854. The library was officially opened in 1902. It is an excellent example of Victorian Gothic architecture and the terra-cotta façade was manufactured in England. The Sicilian marble statue of Queen Victoria, outside the entrance, was erected and unveiled in 1903. Monday 10h00-18h00, Tuesday to Thursday 09h00-18h00, Friday 09h00-13h00, Saturday 08h30-13h00. Admission is Free Email: mainlibrary@mandelametro.gov.za 18 Horse Memorial The Horse Memorial was erected and dedicated to the horses killed during the South African War (1899-1902) and is an outstanding and famous piece of sculpture. The inscription on the memorial reads The greatness of a nation consists not so much in the number of its people or the extent of its territory as in the extent and justice of its compassion. Admission is free Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Email: nshoba@mandelametro.gov.za 19 Jewish Pioneer Memorial Museum The Jewish Pioneers Memorial Museum is housed in the original Raleigh Street synagogue, which was used by the city s Jewish community between 1912 and 1954. It features an interesting collection of memorabilia, ceremonial items and historical photographic displays such as a bridal gallery, a Jewish ex-servicemen s memorial and much more. Open by appointment. Admission is Free. Email: schaudere@iafrica.com 20 St Croix Motor Museum The St. Croix Motor Museum displays a private collection of vintage and classic vehicles dating back to 1901. Vehicles on display include a 1927 Chevrolet Phaeton, a 1928 Graham-Paige, a 1929 Chevrolet Roadster, a 1935 Chevrolet sedan, a 1949 Ford Poplar, a 1948 Chevrolet Fleetline and a 1971 Volkswagen Beetle LHD. Visits at 11h00 and 15h00 can be arranged by contacting the curator, Mr Eben de Vos, via a fax request. Fax no. 041 392 5364 Email: eben.devos@sanlam4u.co.za 21 George Pemba Art Gallery The idea of the George Pemba Art Gallery was conceived by Pemba s grandson Bobo when he was in exile in the ranks of umkhonto we Sizwe (MK). The gallery is situated in Pemba s old home where he spent more than forty years of his life and it serves as a platform for historically disadvantaged artists to exhibit their work. Monday to Friday 09h00 to 16h30. (Advance arrangements recommended) Email: bobopemba@yahoo.com 22 Mendi Memorial Mendi Memorial commemorates the lives of the South African Native Labour contingent who died on the troopship SS Mendi after sinking off the Isle of Wight, near St. Catherine s Point on 21st February 1917. The Mendi sank after colliding with SS Davvo in heavy fog. Admission is free Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Email: nshoba@mandelametro.gov.za 23 Emlotheni Memorial Park Emlotheni Memorial Park was dedicated to the memory of six anti-apartheid activists which were the first men to be executed for an act of defiance against the apartheid forces in 1964. The site on which the memorial rests has been a public square for years, often the place where defiance rallies took place. Emlotheni means a lot or erf in Xhosa. Admission is free Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Email: nshoba@mandelametro.gov.za 24 Red Location Museum Built as a tribute to the liberation struggle against apartheid, the museum incorporates the corrugated iron theme of informal settlement living. It consists of galleries housing a variety of exhibitions and arrangements of montages, timelines and modules, detailing the history of the township, its people and their place in the bid for liberty. Monday to Friday 09h00 to 16h00. Saturday 08h00 to 15h00. Website:www.freewebs.com/redlocationmuseum/ 25 Van der Kemp s Kloof Bethelsdorp was established by Dr JT Van Der Kemp to fulfil his missionary work and was the first organised settlement in the Algoa Bay area, bar the military command post at Fort Frederick. It includes the Van Der Kemps Kloof Church (1803); Market Square with the Mission bell (1815); Livingstone Cottage, and a row of Alms houses (1822). The church houses the Van Der Kemp s Dutch Bible, the oldest in the country, and his pulpit chair and baptismal font. Email: bdt1@telkomsa.net 26 Despatch Museum The interior boasts a mini model of the Stegosaurus, which was discovered in Despatch in 1903. Alongside it, are examples of the original bricks produced in the town and a further two models of red brick chimneys built by a former town engineer. Numerous sporting memorabilia festoon the walls of the museum as many well-known sportsmen originated from Despatch. Tuesdays and Saturdays: 09h00 until 12h00 and on Thursdays 14h00 to 17h00. Freewill Donations Email: ahpretorius@telkomsa.net 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 Despatch Chimney Brickworks Built in 1882, the Brick Chimney was part of the once flourishing brickworks in Despatch. It can still be viewed standing tall and serene in a field on the outskirts of the town, alongside the railway track. This is a viewpoint only. Prior visit to the Despatch Museum suggested. Email: ahpretorius@telkomsa.net Cuyler Manor Museum Cuyler Manor Museum C1814 depicts the early lifestyle of the Eastern Province folk and deals with the family history of Jacob Glen Cuyler, Landdrost of Uitenhage 1775-1827. This Cape Dutch style house has been restored and furnished in the style of its day. Monday to Friday 10h00 13h00, 14h00 15h30. (Advance arrangements recommended) Email: uitenhagemuseum@intekom.co.za Auto Pavilion The AutoPavilion - VWSA s ultra-modern Expo and Heritage Centre is situated at Volkswagen of SA s factory main entrance. Free two hour guided factory tours starts most weekdays at 09h00 (must be booked in advance) and can accommodate 40 people - children under 12 are not allowed in the factory. This tour ends in the AutoPavilion at no charge. Weekdays 08h30 to 16h00. First Saturday of each month from 10h00 to 13h00 only. Closed all other week-ends and public holidays. Website: www.autopavilion.co.za Email: autopavilion@vwsa.co.za Old Railway Station Museum Old Railway Station Museum 1875. The Victorian lifestyle of the period is depicted with interesting items on display such as two steam locomotives of yesteryear. The station where South Africa s most famous trained baboon Jack the Signalman, worked as an official employee of the Railways. Monday to Fridays 10h00 to 13h00, 14h00 to 15h30. (Advance arrangements recommended) Email: uitenhagemuseum@intekom.co.za Anglo-Boer War Memorial Located in front of the Uitenhage Town Hall (built in 1882), the memorial was unveiled in 1904. The names of Uitenhage citizens who died in the Anglo-Boer War are inscribed hereon. The features of the life-size soldier were reportedly copied from that of an actual soldier in King William s Town. Admission is free Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Email: nshoba@mandelametro.gov.za www.sprachenmarkt.de, Tel: +49-711-45 10 17 370, service@sprachenmarkt.de Drostdy Museum The Drostdy was erected during General Jacob Glen Cuyler s tenure of office as Landdrost of Uitenhage in 1809 and follows the historical development of Uitenhage and surrounding districts. It houses exhibitions on toys, porcelain, clothing and an archive library. Monday to Fridays 10h00 to 13h00, 14h00 to 15h30. Email: uitenhagemuseum@intekom.co.za Cannon Hill A monument commemorating the coronation of King George V adorns Cannon Hill and is an excellent vantage point from which to view the town and surrounding area. Admission is free Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Email: nshoba@mandelametro.gov.za Basuto War Memorial This memorial commemorates those who died in the Basuto Campaign from 1880-1882, and Morosi Mountain in 1879. The Gun War also known as the Basuto War in the British territory of Basutoland (present-day Lesotho) in Southern Africa, was fought between Cape Colony forces and rebellious Basotho chiefs over tribal rights. Admission is free Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Email: nshoba@mandelametro.gov.za Langa Memorial The memorial marks the spot, just outside Langa Township, where Police opened fire on a crowd of mourners, killing 20, on their way to a banned funeral on 21 March 1985, the 25th anniversary of the Sharpeville massacre of 1960. The Kannemeyer Commission of Inquiry was appointed to investigate the so called Langa massacre after an international outcry. Admission is free Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 9711 Email: nshoba@mandelametro.gov.za

Explore the Kiddies Karousel Route! Kiddies Karousel Route "Ikhaya lenkululeko - The home of the Spirit of freedom." TOURIST INFO & BOOKINGS Visitors to Nelson Mandela Bay can choose from a wide variety of accommodation facilities which are available in the area. Whether your preference is a luxury hotel or a five star game lodge, a guest house, bed & breakfast or backpacker, Nelson Mandela Bay offers excellent and exciting possibilities. For enquiries or bookings contact Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism s Call Centre via bookings@nmbt.co.za or call 041 582 2575. NELSON MANDELA BAY TOURISM - VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES: Airport Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 581 0456/7 Boardwalk Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 583 2030 Donkin Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 585 8884 Uitenhage Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 922 5214 Website: www.nmbt.co.za E-Mail: info@nmbt.co.za Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism is a booking agent for South African National Parks 17 www.nmbt.co.za Safety tips: Tourists should take the sensible precautions they would in any major city. Avoid carrying large sums of cash and other valuables (cameras, video cameras, etc.). Avoid leaving belongings unattended. Be alert and vigilant at all times. Take special precautions in secluded areas (including parks and gardens and walks / trails), especially at dusk and after dark. Street children and beggars may approach you for a handout Social workers counsel against giving money. Try and walk around in groups; there is safety in numbers. At night, park in a secure, well-lit area. Be aware that uniformed parking attendants will offer to safeguard one s car for a tip (small fee). Do not leave valuable belongings in your car; rather lock everything in the boot where they are out of sight. For any emergency, dial 10111 FAMILY FUN IN NELSON MANDELA BAY Kids can experience loads of sea, sand, fun and sun in Nelson Mandela Bay which is why parents enjoy spending family time at this popular and laidback leisure destination as well. Fondly known as the friendly city, Port Elizabeth and the towns of Uitenhage and Despatch beckon families with an attractive atmosphere of year-round holiday fun set against a backdrop of urban activity. Its warm, welcome nature is matched by a wonderful moderate climate all year round boasting a high percentage of sunshine with sea temperatures ranging from 16 degrees C in Winter to 23 degrees C in Summer. Furthermore, Nelson Mandela Bay s pristine beaches are legendary with four beaches boasting the coveted international full stage Blue Flag status, namely: Humewood Beach, Hobie Beach, Wells Estate and King s Beach. The Bay provides countless watersport and beach recreational activities including safe swimming, body surfing, scuba diving, sunbathing, attractive playgrounds and splash pools for the kids and relaxed strolls along wide expanses of golden beaches which are usually alive with sun worshipers. A superb value-for-money family-fun holiday base, Nelson Mandela Bay offers a diverse selection of attractions including eco-attractions, scenic nature trails, historic heritage, magnificent wildlife and cultural experiences. Children will find much to occupy them and keep them entertained while on holiday. Nelson Mandela Bay is a destination for children as well as their parents and family as there are a wide variety of fun activities and entertainment options to experience. A RICH HERITAGE Under fun historical explorations, the 1820 Settler history and architectural delights of the historical city centre can be explored at leisure on a self-guided walking tour, namely the Donkin Heritage Trail. One of the highly recommended stops along the route would include a visit to the quant No. 7 Castle Hill Museum. This little jewel is one of the oldest surviving Settler cottages in Port Elizabeth. The interior presents a picture of domestic life as enjoyed by an English middle class family in mid-19th Century Port Elizabeth. This picturesque family dwelling located in Castle Hill Road, Central has Yellowwood floors and beams, and a restored slate roof. The doll s house, lace displays and kitchen is particularly impressive and will guarantee a few enlightening and delightful hours of enjoyment. Another firm family favourite is a visit to the main museum of Bayworld. Children can 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 a variety of historical treasures that will keep one intrigued for hours. Noteworthy exhibits include the 15m skeleton of the last southern right whale harpooned in Algoa Bay, a life-sized reconstruction of the giant prehistoric dinosaur known as Algoasaurus, a replica of the Dias Cross and 5m bronze cannon dated 1640 recovered from a Portuguese galleon wrecked near Port Elizabeth. Their Behind the Scene Tours at the museum are particularly impressive and caters for guests with a special interest in the environment. These tours include animal husbandry such as breeding programmes in the Snake Park, a visit to the Otolith Collection with an explanation on how fish bones help in identifying different species, to a visit to the Dolphin Centre where experts on dolphins, whales and marine mammals will present informative discussions on these topics. Other museum experts are also available to present tours and address visitors on topics such as shipwrecks off the coast, historical costumes, dinosaurs and porcelain. Another must to include on the family itinerary is a visit to the AutoPavilion in Uitenhage. This high-tech interactive expo and heritage centre takes one on a full-throttle journey from concept to classic, laser to legend, with the cars that defined the past and inspire the future. ALIVE WITH ENTERTAINMENT The usual commercial entertainment and activities are also available, one of which is The Magic Company - the pioneer of family entertainment centres in South Africa, which operates the amusement park at the Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World. A Go-Kart racetrack, Putt-Putt Mini-Golf Adventure Course, fairground rides and bumper boats offer hours of entertainment for children and parents alike. Furthermore, a dynamite package of children s and family entertainment is offered from the Boardwalk s Amphitheatre on a regular basis. Cinema lovers have some fine air-conditioned venues from which to choose in Nelson Mandela Bay. WALK ON THE WILD SIDE The great outdoors provides one of the most wonderful playgrounds for children to learn more about nature and the natural environment. Nelson Mandela Bay is situated in nature-lovers paradise, offering wonderful African bush adventures for the young, and young at heart. Within the city limits of Nelson Mandela Bay itself, an unbeatable variety of walks and hiking trails are available. The surrounding area supports the most diverse array of vegetation types in South Africa as five of the country s seven terrestrial biomes (bio geographic areas) are represented in the Eastern Cape. From special kiddies programs available at a selection of private game reserves which include mini-game drives, educational nature walks where children learn more about the animals and plants in the area, spoor tracking to animal touch farms, the focus is on learning, adventure and having fun. Not forgetting Bayworld s very own Snake Park as well as their educational seal and penguin presentations at the Oceanarium or the reptile demonstrations at the Boma Reptile World. A holiday to Nelson Mandela Bay would not be complete without experiencing a journey aboard the famous historic Apple Express narrow-gauge steam train which operates from Port Elizabeth to Thornhill Village or Loerie on a regular basis. One of the stops is the Van Stadens River Bridge, where children may disembark and photograph the oncoming train as it slowly steams over the highest narrow-gauge bridge in the world. A miniature version of the train can be viewed on the first Sunday of each month when the Port Elizabeth Model Locomotive Society offers miniature train excursions at Stella Londt Drive in Fernglen for the young at heart. Another unusual family fun activity is to experience a Haunted Walk - it is alleged that Port Elizabeth has an over-abundance of ghosts lurking in Central Hill, the city s oldest suburb and historical heartland. Join a Ghostly Group Tour led by well-known historian Rose Trehaevan, who will take groups on a haunted night walk though the old city and tell stories of ghosts. The ghosts of Port Elizabeth are of all kinds, some are heard but not seen, some are seen but not heard and manifest themselves as apparitions. MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES Other family outdoor activities available for the adventurous and adrenalin junkies include sandboarding, horse riding, canoeing and quad biking. Beautiful scenic drives and excursions into the heart of Nelson Mandela Bay and surrounding areas are exciting self-drive options available for the intrepid family adventurer. Some of which include an explorative journey along the beautiful rugged coast along the western seaboard of Nelson Mandela Bay; a journey through the evergreen world of citrus trees along the Sundays River Valley; a visit to the famous Addo Elephant National Park - home of the BIG 7 (Lion, Leopard, Cape Buffalo, Elephant, Rhinoceros, Southern Right Whale and Great White Shark); or a visit to the rural villages of Colchester and Canonville and an excursion aboard the Sundays River Ferry. So, we warmly welcome all kids and families come and experience all that Nelson Mandela Bay has to offer. We urge kids and their parents to use the Kiddies Carousel Route as their passport to guaranteed enjoyment and memorable holiday experiences! 64 42 22 62 57 4 60 45 50 66 29 35 49 Telephone: + (27) 41 582 2575 48 Fax: + (27) 41 582 2573 7 44 e-mail: info@nmbt.co.za 43 51 Website address: www.nmbt.co.za 59 53 Blue Flag Beaches Tourism Information Office 38 46 61 47 52 21 63 1 17 32 39 55 54 19 65 40 56 28 8 13 16 41 58 34 12 36 3 2 33 5 9 18 10 11 27 15 6 26 14 PE Airport 30 37 20 23 31 24 25 NELSON MANDELA BAY OVERVIEW MAP www.sprachenmarkt.de, Tel: +49-711-45 10 17 370, service@sprachenmarkt.de

INDEX Educational Activities Beach Animal Interaction Entertainment 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 7 Castle Hill, Historical Museum 7 Castle Hill Road, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 582 2515 African Sky s 120 Nassau Avenue, Theescombe, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 379 5002 Apple Express Humerail Station, Humewood Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 583 4480 Auto Pavilion Volkswagen of SA Main Entrance, 103 Algoa Road, Uitenhage. Tel: +27 (0) 41 994 5941/3 Basically Bear Kings Court, Buffelsfontein Road, Walmer, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 368 5614 Bayworld Bayworld, Beach Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0650 Bluewater Bay Beach N2 - Bluewater Bay turnoff, Weinronk Way, Bluewater Bay. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0584 Garden Lovers Garden Centre Kragga Kamma Road, Theescombe, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 379 3745 Happy Valley Marine Drive, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 501 7500 Hobie Beach Marine Drive, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0584 Holmeleigh Farmyard Kragga Kamma Road, Theescombe, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 379 2901 Humewood Beach Beach Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0584 King s Beach Beach Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0584 Kragga Kamma Game Park Kragga Kamma Road, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 379 4195 Lighthouses Entertainment The Boardwalk, 2nd Avenue, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 583 1100 Logwood Castle 481 Trow Street, Colleen Glen, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 84 870 8947 Londt Park Mini Train Stella Londt Drive, Fernglen, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 364 1726 McArthur Pool and Leisure Centre Beach Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 582 2282/5 Open Sky Entertainment Park Wyndomayne Road, Little Chelsea, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 372 1235 Paintball Heaven 48 Victoria drive, Walmer, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 379 2443 Pollok Beach Marine Drive, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: 27 (0) 41 586 1040 Popsi s Play Park Maggennis Park, Park Lane, Uitenhage. Tel: 27 (0) 83 400 4967 SAMREC (SA Marine Rehabilitation & Education Centre) Cape Recife Nature Reserve, Marine Drive, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 583 1830 Sardinia Bay Beach Sardinia Bay Road, Sardinia Bay, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0584 Schoenmakerskop Beach Marine Drive, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0584 Seaview Game & Lion Park Lower Seaview Road, Seaview, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 378 1702 South African Airforce Museum Forest Hill Drive, Southdene, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 505 1295 St. George s Park St. Georges Park, Park Drive, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 St. Georges Strand King George s Road, St. Georges Strand, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0584 The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment Complex The Boardwalk, Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 507 7777 The Boma Reptile World 424 Sardinia bay road, Lovermore park, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 366 1591 The Pastry Works Fernglen Shopping Centre, Stella Londt Drive, Fernglen, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 364 3377 The Pink Fig 3 Heatherbank Road, Heatherbank Farm, Charlo, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 368 6278 Van Stadens Beach Off N2, Witteklip. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0584 Wells Estate Wells Estate, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0584 Windsor Kids Play and Party Land 43 Circular Drive, Charlo, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 367 1422 1 7 Castle Hill, Historical Museum One of the oldest surviving Settler cottages in Port Elizabeth, this picturesque family dwelling will transport children back in time as they experience delightful hours of enjoyment by exploring the hidden treasure within, including the old furniture, kitchen equipment, old dolls house, fairy garden and much more! Complete a treasure hunt and make friends with the No 7 family in the display room! Email: castlehill@isat.co.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Open Mon to Thur: 10am - 4:30pm, Fri: 10am - 4pm 7 Bluewater Bay Beach Bluewater Bay has a magnificent stretch of beach and in Summer, is patrolled by lifesavers. Other facilities include a car park, children s playground and ablution facilities, and offers good swimming, fishing and surfing opportunities. The beach is accessed by traveling along the N2 towards Grahamstown and taking the Bluewater Bay turn-off, just past the Swartkops River. Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 13 King s Beach King s Beach is a magnificent 1,6 km wide expanse of golden sand extending from the harbor wall to Humewood. The beach is ideal for safe swimming, body surfing, sunbathing and long beach walks, and includes a supertube, a snack bar, parking area, change-rooms and lifesavers centre, an extensive playground for children, paddling pools for toddlers and a Go-Kart race track. Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 2 African Sky s African Sky s is a thatch-roofed family restaurant located in the picturesque green country setting of Theescombe. The venue also has an extensive enclosed kiddies play area which boasts a Mini-Animal Touch Farm, a Jumping Castle and Trampoline. This beautiful country venue is also a firm favourite for weddings, confiences, special occasions and Sunday lunches. Email: estellek@isat.co.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Open Wed to Sun: 10am - 4pm 8 Garden Lovers Garden Centre Garden Lovers Garden Centre is located in a relaxed countryside atmosphere, along Kragga Kamma Road. Children can enjoy exciting fun activities in a enclosed kiddies play area while you sit back, relax and enjoy a hearty breakfast or a selection of tea treats at the restaurant. Garden lovers can browse around the Centre and select a wide range of plants and garden accessories. Email: gerbergardens@absamail.co.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Bookings essential 14 Kragga Kamma Game Park African Wildlife paradise only 15 minutes from the City. Cheetah, Giraffe, White Rhino, Waterbuck, Buffalo, Nyala, Impala and many more roam freely. Drive through in your own vehicle or choose the 2-hour conducted game drive in an open landrover. Light meals from the Bush Café and braai areas are available. Various accommodation options. Email: cantor@worldonline.co.za Web: www.kraggakamma.com Open 8am - 5pm (Gates are locked at sunset). 3 Apple Express The Apple Express offers children the joy and exhiliration of a train experience! The option of a short trip to a familyfriendly destination entails walks, a kids play arena, touch farm and a lovely outdoor environment. The longer trip offers more scenic sites as well as a family picnic or braai. An outing on the Apple Express is quality family time and an opportunity for new experiences. Email: bookings@appleexpresstrain.co.za Web: www.appleexpresstrain.co.za Bookings essential 9 Happy Valley Designed for children and adults alike, the valley is ideal for family strolls and offers a delightful fairy-tail and nursery rhyme setting of colored lights in the evenings. There are lily ponds, rockeries, gigantic palms, peaceful retreats in which to sit and a large chessbord which has been set out on the lawn. Happy Valley is connected to Humewood Beach via a sandy subway. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 9pm 15 Lighthouses Entertainment Lighthouses Entertainment, located at The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment Complex, is open 7 days a week and 365 days a year and is the biggest family entertainment centre under one roof. Tenpin Bowling with automatic scoring is available. A snack bar is also located on site. Email: lighthouses@lighthousespe.co.za Web: www.lighthousespe.co.za/ Open 9am-Late 4 Auto Pavilion The AutoPavilion - VWSA s ultra-modern Expo and VW Heritage Centre - has been receiving around 2 000 visitors a month since opening in March 2004, making it a most popular tourist attraction. It has various interactive exhibits which is edutainment for youngsters who will enjoy activating them and learn at the same time. Email: autopavilion@vwsa.co.za Web: www.autopavilion.co.za Open Weekdays: 8:30am - 4pm. First Saturday of each month from 10am - 1pm only. 10 Hobie Beach The popular Hobie Beach is located in the vicinity of Shark Rock Pier and the Boardwalk. The beach, which is a favorite for swimming, sunbathing and body surfing, also offers sheltered rock pools with interesting inter-tidal sealife. Other facilities include plenty of eating establishments, ablution facilities, as well as a launching place for sailing and rubber ducking. Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 16 Logwood Castle An exiting kiddies NEW adventure party venue built in the design of a wooden castle with parapet and loopholes (verticle narrow slips built into the wall for defense). The venue offers two hours of bliss with party packs, jumping castles, slides, swings, trampoline, jungle gym, coffee machine (coin operated) and quad bike with track - a childen s delight of fun and enjoy. Email: logwood.castle@live.co.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Bookings essential 5 Basically Bears Basically Bears is an exciting store for young and the young at heart, with a variety of collectable teddy bears, clothing and accessories custom-made for teddy bears. The Basically Bears experience is about creating memorable encounters for young and old as customers are encouraged to build their own Custom Stuffed Friends which become the perfect plaything, or a unique gift. Email: info@basicallybears.co.za Web: www.basicallybears.co.za Open Weekdays: 9am - 6pm, Sat: 9am - 3pm, Sun: 9am - 2pm 11 12 Holmeleigh Farmyard Holmeleigh Farmyard is an animal touch farm which offers tractor rides, pony rides, jumping castle and various play structures. This is a children s paradise where farm-life can be experienced firsthand by feeding, caring and learning about farm animals. Also available is a delightful tea garden and tuck-shop located in a picturesque countryside setting. Email: starters@mweb.co.za Web: www.holmeleighfarmyard.com Open Tues to Sun: 9:30am - 6:30pm, 17 Londt Park Mini Train The Port Elizabeth Model Locomotive Society in Fernglen offers delightful miniature train excursions, complete with station, overhead pedestrian bridge and tunnel. It is a great place for picnics and children s birthday parties (and the accompanying adults seem to enjoy it too!). Email: info@nmbt.co.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Open First Sunday of each month: 10am - 1pm 6 Bayworld Bayworld comprises the Main Museum, Oceanarium, Snakepark - marvel at the diversity of museum displays: from prehistoric dinosaurs to the 15m skeleton of the last southern right whale harpooned in Algoa Bay; view the diverse collection of marine life and experience the daily seal and penguin presentations. The Reptile Park houses lizards, tortoises, snakes and crocodiles. Email: pr@bayworld.co.za Web: www.bayworld.co.za Monday to Sunday 9am - 4:30pm Humewood Beach Humewood Beach is South Africa s oldest blue flag beach and situated between Kings Beach and Hobie Beach along the main beachfront. Adjacent to Happy Valley, the beach is ideal for families and offers sheltered sunbathing. During the summer holiday season, Happy Valley is lit up with coloured lights and depicts children s stories and rhyme characters. Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 18 McArthur Pool and Leisure Centre Heated & Cold, fresh water, outdoor swimming pools with slides at Kiddies Pools. Kiosk & Pool Bar on-site, with access to two Restaurants, Surf Shop and adjoining beach. Season Tickets available. Disabled friendly. Full time Security & Lifeguards, making McArthur Pool & Leisure Centre Your place for safe family fun in the Sun. Email: amelia@belessex.co.za Web: www.belessex.com 14 Sept 31 Oct: 9:30am 4:30pm, 1 Nov 15 Mar: 8:30am 6pm, 16 Mar 3 May: 9:30am 4:30pm. Closed for winter season 37 38 39 40 41 Recommended to contact viewing areas before visiting to confirm opening & closing hours. While accurate at the time of printing, the information contained in this brochure is subject to change. Wheelchair friendly zones CINEMA VENUES: Boardwalk Nu-Metro Tel: +27 (0) 41 583 2000, Website: www.numetro.co.za Movie World Tel: +27 (0) 41 482 0311 The Bridge Ster Kinekor Cinema Tel: +27 (0) 413634341, Website: www.sterkinekor.com Uptown Theatre Tel: +27 (0) 41 582 3311 Walmer Park Nu-Metro Tel: +27 (0) 41 367 1102, Website: www.numetro.co.za 19 Open Sky Entertainment Park Beautiful farm venue boasting an 18 hole putt-putt course, paintball, farm animal touchfarm: Large variety: exquisite birds, doves, pigeons, bantoms and other animals. Rockface water features. Indigenous plants and trees. Cosy coffeeshop/restaurant/tea Garden - Fresh home bakes. Bar facilites. Entertainment rides: Quad bikes, Go-karts, Jungle Gym and other rides. Home made Crafts. Email: joke@openskyentertainmentpark.co.za Web: www.amusementconnexion.co.za 10am - 10pm (Monday s closed), Coffee Shop 8am - 10pm. 20 Paintball Heaven Paintballing is an outdoor interest for all ages. Enthusiasts come to Paintball Heaven to satisfy all their paintballing needs. Come and enjoy an action-packed game on one of our new fields. The activity is ideal for corporate team-building, social get-togethers or kids parties. With refreshments and braai facilities, Paintball Heaven offers for a great day out! Email: info@paintballheaven.co.za Web: www.paintballheaven.co.za Weekdays booking essential Saturday to Sunday open between 9am - 5pm 21 Pollok Beach Pollok Beach or the Pipe as it is known locally, is favored by surfers because of its excellent waves and surfing opportunities. The beach is reached by traveling along Marine Drive, Summerstrand, and turning left immediately on passing 10th Avenue. There is plenty of lawn area which is pleasant for rigging, a parking area and a shower house with an ablution block for surfers. Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 22 Popsi s Play Park Book your next FUN-FILLED, HASSLE-FREE, UNFORGETTABLE party now!! Adventure facilites include a train with carriages, Go-Carts, Peddle Bikes, Face Painting, Balloon Animals, Magic Show, Jumping Castle, Party Packs, Bunnies, Candy Floss!!!!! Sand-Art & Bead-Art!! also available. Venue in Uitenhage. Educational School Outings! Year-end functions! Email: adventureland@fun4partyanimals.com Web: www.nmbt.co.za Bookings essential 23 SAMREC (SA Marine Rehabilitation & Education Centre) SAMREC s marine bird rehabilitation and education centre situated in the Cape Recife Nature Reserve, allows visitors to experience nature through sight, sound and touch. Visit the hospital and see the volunteers in action helping to save our environment, in particular the endangered African Penguin. Cape Recife Nature Reserve guided hikes available. Email: shaca@global.co.za Web: www.samrec.org.za Open 8:30am - 5pm 24 Sardinia Bay Beach Sardinia Bay is a popular beach with picnic facilities and is regarded as one of the best walking beaches with miles of unspoilt coastline. Fishing is not permitted as the coast has been declared a Marine Reserve, but snorkeling and scubadiving are very popular. Sardinia Bay is also the starting point of the very popular eight-kilometer Sacramento hiking trail Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm LIBRARIES: 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Allanridge Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 994 1314 Booysens Park Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 483 1954 Chatty Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 481 4117 Despatch Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 994 1616 Gelvandale Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 452 3770 Korsten Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 451 4376 Kwadwesi Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 485 2517 Kwamaghaki Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 463 1860 Kwanobuhle Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 977 1150 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 Kwazakhele Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 466 8789 Linton Grange Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 360 1256 New Brighton Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 454 6523 Newton Park Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 365 1403 North End Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 484 7610 The Main Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 8133 Uitenhage Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 994 1257 Walmer Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 581 4111 West End Library Tel: +27 (0) 41 481 4834 25 Schoenmakerskop Beach As one travels along Marine Drive to the picturesque seaside village of Schoenmakerskop, 24km away, there are picnic spots, coves, rock pools and holiday resorts with safe bathing located along the rocky section of the shore. Schools of dolphins have frequently been sighted in the area. Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 26 Seaview Game & Lion Park Set in 100 hectares of bush and grassland, the Park offers close-up game viewing of over 40 animal species such as giraffe; blesbuck; wildebeest; zebra; caracal; african wildcat and vervet monkey. Rare white lion and siberian tiger can be viewed in separate dens. Birding is plentiful. Amenities include a curio shop, restaurant, boma and braai & picnic area. Email: seaview@isat.co.za Web: www.seaviewgamepark.co.za Open between 9am - 5pm 27 South African Airforce Museum The South African Air Force Museum boasts nine aircraft, including helicopters, a supersonic jet fighter, two of the world famous Harvard trainers amongst others, and the oldest surviving jet fighter in South Africa. There is also a display of aircraft memorabilia, together with a fine collection of models and pictures in the main exhibition hall. Email: zeldai@telkomsa.net Web: www.nmbt.co.za Monday to Friday: 8am - 3pm, Saturdays: 10am - 4pm 28 St. George s Park St George s Park, established in 1860, is spread over 73 ha. of wooded parkland. The Park incorporates the world famous Port Elizabeth Cricket Club; the founder cricket club in South Africa. The oldest bowling green in South Africa; Prince Alfred s Guard Memorial as well as the 1882 Victorian Pearson Conservatory (built for the cultivation of exotic plants) and a children s playground. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 4pm 29 St. Georges Strand St George s Strand is accessed by traveling along the N2 towards Grahamstown and taking the St George s Strand turn-off, opposite Wells Estate. Apart from offering good swimming opportunities, the area has some fine sand dunes, attractive picnic spots, a large children s playground and a car park. Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 30 The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment Complex The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World is set around a series of man-made lakes and beautiful gardens. The complex has also incorporated a selection of international restaurants, specialist shops, a Craft Workshop as well as Nu-metro Cinema. In addition, an indoors modern video and games arcade offers a variety of machines from kiddie rides to simulators and 3-D games. Email: boardwalk@za.suninternational.com Web: www.boardwalk.co.za PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS: 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 Despatch Pool Tel: +27 (0) 41 994 1619 Gelvandale Pool Tel: +27 (0) 41 483 1954 Uitenhage Pool Tel: +27 (0) 41 922 8204 Newton Park Pool Tel: +27 (0) 41 363 5127 Rosedale Pool Tel: +27 (0) 41 994 1298 St. Georges Pool Tel: +27 (0) 41 585 7751 Wells Estate Pool Tel: +27 (0) 41 461 1172 31 The Boma Reptile World Come learn and enjoy our snakes, lizards, geckos and tortoises! With over 40 species of reptiles, The Boma Reptile World will intrigue, entertain and educate. Tours last 30 45 minutes and venomous reptile shows are presented every Saturday and Sunday at 11am and 2pm. The Boma offers light meals and refreshments every weekend. Email: info@peboma.co.za Web: www.peboma.co.za Open Wednesdays to Fridays: 2pm - 4pm, Saturday to Sunday: 10am - 4pm 32 The Pastry Works At THE PASTRYWORKS kids are welcome in our kitchen. During the SCHOOL HOLIDAYS, a variety of classes are offered, where young chefs are taught to create eadibles from a sugar Easter egg to a spectacular gingerbread house. At the JUNIOR CHEFS ACADEMY children are taught how to cook easy meals, using healthy ingredients and basic cooking techniques. They will have a fun time while learning to cook simple and fun recipes. Email: info@thepastryworks.com Web: www.thepastryworks.com Bookings essential The Pink Fig The Pink Fig. A farm within the city limits. Relax over a hearty breakfast, a wholesome lunch or just a great coffee and cake in our shabby chic farmhouse restaurant, while your children are entertained by our expansive but enclosed play area. No entrance fee! A place to delight children and parents alike. Email: thepinkfig@telkomsa.net Web: www.nmbt.co.za Open Wednesday to Sunday: 9am - 4:30pm, Friday nights from 5:30pm for dinner. www.sprachenmarkt.de, Tel: +49-711-45 10 17 370, service@sprachenmarkt.de 33 34 Van Stadens Beach An extensive lagoon, tall dunes and a river navigable by small boats to the gorge form part of the Van Stadens River Mouth Resort (including cottages and camping sites). Recreational activities incorporate pedal boats, sandskiing and fishing. Lifeguards patrol the beach during peak season. The Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve is close by. Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 35 Wells Estate Wells Estate is accessed by traveling along the N2 towards Grahamstown and taking the St George s Strand turn-off, opposite St. Georges Strand. Apart for a large children s playground including swimming pools and waterslides, Wells Estate offers good swimming opportunities on this blue flag beach, the area has some fine sand dunes, attractive picnic spots and Camping is available. Email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 36 Windsor Kids Play and Party Land Its play time and Windsor s Play Park is the place to be. Come and get lost in our land of imagination and play. From a shipwreck to an airplane, castle, bakery, fire engine or train - a land of pure stimulation for the little ones! The possibilities are endless. Join us and relax with a cuppa coffee and light lunch, while your kiddies lose themselves in play. Email: info@windsorforestproducts.com Web: www.windsorforestproducts.com Open Weekdays: 9am - 4pm Weekends: 9am - 1pm

Explore the Outward Bound Route! Outward Bound Route "Ikhaya lenkululeko - The home of the Spirit of freedom." TOURIST INFO & BOOKINGS Visitors to Nelson Mandela Bay can choose from a wide variety of accommodation facilities which are available in the area. Whether your preference is a luxury hotel or a five star game lodge, a guest house, bed & breakfast or backpacker, Nelson Mandela Bay offers excellent and exciting possibilities. For enquiries or bookings contact Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism s Call Centre via bookings@nmbt.co.za or call 041 582 2575. NELSON MANDELA BAY TOURISM - VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES: Airport Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 581 0456/7 Boardwalk Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 583 2030 Donkin Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 585 8884 Uitenhage Visitor Info Centre: +27 0(41) 922 5214 Website: www.nmbt.co.za E-Mail: info@nmbt.co.za Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism is a booking agent for South African National Parks 17 www.nmbt.co.za Safety tips: Tourists should take the sensible precautions they would in any major city. Avoid carrying large sums of cash and other valuables (cameras, video cameras, etc.). Avoid leaving belongings unattended. Be alert and vigilant at all times. Take special precautions in secluded areas (including parks and gardens and walks / trails), especially at dusk and after dark. Street children and beggars may approach you for a handout Social workers counsel against giving money. Try and walk around in groups; there is safety in numbers. At night, park in a secure, well-lit area. Be aware that uniformed parking attendants will offer to safeguard one s car for a tip (small fee). Do not leave valuable belongings in your car; rather lock everything in the boot where they are out of sight. For any emergency, dial 10111 Outward Bound in Nelson Mandela Bay WILDLIFE AND NATURE Nelson Mandela Bay is the nature-lover s paradise, offering a unique combination of seaside and African bush surroundings, all in the malaria-free Eastern Cape. The Bay is within an hour s drive of several internationally acclaimed game reserves, offering visitors an unforgettable experience of African wildlife. Most reserves boast the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhinoceros). One of the most popular national parks, the Addo Elephant National Park, is situated just 40km from the city centre and is home to more than 450 elephants as well as the Big 7 (consisting of the Big 5 and the Southern Right Whale and Great White Shark). Within the limits of Nelson Mandela Bay, an unbeatable variety of walking and hiking trails are available. These offer both coastal and valley routes with breathtaking scenery and a wide range of other outdoor adventures. Nature reserves The beauty of the Nelson Mandela Bay nature reserves stretches from rocky shores and river estuaries to indigenous floral fynbos. Enjoy the golden beaches and unspoilt sand-dunes or the lush indigenous forest and untamed wilderness. All of these diverse areas can be explored in and around the Bay. Located in and around the city environs are the Van Staden s Wild Flower Reserve, the Cape Recife Nature Reserve, Maitlands Nature Reserve, The Island Nature Reserve, Swartkops Aloe Reserve, the Van Der Kempskloof Nature Reserve, the Lady Slipper Nature Reserve and the Groendal Wilderness Area in Uitenhage. Another unique and noteworthy environment is the Sundays River which flows through the Coastal Dune Fields. Located on the east bank of the river, these Dune Fields stretch 50 km east towards Port Alfred and fall within the Addo Elephant National Park boundaries. BIOMES Nelson Mandela Bay and environs has a rich diversity of vegetation, fauna and landscapes. Furthermore, the region is also an important meeting ground of all seven major converging Biomes, namely: The Thicket Biome which includes the valley bushveld flora; The Savannah Biome; The Fynbos Biome characteristic of a winter rainfall; The Grassland Biome which includes Flora of higher altitudes; The Succulent-Karoo Biome with its Flora which flourishes under arid and semi-arid conditions; The Nama-Karoo COASTAL AND BEACHES Nelson Mandela Bay s pristine beaches are legendary; with four beaches retaining their full stage Blue Flag status and one having been awarded pilot status (2008/09). The international Blue Flag is awarded annually to beaches that meet excellence in the areas of safety, amenities, cleanliness and environmental standards. South Africa is the first country outside of Europe to win Blue Flag accreditation for its beaches. Summer water temperatures range from 18 to 21 C; and from 14 to 19 C during winter making the climate ideal for swimming and various other beach activities. Northern beaches The Northern beaches, providing superb angling and swimming opportunities, Brighton Beach, St George s Strand and Bluewater Bay. Bluewater Bay is near the N2 highway, within walking distance from the Swartkops River mouth. The 12 km beach is popular for swimming, boating, fishing, whale/dolphin watching and beach walks. Wells Estate has a long pier over the dunes and includes a paddling pool and waterslides. Southern beaches Humewood, King s, Hobie and Pollok Beaches comprise the main beachfront area. King s Beach, a magnificent 1,6 km-long expanse of golden sand extending from the harbour wall to Humewood provides safe swimming, body surfing, sunbathing and long beach walks. The promenade encompasses children s playgrounds and toddlers paddling pools. Hobie Beach, incorporating Shark Rock Pier, is one of the main beaches, bustling with activity during the summertime. The beach is preferred for swimming, sunbathing and body surfing, and also offers sheltered rock pools with interesting inter-tidal sealife. Humewood Beach, a favourite family beach, offers sheltered swimming, body surfing and shade under the promenade and sheltered sub-way. Surfers favour Pollok Beach, locally-known as The Pipe, with its excellent waves and surfing opportunities. Marine Life in Algoa Bay View one of the Big 7, Southern Right whale, or the Humpback whales who pass by during June / July and November / December. Algoa Bay s diverse marine life (including the sardine-eating Bryde s whales, Bottlenose dolphins, Cape Fur seals, gannets and cormorants) can be viewed all year round. The diverse marine life can either be enjoyed from the shore while having a picnic or a sundowner on the beach or can be relished through a diving excursion. ECO-OUTDOOR Hiking, Walks and Trails A variety of scenic trails in and around the city offer both coastal and valley experiences. Hiking trails include: Sacramento Trail, Guinea Fowl Trail, Roseate Tern Hiking Trail, Van Der Kemp s Kloof Trail, Aloe Hiking Trail, Bushbuck Trail, Van Staden s Wild Flower Reserve, Settler s Park, and Maitland Nature Reserve Trails. The well-marked trails can be self-guided or can be accompanied by expert accredited trail guides. During the December holiday season, the Environmental Management Business Unit of the NMBM organises nature walks, guided by a Conservation Officer. Mountain Bike Trails include the Baakens River, Zwartkops, Longmore Forest, and Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve Mountain Bike Trails. Biome; and Forest Biome, which includes Montane and Coastal Indigenous Forest. Spectacular examples of local vegetation are Ericas, Proteas, wild daisies, the Cape Thatching reed, the Yellowwood, Schotia and Coral Trees, Spekboom (favourite food of the elephant), Tree Fuschia, Sneezewood, Guarri, the Num-num and other shrubs (found predominantly in the Addo area), many varied grass types, Euphorbia, Aloe and other succulents, along with herbs and bulbous plants. Bird watching Nelson Mandela Bay and the surrounding areas have many locations for interesting bird watching and excellent sightings are assured. Explore these beautiful terrains on your own or take a guided walk through nature to spot the area s abundant birdlife. WATER SPORT AND SPORT Nelson Mandela Bay, dubbed as the water sport capital of Africa, has hosted countless national and international sporting and water sport events in recent years, including the prestigious Ironman South Africa Triathlon. The Bay offers ideal conditions for all year round water sports and has an abundance of action-packed activities. Water sport activities include swimming, snorkeling, body surfing, sunbathing, yachting, windsurfing, surfing, jetskiing, canoeing, kite-surfing, power-boating, fishing and beautiful beach walks. In summer, professional fully-trained lifeguards patrol most beaches. Basic resort courses, as well as the full range of scuba instruction, charters and hiring of diving equipment are offered by Scuba Diving Outfits. Contact Ocean Divers International, tel: 041 581 5121, www.odipe.co.za, or Pro Dive, tel 041 581 1144, www.prodive.co.za. With its superb weather and excellent and varied sporting facilities Nelson Mandela Bay is any sporting enthusiasts dream destination. The city has many active sports clubs catering for bowls, golf, tennis, badminton, squash, volleyball, pool, darts, athletics and cycling, as well as seasonal sports, such as soccer, rugby, hockey, roller hockey, cricket, motor racing and many more. In addition to sports activities, Nelson Mandela Bay also hosts a variety of sporting events with its newly built state-of-theart stadium the bay is set to become a more prominent player in sporting events. Other outdoor activities include mountain climbing, kloofing, abseiling, sand boarding, horse riding and quad biking. Most of the trails are suitable for family outings and can be enjoyed as an action-adventure or simply as a relaxing stroll in the breathtaking nature. Outdoor living is ideal in Nelson Mandela Bay with its favourable weather one can soak up nature anytime of the year. SCENIC DRIVES Create your own adventure with a self-drive into the heart of some of the most beautiful and exciting places in and around Nelson Mandela Bay. Experience the Ibhayi Sunshine Saunter - Your suggested self-drive alternative guide to stunning beaches, beautiful countryside, game farms, sports and country restaurants - all within 45 minutes of the city centre. This picturesque circular drive offers a multitude of exploration and highlights the coastal riches of the area along the Western Seaboard of Nelson Mandela Bay. The route covers scenic areas including the beautiful rugged coast along Marine Drive. Explore the coves and rock pools along the rocky section of the shores before retiring to a luxury seaside resort or enjoying a cup of tea at a charming tea garden overlooking the lush countryside. View pods of dolphins and whales, which frequently visit the coastline, while having lunch at one of the picnic spots. The villages of Colchester and Canonville are nestled on the banks of the Sundays River, a few kilometres from the river mouth where it flows into the Indian Ocean through the majestic and world-renowned Alexandria/ Colchester dune fields. Located only 40km from Port Elizabeth, this small community boasts a wide selection of accommodation and is the closest point of entry (4km s) into the Addo Elephant National Park Southern Gate Entrance (Camp Matyholweni). Experience the calm waters of the Sundays River on the Sundays River Ferry, a double decker cruiser which transports guests up river and to the river mouth. The river is renowned for its excellent estuarine fishing and abundant bird life and is ideal for most water sports. Alice Middledrift Fort Beaufort To Cradock King Williams Town To East London To Graaff-Reinet Oatlands Long Hope R345 R335 Jansenville 22 Doubledrift Game Reserve Sheldon Blue Crane Route R75 R350 Klipplaat Andries Vosloo Kudu Nature Reserve R337 Breakfast Vlei R344 www.sprachenmarkt.de, Tel: +49-711-45 10 17 370, service@sprachenmarkt.de Ikwezi Miller R400 Ngqushwa Fort Brown Greystone R338 R72 Darlington Peddie Makana Riebeek East 25 Barce Wooldridge Bell R67 Hamburg Alicedale Grahamstown 1 Addo Elephant National Park R329 Zuurberg Kabouga Kleinpoort 14 To Willowmore 7 Steytlerville Fallodon 26 34 31 Baviaans R67 Paterson R342 Sunday s River 2 20 Valley Main Gate Coerney Kirkwood 27 42 35 R67 10 Bathurst R343 R336 Seafield Ndlambe 3 R75 16 11 Addo 9 39 Port Alfred 30 23 Alexandria R72 OVERVIEW MAP 2 Matyholweni Gate R335 Groendal 12 Wilderness Nature Reserve 5 Baviaanskloof Kenton-on-Sea Bushmans River 32 44 Colchester Wilderness Area Stinkhoutberg Nature Reserve Boknes Woody Cape Mountain View Game Reserves Adventure & Sport Animal Interaction Patensie Despatch Uitenhage St Croix Island Brenton Island R332 Hankey Joubertina Nature Reserves Bird Island Aquatic Beaches Bluewater Bay R331 Kou-Kamma Formosa Nature Reserve Port Elizabeth 48 R330 32 44 Kouga Boekenhoutskloof R62 Kareedouw Stormsrivier Kruisfontein Woodlands Tsitsikamma Schoenmakerskop Jeffreys Bay Humansdorp To Garden Route Aston Bay 50 St Francis Bay Oyster Bay 51 45 Cape St Francis 52 DIVING 53 Telephone: + (27) 41 582 2575 54 47 Diving Sites outside the Bay Diving Sites inside the Bay Fax: + (27) 41 582 2573 Shore Entry 10. Malay Pools e-mail: info@nmbt.co.za 8 Shore Entry 1. The Slipway 2. Postmans 3. Devil s Reef Website address: www.nmbt.co.za 2 56 57 58 55 36 43 41 6 4 1 49 18 29 28 Diving sites 1 5 17 68 3 24 21 67 9 4 59 60 6 PE Airport 66 40 Boat Entry 11. Riy Banks 12. Suicide Reef 13. Avalanche 14. Mark 4 15. Thunderbolt Reef Boat Entry 4. White Sands Reef 5. Bell Buoy 6. Phillip s Reef 19 65 Blue Flag Beaches 11 13 33 37 46 36 7 8 15 Wrecks 16. The Patti Visitor Information Centre 38 61 15 12 Wrecks 7. Cape Recife 8. North End Wrecks 9. Haerlem 62 10 64 16 13 63 Dive site Reference: Dive Alert Network (DAN): 0800 020 111 Ocean Divers International - Tel: 041 581 5121 website: www.odipe.co.za Pro Dive - Tel: 041 581 1144, website: www.prodive.co.za

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 INDEX Animal Interaction Beaches Adventure & Sport Nature Reserves Addo Elephant Back Safaris Toevlugt Farm, Zuurberg, Addo Environs. Tel: +27 (0) 42 235 1400 Addo Elephant National Park Situated along the R 335 Road. Tel: +27 (0) 42 233 8600 & +27 (0) 41 582 2575 Amakhala Game Reserve N2 between PE and Grahamstown. Tel: +27 (0) 46 636 2750 Arctic Storm Boat Charters Port Elizabeth Harbour, Algoa Bay Yacht Club. Tel: +27 (0) 83 554 9617 Baviaanskloof Baviaanskloof, follow R332 route past Patensie. Tel: +27 (0) 43 705 4400 Bayworld Bayworld, Beach Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 584 0650 Bushman Sands Hotel and Golf Course Main Street, Alicedale. Tel: +27 (0) 42 231 8000 Cape Recife Nature Reserve Cape Recife Nature Reserve, Marine Drive. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 Crisscross Adventures (Addo) Hermiston Farm, Addo. Tel: +27 (0) 72 125 9152 / 83 330 0480 Daniell Cheetah Breeding Camp & African Crafts R 75 between Uitenhage and Jansenville, Steenbokvlakte. Tel: +27 (0) 42 232 0539 Gorah Elephant Camp Addo Elephant National Park. Tel: +27 (0) 44 501 1111 Groendal Wilderness Area Groendal Road, Kruisrivier Valley. Tel: +27 (0) 41 992 5418 Grysbok Reserve South Campus, University Way, Summerstrand. Tel: +27 (0) 41 583 4004 Haaspoort Bushcamp Pinelands Farm, Wolwefontein, 6237. Tel: +27 (0) 49 838 0042 Heavenly Stables Plot 431, Sardinia Bay Road, Lovemore Park, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 366 1038 Hlosi Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve, Alexandria. Tel: +27 (0) 86 111 2485 Holmeleigh Farmyard Kragga Kamma Road, Theescombe. Tel: +27 (0) 41 379 2901 Huddlestone Helicopter Charter 23 Windermere Road, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 507 7343 Humewood Golf Course Marine Drive, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 583 2137 Iphintombi Prospect Drive, Sunland, 6115. Tel: +27 (0) 42 234 0815 Island Nature Reserve Seaview Road, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 378 1634 Kamala Game Reserve Goedehoop Farm, Somerset East. Tel: +27 (0) 83 235 9927 Kariega Game Reserve Kenton On Sea. Tel: +27 (0) 46 636 7904 Kragga Kamma Game Park Kragga Kamma Road, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 379 4195 Kuzuko Lodge Olivenfontein Farm, Kommadagga, Addo Elephant Park. Tel: +27 (0) 42 235 1037 Kwantu Private Game Reserve 1 Sidbury Farm, Sidbury, Makana District. Tel: +27 (0) 42 203 1400 Lalibela Game Reserve N2-90km outside PE towards Grahamstown. Tel: +27 (0) 41 581 8170 Maitland Nature Reserve Beachview Road. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 McArthur Pool and Leisure Centre Beach Road, Humewood, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 582 2282/5 Nduna Lodge Old Grahamstown Road, Alexandria. Tel: +27 (0) 46 653 0501 Nguni River Lodge Nyathi Concession, Addo Elephant National Park. Tel: +27 (0) 42 235 1022 Nukakamma PPC Canoe Trail 72 Aquavista Crescent, Cannonville. Tel: +27 (0) 41 468 0238 Paintball Heaven 48 Victoria drive Walmer, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 379 2443 Pumba Private Game Reserve 15 Km from Grahamstown, Glenlyfarm, Highlands. Tel: +27 (0) 46 603 2000 Quatermain s Camp Carnarvondale, Amakhala Game Reserve, Paterson. Tel: +27 (0) 83 565 2870 Raggy Charters Port Elizabeth Harbour, Algoa Bay Yacht Club. Tel: +27 (0) 41 378 2528 SAMREC (SA Marine Rehabilitation & Education Centre) Cape Recife Nature Reserve, Marine Drive, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 583 1830 Sardinia Bay Nature Reserve Sardinia Bay Road. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 Schotia Safaris After Nanaga on route to Paterson. Tel: +27 (0) 42 235 1436 Seaview Game & Lion Park Seaview Road. Tel: +27 (0) 41 378 1702 Settlers Park Nature Reserve Howe Avenue off Park Drive, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 Shamwari Game Reserve Situated along the R342, Eastern Cape, Paterson district. Tel: +27 (0) 41 407 1000 St. George s Park St. Georges Park, Park Drive, Central, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 Sundays River Ferry 121 Aquavista Crescent, Cannonville. Tel: +27 (0) 41 468 0140 Swartkops Aloe Reserve Old Grahamstown Road (R102), Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 The Boma Reptile World 424 Sardinia bay road, Lovermore park, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 366 1591 Van Der Kemps Kloof Nature Reserve Church Street, Bethelsdorp, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve Off N2, Witteklip. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 Victoria Park Victoria Park Drive, South End, Port Elizabeth. Tel: +27 (0) 41 506 5412 Game Reserves Aquatic 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Addo Elephant Back Safaris Appreciate nature from an elephant s perspective by experiencing Addo Elephant Back Safari s. This experience includes a safari on the back of an elephant followed by walking besides these gentle giants. This will allow you to interact with the elephants and observe their habits in their natural environment. Luxury accommodation is available. Email: res@addoelephantbacksafaris.co.za Web: www.addoelephantbacksafaris.co.za Bookings essential 8 15 Heavenly Stables Heavenly Stables provide scenic two to two and a half hour beach rides through Sardinia Bay Nature Reserve onto Sardinia Bay Beach and back again. Also available is an one hour trail ride for those who prefer a shorter distance. All rides are with a professional guide. Lessons and ponies for parties are also available. Email: info@nmbt.co.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Bookings essential 22 Kamala Game Reserve Boasting 34kilometers of meandering river, spectacular game viewing, indigenous bush and forests and breathtaking views, Kamala offers an extensive range of ecooutdoor activities. These include game drives, guided horseback safaris, hiking, fishing, bird watching and night game viewing. The reserve s Sheercliff Adventure Centre also caters for tailor-made adventure tours. Email: info@kamala.co.za Web: www.kamala.co.za Bookings essential 29 Cape Recife Nature Reserve The Cape Recife Nature Reserve is regarded as one of the best bird watching venues in Port Elizabeth. The 9km Roseate Tern Hiking Trail starts at the entrance gate of the Nature Reserve and offers beautiful unspoilt beaches, natural dune vegetation, rocky outcrops, a lighthouse built in 1851, an old military observation post, as well as a bird hide. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 4pm McArthur Pool and Leisure Centre The baths are heated and cold fresh water, outdoor swimming pools with slides at the kiddies pools. There is a kiosk and pool bar on site, while visitors also have access to two restaurants, a surf shop and the adjoining beach. Season tickets are available. This venue is disabled-friendly. Full-time security and lifeguards, make McArthur Pool & Leisure Centre Your ideal place for safe family fun in the Sun. Email: amelia@belessex.co.za Web: www.belessex.com Open between 9:30am - 6pm Addo Elephant National Park The only wildlife reserve in the world that is home to the Big Seven, this park offers an affordable selection of accommodation to suit all tastes, most with a view of the wildlife area. A range of eco-activities include game viewing, guided game drives, guided horse trails, hiking trails and a 4x4 eco-adventure trail ensures an unrivalled and memorable African wildlife experience. Email: addoenquiries@sanparks.org Web: www.addoelephantpark.com Open between 7am - 7pm 9 Crisscross Adventures (Addo) Crisscross Adventures offers a personalized outdoor experience off the beaten track, for all. Whether it s canoeing down the beautiful and scenic Sundays River, bird watching, luxury mountain safaris, quad biking, hiking, mountain biking, fresh water and deep sea fishing, we will go out of our way to make your Addo experience a memorable one. Email: info@crisscrossadventures.co.za Web: www.crisscrossadventures.co.za Bookings essential 16 Hlosi Game Lodge Hlosi Game Lodge, part of the Amakhala Game Reserve, is a quiet grassland retreat offering rich game viewing and 5-star accommodation. Hlosi provides a rich, informative experience as we share our enthusiasm for conservation, food, and life. Enjoy the thrill of a game walk or safari - where Africa s Big Five and an array of antelope species roam free. Email: thepride@lionroars.com Web: www.lionroars.com Bookings essential 23 Kariega Game Reserve Kariega Game Reserve is a privately owned malariafree reserve situated in the Eastern Cape and offers a combination of Big Five game viewing and an expansive variety of fauna, flora and birdlife in a landscape that spans across five different eco-systems. Guests have a choice of four separate luxury lodges: River Lodge; Ukhozi Lodge; Main Lodge and The Homestead. Email: res2@kariega.co.za Web: www.kariega.co.za Bookings essential 30 Nduna Lodge Nduna Lodge prides itself in being flexible and is therefore able to accommodate just about everyone s needs. Pure relaxation on a game drive vehicle or getting up close and personal to 19 species of game on quad bikes are experiences guests should not miss. A 4-star lodge with stunning rooms and a relaxing lapa with incredible views await guests. Email: bookings@nduna.co.za Web: www.nduna.co.za Bookings essential Amakhala Game Reserve Amakhala Game Reserve is a Big five, malaria-free safari destination situated 60 kilometers from Port Elizabeth. This 7000 hectare reserve is renowned for its awesome topography, created by the slow, meandering Bushman s River. In addition to game drives, we offer boat cruises, guided walks, day safaris and luxury 4 and 5-star accommodation. FTTSA certified. Email: centralres@amakhala.co.za Web: www.amakhala.co.za Bookings essential 10 Daniell Cheetah Breeding Camp & African Crafts Daniell Cheetah Breeding Farm is a cheetah center which specializes in breeding programmes for cheetah relocation back into nature. Educational tours are offered in order to build awareness about these wonderful animals. The farm offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience which includes personal interaction with the cheetahs. Email: daniell@srvalley.co.za Web: www.daniellcheetahbreeding.co.za Open between 9am - 4:45pm 17 Holmeleigh Farmyard Holmeleigh Farmyard is an animal touch farm which offers tractor rides, pony rides, a jumping castle and various play structures. This is a children s paradise where farm life can be experienced firsthand by feeding, caring and learning about farm animals. Also available is a delightful tea garden and tuck shop located in a picturesque countryside setting. Email: starters@mweb.co.za Web: www.holmeleighfarmyard.com Open Tuesday to Sunday between 9:30am - 4:30pm 24 Kragga Kamma Game Park This African wildlife paradise is situated only 15 minute s drive from Port Elizabeth. Cheetah, giraffe, white rhino, waterbuck, buffalo, nyala, impala and many more animals roam freely here. Drive through in your own vehicle or choose the two hour guided game drive in an open game viewing vehicle. Light meals from the Bush Café and braai areas are available. There are also various accommodation options for guests. Email: cantor@worldonline.co.za Web: www.kraggakamma.com Open between 8am - 5pm 31 Nguni River Lodge Nguni River Lodge offers luxurious accommodation, outdoor adventure and a wide variety of game viewing opportunities. Guided game drives on open vehicles and walks led by professional rangers offer close encounters with the Big Five and smaller animals. Other outdoor activities include birding, elephant back safaris and horse riding. Email: gm@ngunilodges.co.za Web: www.ngunilodges.co.za Bookings essential Arctic Storm Boat Charters Arctic Storm Boat Charters offer a range of sea cruises, including trips to the islands in Algoa bay, and fishing charters (including game and bottom fishing). Built for comfort, the 36ft catamaran is equipped with a GPS navigation system, an electric toilet, fresh drinking water and a cabin for those who may feel the chill. Charters can be tailor-made. Email: info@arcticstorm.co.za Web: www.arcticstorm.co.za Bookings essential 11 Gorah Elephant Camp The incomparable thrill of quietly observing a passing herd of elephants while being served tea on the verandah of a Colonial manor house is an everyday occurrence at Gorah. This exclusive Big Five, malaria free, 5-star safari lodge recaptures the romantic mystique of authentic safaris of centuries past. Email: gorah@hunterhotels.com Web: www.hunterhotels.com Bookings essential 18 Huddlestone Helicopter Charter John Huddlestone from Helicopter Charter & Training CC. offers helicopter flips departing from the airport and Boardwalk Entertainment Complex. Fantastic Eastern Cape tour options are available and include tours of Port Elizabeth and the Addo Elephant National Park. A fly wherever you like option is also available. Rates on request. Email: helichar@iafrica.com Web: www.nmbt.co.za Bookings essential 25 Kuzuko Lodge This Big Five reserve is home to a stunning Cheetah population which is regularly viewed up close. Recreational activities include Khoi-San cave walks, star gazing, game and bird watching drives, game walks, night drives and specialized children s educational activities. This 5-star lodge boasts additional facilities such as a bush boma, wellness centre, swimming pool, and a curio shop. Email: das@dasconnexion.co.za Web: www.legacyhotels.co.za Bookings essential 32 Nukakamma PPC Canoe Trail The Nukakamma Canoe trail is a 29kilometer round trip, overnight, flat water trail on the Sundays River. It starts and ends in a village called Cannonville near Port Elizabeth. The trail is the only Green Flag Status canoe trail in South Africa and is one of the most soughtafter canoe trails in the country. Birdlife abounds in the area with 230 species being recorded. Email: rwrich@worldonline.co.za Web: www.trailinfo.co.za Bookings essential Baviaanskloof Baviaanskloof Mega Reserve, a proclaimed World Heritage Site, offers visitors various nature-based experiences which include mountain hiking, rock and mountain climbing, camping, bird watching, 4X4 trails and scenic drives. The reserve is habitat to more than 1000 plant species, 50 mammal species, over 300 bird species, amongst other wildlife. Email: reservations@ecparks.co.za Web: www.ecparks.co.za Bookings essential 12 Groendal Wilderness Area The Groendal Wilderness Area lies at the eastern extremity of the Groot Winterhoek Mountains. Its unspoilt and rugged terrain, with a multitude of kloofs with flowing streams result in a pristine wilderness area. The area also provides for a range of recreational opportunities associated with wilderness areas, such as wilderness hikes, etc. Email: groendalnr@telkomsa.net Web: www.nmbt.co.za Bookings essential 19 Humewood Golf Course Home to one of the world s most challenging links courses, Humewood Golf Club is consistently ranked as one of South Africa s Top 10 golf courses. A successful host of the SAA Open 2007, the golf course is complemented by an elegant clubhouse with a spectacular view. The length of the course is 5878 Meters with 18 Holes / Par 72. Email: info@humewoodgolf.co.za Web: www.humewoodgolf.co.za Open between 7am - 3pm (last tee off) 26 Kwantu Private Game Reserve Kwantu Private Game Reserve provides a mystical blend of nature and history to awaken your body, mind, and soul. Set on the legendary Sidbury plains, this untouched wilderness boasts a past as rich as its abundant wildlife population. Kwantu offers the Big Five, 5-star accommodation, tantalizing cuisine, an Elephant Sanctuary and a host of other activities. Email: reservations@kwantu.co.za Web: www.kwantu.co.za Bookings essential 33 Paintball Heaven Paintballing is an outdoor interest for all ages. Enthusiasts come to Paintball Heaven to satisfy all their paintballing needs. Come and enjoy an action-packed game on one of our new fields. The activity is ideal for corporate team-building, social get-togethers or kids parties. With refreshments and braai facilities, Paintball Heaven offers a great day out! Email: info@paintballheaven.co.za Web: www.paintballheaven.co.za Weekdays booking essential Saturday to Sunday open between 9am - 5pm Bayworld Bayworld offers a diverse collection of marine life, from tiny seahorses to awesome ragged tooth sharks. Daily presentations continue to fascinate visitors, while the colony of penguins and a harem of seals are an endless delight. The Reptile Park houses lizards, tortoises, snakes and crocodiles. The huge pythons and boa constrictors are a major draw card. Email: pr@bayworld.co.za Web: www.bayworld.co.za Open between 9am - 4:30pm 13 Grysbok Reserve Grysbok Game Reserve located on the NMMU main campus is a unique game reserve that offers both a walking trail and professionally guided game drives, in a habitat that includes both the dune fynbos and coastal marine environments. The game drives focus around a microcosm of the history, culture and the living environment in Port Elizabeth. Email: info@alantours.co.za Web: www.alantours.co.za Bookings essential 20 Iphintombi Iphintombi is the first black-owned stud farm in Africa and is involved in horse breeding of thoroughbred horses. It is also a citrus farm for the export market. Iphintombi has formed a partnership with Adventure Zone for their Stables Eco-Adventure Camp. This popular venue offers horse rides, abseiling, canoeing, tubing and more. Email: iphintombi@gmail.com Web: nmbt.co.za Bookings essential 27 Lalibela Game Reserve Lalibela spans five ecosystems resulting in a breathtaking diversity of plants, animals and birds. The game reserve offers the ultimate Big Five game viewing experience with early morning and sunset game drives in an open vehicle with an experienced game ranger. Each outdoor dining boma has a view of a waterhole, which is lighted after dark for night game viewing. Email: res@lalibela.co.za Web: www.lalibela.co.za Bookings essential 34 Pumba Private Game Reserve With its 5-star luxury game lodge located on a private game reserve, guests have every opportunity to enjoy the ultimate essence of a South African safari in style. Activities available include Big Five game drives, nocturnal drives, walks on the wild side (bush walks), archery, bird watching, bass fishing, star gazing, spa treatments, horse riding and golf nearby. Email: infopumba@pehotels.co.za Web: www.pumbagamereserve.co.za Bookings essential Bushman Sands Hotel & Golf Course The 4-star Bushman Sands Hotel is a delightful blend of rich heritage and modern luxury overlooking an 18-hole Gary Player Signature Golf Course. Guests can be pampered with a choice of beauty treatments or take in a mesmerizing African sunset. There is also the option of viewing big game from open game viewing vehicles or while onboard a boat cruise. Email: reservations3@riverhotels.co.za Web: www.riverhotels.co.za Bookings essential 14 21 28 35 Haaspoort Bushcamp Home to a large variety of wildlife and rare flora, the reserve captures the serenity and beauty of the Karoo. Enjoy a sunset game drive or bush walk or simply relax at the pool and watch the day slip away while enjoying delicious Karoo cuisine. Activities include hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, game drives, 4X4 trails and stargazing. Email: info@haaspoort.co.za Web: www.haaspoort.co.za Bookings essential Island Nature Reserve This reserve boasts tree species such as Outeniqua Yellow Wood, White and Hard Pear as well as White Milkwood. Fauna include small blue duiker, bushbuck, vervet monkeys and bush pigs. More than fifty species of birds have been recorded, amongst them the Knysna Loerie. The Reserve offers numerous walks as well as picnic sites and a braai area. Email: reservations@ecparks.co.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Open between 8am - 4:30pm Maitland Nature Reserve This 250 hectares forest reserve is found on temperate east-facing slopes and has three marked trails passing through the forest. Wild animals to be seen include bushbuck, blue duiker, monkeys and a host of smaller mammals. Birdlife is abundant and varied. The well-known and imposing Maitland s coastal sand dunes border the reserve. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 7:30am - 7pm Quatermain s Camp This classic 1920 s- style expedition camp is modelled on the heyday of exploration, that golden era when adventure lay around every corner. Our intimate six-bed camp offers you the opportunity to experience Africa under canvas, with three crisp white 1900 s style safari tents fitted out with military campaign style furnishings. Big Five game drives and walks are also available. Email: riaanbrand@hotmail.com Web: www.haggardandbrand.com Bookings essential Recommended to contact viewing areas before visiting to confirm opening & closing hours. While accurate at the time of printing, the information contained in this brochure is subject to change. Northern Beaches 50 St George s Strand 51 Wells Estate 52 Bluewater Bay 53 Swartkops River Mouth 54 New Brighton Beach List of Nelson Mandela Bay s Pristine Beaches Southern Beaches 55 King s Beach 56 Denville Beach 57 Humewood Beach 58 Hobie Beach 59 Pollok Beach 60 Beacon/Flat Rocks Nelson Mandela Bay s pristine beaches are legendary; with four beaches retaining their full stage Blue Flag status and one having been awarded pilot status (2008/09). The international Blue Flag is awarded annually to beaches that meet excellence in the areas of safety, amenities, cleanliness and environmental standards. Wheelchair friendly zones Wildside Beaches 61 Cape Recife 62 Willows Resort 63 Schoenmakerskop 64 Sardinia Bay 65 Beachview Beach 66 Maitland River Mouth 67 Blue Horizon Bay Beach 68 Van Stadens Beach Beach Manager s Office - Tel: 041 584 0584 or email: fcain@mandelametro.gov.za 36 Raggy Charters Raggy Charters offers Island Cruises and Sea & Sundowner Cruises in Algoa Bay which enable one to see Cape Fur Seals, numerous sea birds, surrounding shipwrecks and sometimes even schools of dolphins and whales. View one of the larger breeding colonies of endangered African Penguins which reside on St Croix Island Marine Reserve. Fishing charters are also offered. Email: info@raggycharters.co.za Web: www.raggycharters.co.za Bookings essential 43 St. George s Park St George s Park, established in 1860, is spread over 73 hectares of wooded parkland. The park incorporates the world-famous Port Elizabeth Cricket Club; the founder cricket club in South Africa. The oldest bowling green in South Africa; the Prince Alfred s Guard Memorial as well as the 1882 Victorian Pearson Conservatory which was built for the cultivation of exotic plants. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 4pm 37 SAMREC (SA Marine Rehabilitation & Education Centre) SAMREC s marine bird rehabilitation and education centre situated in the Cape Recife Nature Reserve, allows visitors to experience nature through sight, sound and touch. Visit the hospital and see the volunteers in action helping to save our environment, in particular the endangered African Penguin. Cape Recife Nature Reserve guided hikes available. Email: shaca@global.co.za Web: www.samrec.org.za Open between 8:30-5pm 44 45 46 47 48 49 Sundays River Ferry Ferry cruises up and down the Sundays River include a stop at the world-renowned Alexandria Dune Fields. Explore and enjoy the most exquisite views of sea, dunes, islands and river mouth. Various packages are available with the most popular being a two and a half hour cruise along the estuary towards the river mouth. Onboard catering is available upon request. Email: info@addocruises.co.za Web: www.addocruises.co.za Bookings essential 38 Sardinia Bay Nature Reserve Sardinia Bay, which lies between Schoenmakerskop and Seaview outside Port Elizabeth, is accessed by traveling along Sardinia Bay Road. This popular beach has picnic facilities and is one of the best walking beaches with miles of unspoilt coastline. Snorkeling and scuba-diving are favored activities. Sardinia Bay is also the starting point of the eight kilometer Sacramento Hiking Trail. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 4pm Swartkops Aloe Reserve The Swartkops Estuary, with its adjacent saltpans, is one of the prime places in the country to see the less common estuarine waders and terns. It is an important bird area, with over 10 000 water birds in summer and is one of the must see birding venues in Nelson Mandela Bay (low tide is essential). Other activities include fishing and general river activities. Schotia Safaris This malaria-free game reserve has an abundance of wild game with over 15 antelope species, several smaller African animals, such as warthog, monkeys, genets, etc. and other larger African animals such as hippo, giraffe and rhino. Schotia was the first reserve in the Eastern Cape Province to have free roaming lions and boasts a healthy pride of hunting lions. Email: schotia@intekom.co.za Web: www.schotia.com Bookings essential The Boma Reptile World Come learn and enjoy our snakes, lizards, geckos and tortoises! With over 40 species of reptiles, The Boma Reptile World will intrigue, entertain and educate. Tours last between 30 and 45 minutes. Venomous reptile shows are presented every Saturday and Sunday at 11am and 2pm. The Boma offers light meals and refreshments every weekend. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Email: info@peboma.co.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Web: www.peboma.co.za www.sprachenmarkt.de, Suggested Tel: +49-711-45 visiting 10 times: 17 370, 8am service@sprachenmarkt.de - 4pm Wednesdays to Fridays open between 2pm - 4pm Saturday to Sunday open between 10am - 4pm 39 40 Seaview Game & Lion Park Set in 100 hectares of bush and grassland, the Park offers close-up game viewing of over 40 animal species such as giraffe; blesbok; wildebeest; zebra; caracal; African wildcat and vervet monkey. Rare white lions and a Siberian tiger can be viewed in separate dens. Birds are plentiful. Amenities include a curio shop, restaurant, boma and braai & picnic area. Email: seaview@isat.co.za Web: www.seaviewgamepark.co.za Open between 9am - 5pm Van Der Kemps Kloof Nature Reserve Van Der Kemps Kloof Nature Reserve houses the 8 Kilometre Van Der Kemps Kloof Trail which starts at the historical Bethelsdorp Village. With magnificent views across the Swartkops Valley and Algoa Bay, the reserve hosts a wide variety of small buck, birds and other indigenous fauna and flora. Picnic and braai facilities are available. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 6pm 41 Settlers Park Nature Reserve The 54-hectare tranquil Settlers Park is located in the heart of the city and offers short walks. Facilities include a flower display house, a Marquette of the 1820 Settlers Statue, indigenous flora, rock pools with stepping-stones and grassed areas ideal for picnicking. The park is rich in bird life, small buck and other fauna. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 4pm Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve This 400 hectare nature reserve protects the unique vegetation of the area. Two nature trails and picnic sites are available. The steep sides of the gorge and pass are well wooded in sub-tropical thicket, while the plateau is vegetated by fynbos. Varied birdlife can be seen, while animals in the area include baboons, duiker and smaller mammals. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 7:30am - 5pm 42 Shamwari Game Reserve Home to the coveted Big Five and the crown jewel of private game reserves, Shamwari offers an unsurpassed nature experience. This privately owned 25 000 hectares of prime wildlife terrain has received numerous international awards. Shamwari, which means friend, is where guests and wildlife live in harmony for a special moment in time. Email: reservations@mantiscollection.com Web: www.shamwari.com Bookings essential Victoria Park The tranquil Victoria Park offers beautiful landscaped gardens, attractive water-lily ponds with quaint stone bridges, a thatched gazebo where one can linger to enjoy the solitude, as well as a large pleasant lawn area with shaded trees, ideal for picnicking. The park is also a popular bird watching site. Email: publichealth@mandelametro.gov.za Web: www.nmbt.co.za Suggested visiting times: 8am - 4pm