It’s an easy and attractive drive from Cape Town to the coastal playground of Plettenburg Bay, and there's some beautiful, non-malarial safari territory beyond.
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Eastern Cape Holidays: An Overview
South Africa is famous for the diversity of its landscapes and the Eastern Cape is no exception.
Why we think you’ll love it
- The Eastern Cape combines extremely well with a stay in Cape Town and the Winelands, either at the beginning or end of your stay - we can help you tailor make your perfect holiday.
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Luxury Eastern Cape Holidays: The Detail
The diversity of the scenery is one of the most striking characteristics of the region, with surroundings ranging from the arid Great Karoo of the interior to endless sweeps of sandy beaches, the big game safari parks in and around Addo National Park to the lush green forests of the Tsitsikamma National Park.
Luxury Eastern Cape holidays are all about experiencing the great outdoors. It is particularly renowned for its coastline, which is a paradise for watersports enthusiasts. Surfers come from far and wide to ride the waves at Jeffreys Bay, and there are many spots that make for an ideal seaside escape such as Plettenberg Bay.
Other attractions include the unspoilt Tsitsikamma National Park, big game safaris and, for adrenalin junkies, the world's highest bungee jump, over the Storms River.
Original Travel have a selection of the finest places to stay during your luxury holiday that between them, take in the best that the Eastern Cape has to offer. They can be experienced individually or by renting a car and driving between the various destinations.
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A note on price
South Africa’s USP is the sheer variety of experiences it offers (from food and drink to diving to safari), which makes it tricky to provide guide prices. A luxury holiday combining Cape Town and the Winelands could cost around £2,000 per person, while upgrading to the best hotels and including a top end safari could add a few thousand to the bill. Learn more about our pricing
Weather in January
- Average Temp. — 22°C / 71°F
- Rainfall — 2cm / 0.8 inches
- Water Temp. — 19°C / 66°F
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The Villa at Hog Hollow
Eastern Cape
Situated near the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, The Villa at Hog Hollow Country Lodge is set on a private nature reserve, with breathtaking views over the indigenous Tsitsikamma Forest and Mountains.
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Kurland
Eastern Cape
Kurland is a luxury country hotel set on a 700-hectare estate near Plettenberg Bay, on South Africa’s famous ‘Garden Route’.
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Settler's Drift
Eastern Cape
Settler’s Drift is a 5-star luxury tented lodge set amidst the Kariega Nature Reserve – a big five reserve - on South Africa’s Eastern Cape. Dotted with lanterns and roaring fires this unique camp is as welcoming to guests now as the land was to the original settlers in 1820.
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Kurland Villa
Eastern Cape
Home to Peter and Dianne Behr, owners of the Kurland Hotel Polo Estate, Kurland Villa has been in the family for three generations. Set in park like surroundings in a secluded location, it is ideal for families and friends looking for a private and exclusive getaway.
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Oyster Bay Lodge
Eastern Cape
Located between Knysna and Port Elizabeth lies Oyster Bay Lodge, a beautiful Coastal Reserve which is set on 235 hectares and incorporates magnificent dunes, woods, river deltas, beaches, wetlands, lagoons, free roaming horses and an extensive birdlife.
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Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
Eastern Cape
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve is spread along the Great Fish River, with the added bonus of being in the malaria free Eastern Cape.
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