A Little Bit of Magic in the Eastern Cape South Africa - Port Alfred

For anyone travelling to South Africa, try not to missAs mentioned, the town is popular with surfers and
out on a little town in the Eastern Cape called Portscuba divers. A visit to the Dive and Adventure Centre
Alfred which is set on the warm Indian Ocean, withprovides all the information and services on offer in the
kilometres of sand dunes in both directions; Port Alfredarea. The golden beaches and huge sand dunes
is a magical little town which offers a taste ofprovide great sand-boarding opportunities for the kids
everything. For all you water enthusiasts out there, Portand relaxing long walks for the adults. The town also
Alfred has a wide range of activities from fishing,has a real mix of shopping facilities including small
surfing, scuba diving and canoeing.antiques shops, art galleries and lovely restaurants.
Its history is closely linked with the 1820 settlers. AIf flying is your thing, then Port Alfred doesn't disappoint.
monument on the side of the Kowie where theThe world class No 43 Flying School founded on a
settlers crossed the river and a church with settlers'WW1 airstrip has the finest flying school teaching
gravestones are a just a few attractions in the town.facilities in the Southern hemisphere.
The friendly village atmosphere and beautiful climateThere are also some marvellous hikes available
make it the perfect place to visit. The unique archedincluding beach hikes. You could always enjoy a
bridge which crosses the Kowie River provides afabulous horseback ride along the pristine beaches via
landmark for all those visiting or passing through. Eachthe Milkwood dune forests. For golfers there are two
evening, the bridge is lit up with a wonderful display ofexcellent 18 hole golf courses - the Fish River Sun
multicoloured lights for all to enjoy. This is especially acourse designed by Gary Player and the Royal Port
delight watching from the banks of the Kowie or on aAlfred set against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean.
boat with a glass of wine in your hand.