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Great to be near the sea and nature
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Didn't find any
In a nutshell
a feeling for the ocean
If you don't walk see at least the pounding sea
Alain_Smeets Says: Some people are not into walking over those wooden logs towards the suspension bridge, but still you can wonder around the place over the hard access roads.You can watch the sea pound against the cliffs in front of the restaurant or even have a look at the small waterfall...
Walk towards the suspension bridge
Alain_Smeets Says: When you only have a few hours or less time do the walk towards the suspension bridge over the Storm River. It's a good chance to stretch your legs and the landscapes are good.The trail starts just behind the restaurant and the first thing you see is a small waterfall coming...
Paul Sauer Bridge (Stormsriver Bridge)
PierreZA Says: The area around the bridge has been, and still is a very popular stopover for travelers. Besides the attraction of the bridge, there are a few shops, restaurants and petrol station. You will also find a very good Information Centre where you can do reservations and bookings....
Highest Bungy Jump in the World
PierreZA Says: The Bloukrans Gorge is spanned by a the amazing Bloukrans Bridge. From here, you will be able to do the highest bungy jump in the world! 216mIt is spectacular to watch, and there are very good viewpoints.You will also find a restaurant and souvenir shop at the site. It is...
PierreZA Says: There are many things to do in the area, within 10 to 30 kilometres from the Park. If you travel a few kilometers on the N2 direction Port Elizabeth, you will find the small village of Stormsriver. It has changes a lot during he past few years, but still have a relaxed...
mvtouring Says: As you drive along the N2 , you cannot help but notice this fantastic bridge . It has an area where you can fill up with petrol, leave you car and walk to the lookout point from where you are able to take the most stunning pics.
Jenniflower Says: This stretch of the coast is quite wild and rocky, but there are lovely little beaches dotted here and there.At this park there is a brown sand beach just below the restaurant area.I noticed some people sun tanning in the camp site or on the rocks too..as long as it's not...
Jenniflower Says: If you arent feeling that adventurous or fit, try the Waterfall Trail!It is basically the first day of the Otter Trail and you see some beautiful vegetation.You also get to swim in the waterfall, so make sure you bring your swimming costume!
Tsitsikamma Restaurant: Enjoyable meal overlooking the ocean :)
Jenniflower Says: This is a perfect spot for a restaurant.Perched atop a small rocky area, overlooking the beach and the wilderness going to the susupension bridge on the one side, and the open sea on the other side... most tables have good views!Service was friendly and only a tad slow. I...
Jenniflower Says: We went on an hour long boat trip that left from just below the front-end of the suspension bridge.You have to walk for about 45 minutes along the Suspension Trail, along an easy boarded walk, to this little jetty.There were only a few of us, and they took us a little out to...
PierreZA Says: These are actually information about what is not allowed, as this is a conservation area.No anglingNo power boats allowedNo roller blade / skateboardsNothing, eg shells, driftwood, seeds, bait etc may be removed from the areaNo pets allowed
Jenniflower Says: There are also many different types of indigenous South African flowers, like proteas, along the paths to look at.On the other side of the suspension bridge there is a little rocky beach too, with the most gorgeous smooth rocks, worn away by the tide's waters over many...
Jenniflower Says: This part of the coast is quite wild, and the waves keep you up at night, crashing against the rocks in front of you.The currents are strong here too, and would be dangerous even for a really strong swimmer.Definately NOT surfing potential either! Lovely waves but not...
Jenniflower Says: Some of the birds seen in the area are: Kelp Gulls and Cape Gannet ~ found everywhere along the coast here.Giant Kingfishers and African Black Oystercatchers ~ along the coast and river.African Crowned Eagle, African Goshawk, Black Sparrowhawk and African Wood Owl ~ in the...
Jenniflower Says: For the sporting enthusiast there are plenty of sports you can partake in here at the park as well as in the local area.Ones not mentioned in the tip above are:~ You can go abseiling & climbing ~ Hiking is a favourite sport due to the many trails on offer here~...
Jenniflower Says: There are 'gentler' sporty things you can do here, some for the novice and some for the more adventurous!There are also more extreme sports you can do too, which is detailed in the tip below.There are the more adventurous hikes and trails to do, as well as more gentle and...
Jenniflower Says: One of my favourite Bible verses:'The Lord on high is mightier, than the noise of many waters, yeah than the mighty waves of the sea' Psalm 93v4If you have visited this area you will undertsand why this plaque was put here... how very apt is it.The storms rage, the waves are...
Jenniflower Says: Sure, it was our honeymoon.. but we took the backgammon along too!!! :)It is one of our favourite games, where I mostly win ;) (Lance is the King of scrabble, I am the Queen of backgammon).On our last night, after a scrumptious meal, served at the park's restaurant, we...
Jenniflower Says: The word 'Tsitsikamma' is a Khoisan word, meaning: 'place of much water'. Is this referring to the ice clear water for the river here? Who can say for certain.. it certainly is a beautiful and meaningful name for this area.The Tsitsikamma forest area is part of the well...
Jenniflower Says: The park is open from 07:00 – 19:00, and there are security guards around whilst the gates are closed.You can only check in at 12:00 but can leave your suitcase at reception if you arrive earlier.You have to be out of your cabin quite early in the morning (9:00), which...
Plan a Tsitsikamma Nasionale Park vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Tsitsikamma Nasionale Park locals
Make the trip out to the waterfall on Otter Trail !From the starting Point at the Oceanettes it is a walk of 3km (takes about 1 1/2 hours one way).The Trail...
Q: We would like to book one night from 16 May 2009 to 17 May 2009. Is it possible and what is your price per night. 2 Adults
A: This is NOT the hotel's website. You are mistaken.
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Nature at its best - Beautiful Tsitsikamma
The Tsitsikamma National Park is known to me since childhood. I visit this beautiful place almost once a year. It was previously called Stormsriver mouth, as this is exactly what it is. The Park is a...
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Where the booming brakers of the Indian Ocean relentlessly pound rocky shores, where ancient rivers cave their path to the ocean down rocky ravines. This is the place of "much water", this is...
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The highlight of your Garden Route trip
Tsitsikamma National Park is a must see attraction when you're cruising the Garden Route between Port Elizabeth and Mossel Bay. We stayed here just for one night, but there's more to see, and if...
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Another leg of our honeymoon ~ Tsitsikamma!
This was another of our honeymoon destinations. A National Park, it lies on the coast and at the mouth of the Storms River Mouth. In this river mouth there are seven different species of shark.. and...
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