| Synonymous with gorgeous weather, Port | | | | Home to the largest population of elephants on |
| Elizabeth in South Africa's Garden Route is the | | | | the planet, Addo Elephant Park is the perfect |
| best place to visit for enjoying ocean and beach | | | | place to spend a day while visiting Port Elizabeth. |
| related activities such as sun bathing, sailing, scuba | | | | During your tour through Addo Elephant Park you'll |
| diving, and boating, as well as fine dining, shopping, | | | | see mother elephants tending to their young, as |
| and more. In addition, Port Elizabeth is also famous | | | | well as antelopes, zebras, lions, leopards, buffalos, |
| for its close-proximity to local townships and | | | | rhinos, and more. As you observe these |
| private game reserves. | | | | magnificent creatures in their natural environment, |
| With its ideal location in the Garden Route, Port | | | | guides can provide you with their rich knowledge |
| Elizabeth is a short drive to a variety of game | | | | on the behavior and lifestyle of these animals. |
| reserves including Shamwari Private Game | | | | The City Tour: |
| Reserve, Addo Elephant Park, and a handful of | | | | Gain a deep insight into the local villages and |
| other smaller reserves where visitors can view a | | | | people as you venture to the nearby townships |
| wide spectrum of diverse fauna and flora as well | | | | of Kwazakhele, Zwide, and New Brighton. During |
| as the Big Five. | | | | this visit, you'll discover what it was like for South |
| Port Elizabeth is also known for its rich historical | | | | Africans during the apartheid and how their social |
| and cultural heritage.As the second oldest city in | | | | history has shaped their existence today. You'll |
| South Africa, Port Elizabeth is celebrate for its | | | | also travel down one of the main shopping |
| Xhosa heritage and a wide spectrum of historical | | | | streets where street vendors sell their products |
| landmarks such as the Historic Donkin Heritage | | | | and works of art, visit a local community-run |
| Trail, Old Hill, old-world architecture, and stunning | | | | children school (where some of the funds from |
| parks comprised of intricate gardens and | | | | your tour fee goes to), and tour through Red |
| gorgeous green fields. | | | | Location-the oldest township in South Africa. |
| Although Port Elizabeth is famous for its beauty | | | | During your trip to the local townships, you'll |
| and abundance of activities, some argue that | | | | partake in one of the most rewarding |
| nothing compares to visiting a local township | | | | experiences of a lifetime as you witness the |
| where you can interact with locals, learn about | | | | excitement and eagerness of the locals to share |
| their everyday lifestyles, and immerse yourself in | | | | with you their lives and history. Throughout the |
| an enlightening cultural experience. | | | | entire tour you will learn about the history of Port |
| For those looking to travel off the beaten path, a | | | | Elizabeth as you interact with the guides and |
| tour through Port Elizabeth is the perfect way to | | | | locals. Because you are not traveling in a closed |
| open your eyes to hidden areas you would have | | | | vehicle, you have the rare opportunity to interact |
| never seen on your own. Whether you're looking | | | | with the locals without the barriers of a car or |
| to take a safari tour through a nearby game | | | | bus window. |
| reserve or tour a local Xhosa township, there are | | | | Shebeen Tours: |
| a variety tour providers that bring you up-close | | | | If you love the social atmosphere of a pub than |
| to it all. | | | | you'll absolutely love a Shebeen tour. Shebeens, |
| Some of the best tour providers in the Garden | | | | which were previously outlawed, are places where |
| Route area are the Fair Trade In Tourism | | | | the local community gets together for drinks, |
| (FTTSA) certified touring companies. These | | | | music, and dancing. The Shebeen is a way for |
| companies give back to the local economy, | | | | locals to socialize and enjoy a drink while listening |
| communities, and school systems, and work to | | | | to live music. On a Shebeen tour, you'll experience |
| sustain the local environment to ensure a thriving | | | | the entertaining atmosphere of a variety of |
| wilderness. | | | | Shebeens and have the opportunity to interact |
| Select from a variety of excellent tours, including... | | | | with the local Xhosa people, and enjoy a traditional |
| The Addo Day Tour: | | | | dinner and drinks! |