Attractions IN/AROUND Umtata
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Collywobbles Vulture Colony
The sheer cliffs of the Mbashe gorge in rural Mthatha, on the Mbashe River, play host to a colony of Cape vultures who have apparently lived and bred here since the late 1890s. The colony, in this far remote corner of the Transkei, has been ...
Nature Reserves
Dwesa Cwebe Nature Reserves
The two fairly small sister nature reserves of Dwesa and Cwebe lie separated only by the Mbashe River on the central wild coast, bordered on one side by the forest-fringed shores of the Indian Ocean, and on the other by the undulating hills and ...
Marine Protected Areas
Hluleka Marine Protected Area
The Hluleka Marine Protected Area runs alongside the 772 hectare Hluleka Nature Reserve, midway between Coffee Bay and Port St Johns, protecting 4 km of the Eastern Cape's Wild Coast, south west of Port St Johns. These waters protect the southern right ...
Nature Reserves
Hluleka Nature Reserve
The virtually undiscovered Hluleka Nature Reserve lies roughly 20 kilometres south of Port St Johns on South Africa's Wild Coast, a part of the world most aptly described in terms of its rugged and natural unspoiled beauty. The nature reserve lies along ...
Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
Luchaba Nature Reserve
Close to the town of Umtata, now known as Mthatha, lies the charming 460 hectare nature reserve of Luchaba. Luchaba Nature Reserve lies adjacent to the Mthatha Dam and is home to a variety of wildlife, a series of wetlands and grasslands that support a ...
Nature Reserves
Mkambati Nature Reserve
Flanked on either side by the forested ravines of the Msikaba and Mtentu Rivers, Mkambati Nature Reserve is 8000 hectares of coastal reserve that consists mainly of grassland, close to the KwaZulu Natal border in north-east Pondoland. Despite being ...
Airports / Landmarks
Mthatha Airport
The Mthatha Airport is great for visitors that have booked accommodation in Mthatha or the surrounding seaside towns and villages. The airport was called the KD Matanzima Airport after the president of the area that was once known as the Transkei. The ...
Mandela Route / Landmarks / Museums
Nelson Mandela Museum
The Museum offers visitors an inspiring journey through the life of Nelson Mandela. Known affectionately as 'Madiba', he is loved and respected world-wide for his tireless energy to bring about a better life for all. Mandela has insisted that the Museum ...
Beaches
Wild Coast Beaches
This part of the Eastern Cape extends from the Great Kei River just outside East London to the Mtamvuna River, and includes parts of what was, until quite recently, known as the Transkei. The landscapes and the coast are, as the name implies, wild and ...
Golf Courses
Wild Coast Sun Golf Course
A memorable golf course situated on the magnificent Wild Coast. World-renowned golf course architect, Robert Trent Jones, has used the dramatic coastal setting to maximum effect, designing an interesting and challenging course with some unforgettable ...
... and a little further afield
Marine Protected Areas
Dwesa-Cwebe Marine Protected Area
The Eastern Cape's Dwesa-Cwebe lies between East London and Port St Johns, divided into Cwebe to the east, and Dwesa to the south-west of the Mbashe River. The Marine Protected Area stretches 14 km along the length of the two reserves, three to five ...
Natural Wonders
Hole In The Wall
The Hole in the Wall at Coffee Bay is a unique structure with a huge detached cliff that has a giant opening carved through its centre by the waves. The local Xhosa call this place "izi Khaleni", which means "place of thunder". During certain seasons and ...
Mountain Passes
Kei Cuttings
Between Komka and Butterworth the N2 passes through what is known as the Kei Cuttings, a notorious section of road for its high prevalence of accidents due, in no small part, to high mists and wandering cattle. This section of the ...
Botanical Gardens
Kwelera National Botanical Garden
Kwelera is officially classified as a 'conservation garden' promoting biodiverisity education to locals and attracting tourists to the region. But it is going to be some time before its intention to attract visitors and learners becomes a reality. Its ...
Miscellaneous / Landmarks / Waterfalls
Magwa Waterfall
The Magwa waterfall is pretty impressive. It is one of few waterfalls on the rugged Wild Coast that is accessible – others entail such effort to reach that they're seldom seen by any but the most intrepid travellers. It lies in the middle of the 1 800 ...
Lakes / Dams / Landmarks / Marine Protected Areas
Pondoland Centre of Endemism
Between Port St Johns, on the Wild Coast, and the Msikaba formation sandstone gorges of Oribi Gorge, in KwaZulu-Natal, stretches a biological hotspot filled with forests, grassland, and incised river valleys. It has been described as a 'wonderland' and ...
Marine Protected Areas
Pondoland Marine Protected Area
The largest Marine Protected Area in South Africa, the Pondoland MPA lies on one of the most rugged, wild and beautiful coasts of South Africa - the Eastern Cape's Wild Coast. It stretches for 90 km between the Mzamba River, just south of the ...
Nature Reserves
Silaka Nature Reserve
The Silaka Nature Reserve serves to protect the biodiversity of the coastal forest in the region, and stretches along the coastline between Second Beach and Sugarloaf Rock - 400 hectares of striking coast, a forest of towering trees, and grassland - an ...
Golf Courses
The Olivewood Golf Course
The Olivewood Golf Course in Cintsa is just 40 kilometres from East London in the scenic South African province of the Eastern Cape. The 18-hole championship course is a prized feature of the Olivewood Private Estate ...
Landmarks / Natural Wonders
Waterfall Bluff
Between Port St Johns and the Mkambathi Nature Reserve (but closer to the Msikaba River than Port St Johns) is Waterfall Bluff. It is not that easy to reach; one cannot simply drive to a clearly marked lookout point and gaze at it. Reaching it as part of ...
Umtata as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Bisho, Butterworth, Cintsa, Coffee Bay, Glengariff, Haga Haga, Kei Mouth, Kwelera, Lusikisiki, Mazeppa Bay, Mngcibe, Morgans Bay, Mthatha, Port Edward, Port St Johns, Qolora Mouth
Staying Overnight
Travel Inn Mthatha
Travel Inn Mthatha offers guests comfortable accommodation. There are 23 hotel rooms each with a private bathroom. The Hotel provides 24 hour acc...
Lodge Bellagio
Lodge Bellagio offers complete privacy and relaxation for the tourist or business traveller. Tourists will enjoy the comfort of this guest house,...
Dans Country Lodge
Nestled in the peaceful countryside, just 22km outside of Mthatha, Dans Country Lodge is set in the backdrop of vast rolling hills, with clean, f...
Mayfair Hotel
Mayfair Hotel is situated in Mthatha and offers accommodation in a selection of room types. The hotel is close to the Translux and City to City b...
Hotel Savoy & Conference Centre
Hotel Savoy offers luxury rooms and suites that are affordable for business and family accommodation in the city of Mthatha on the Wild Coast. Ho...
The Ridge Bed and Breakfast
The Ridge is a modern, stylish and comfortable home away from home. The Ridge offers accommodation in seven uniquely styled private rooms. The ro...
Obaa Sima Guest House
Obaa Sima Guest House in Umtata offers a selection of rooms each with an en-suite bathroom. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a TV wit...
Shoes Guest House Two
Shoes Guest House Two in the Central Mthatha area and offers value for money accommodation. Shoes Guest House Two has deluxe king rooms, each wit...
Rose Bella BnB
Rose Bella Bnb is situated in Mthatha, a predominantly Xhosa part the Eastern Cape. The establishment has parking and internet access. Room facil...
Elam Guest House
Elam Guest House offers accommodation in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, provides modern comfort and charm, with personalized hospitality and a natural at...
2 on Timber
2 on Timber offers accommodation in 20 en-suite rooms, including two family rooms. Whether you are looking for business accommodation or holiday ...
Real Vision Guest House
Real Vision Guesthouse is situated in Mthatha Central and offers value for money and luxury accommodation, making it the ideal place for travelle...
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