The Eastern Cape (Xhosa: iMpuma-Kapa; Afrikaans: Oos-Kaap [ˈuəs.kɑːp]) is one of the nine provinces of South Africa. Its capital is Bhisho, and its largest city is Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). Due to its climate and nineteenth-century towns, it is a common location for tourists.

Jan 25, 2025 · Eastern Cape, province, south-central South Africa. It is bordered by Western Cape province to the west, Northern Cape province to the northwest, Free State province and Lesotho to the north, KwaZulu-Natal province to the northeast, and the Indian Ocean to the southeast and south.

The Eastern Cape's natural diversity ranges from the evergreen Tsitsikamma Forest, with its renowned Otter Trail, to the rugged Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area, the southern slopes of the Drakensberg and the imposing Great Karoo. The Eastern Cape offers visitors every type of outdoor experience.

2 days ago · The Eastern Cape of South Africa is home to stunning coastal towns, each offering a unique charm, breathtaking scenery, and rich history. Here are four of them you MUST visit…

The Eastern Cape is a province of South Africa. Its capital is Bhisho. Its two largest cities are Port Elizabeth and East London. It was formed in 1994. It was the home of the 1820 settlers. The central and eastern part of the province is the traditional home of the Xhosa people.

Apr 25, 2022 · From the sea to the inland desert, the scenery of the Eastern Cape is spectacular. And there are so many things to do: sightseers can explore everything from ancient forests and gaping valleys to craggy sea cliffs and the lush coastline stretching from the Tsitsikamma section of Garden Route National Park to the subtropical Wild Coast.

Experience the Eastern Cape. The Eastern Cape's Wild Coast runs along a rugged coast of untouched shorelines, shipwrecks and traditional Xhosa Culture. From marine safari activities to local cultural encounters and adrenaline adventures, the Wild Coast shows off with exquisite coastal scenery and outdoor excursions fit for the whole family.

From lush tropical forests to uninhabited desert expanses, and from easy-going hammock time to adrenaline-pumping adventures, the Eastern Cape offers a wide range of topography and experiences.

Apr 4, 2024 · Boasting beautiful national parks, gorgeous scenery, and a vast swathe of beautiful coastline that hugs the Indian Ocean, the Eastern Cape in South Africa is a delight to explore, with something for everyone to enjoy.

From stunning coastlines and magnificent wildlife to rich cultural experiences and adventure activities, the Eastern Cape draws visitors from all over the world.