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Situated on the scenic Sunshine Coast of South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, Port Alfred has rightfully earned its reputation as a beloved holiday destination. It’s also conveniently located equidistant from the cities of Port Elizabeth and East London , making it easy to reach. With its extensive stretch of sandy beaches and idyllic location along the Kowie River , Port Alfred is a beautiful destination that offers plenty of recreational fun for visitors.

Take a short road trip to Bathurst

A brief history of port alfred.

Port Alfred traces its roots to the early 19th century when British settlers established it as a military and naval base. Originally named Port Frances, it gained strategic importance due to its harbor on the Kowie River. In 1860, the town was officially renamed Port Alfred in honor of Prince Alfred, the second son of Queen Victoria. Thriving in the late 19th and early 20th centuries through trade, agriculture, and timber, Port Alfred evolved into a cultural and recreational hub, drawing tourists and retirees with its historical architecture and the scenic Kowie River. The establishment of the Royal Alfred Marina in 1989 brought upscale residential development, revitalizing the town and solidifying its status as a sought-after destination. Today, Port Alfred continues to be a popular destination for tourists and retirees seeking a tranquil coastal lifestyle.

Best Things to See and Do in Port Alfred

Whether you love nature, enjoy history, or just want to relax by the sea, Port Alfred has activities for everyone. Keep reading to discover the best things to do in this beautiful place.

Enjoy beach days in Port Alfred

Port Alfred’s beaches stand out with their beautiful scenery, gentle waves, and soft sands. Because of this, the beaches here are great for both swimming and water sports. Some of the beaches are also surrounded by dunes, giving you a chance to try your hand at sand boarding.

East Beach is a favorite among families and dog lovers . With its long stretch of sun-kissed, golden sands, it is a wonderful beach for swimming , walking and soaking in the sunshine. It’s also a renowned surfing spot, with excellent waves! Ever wanted to try sand boarding ? The dunes surrounding East Beach provide the perfect opportunity for that, too!

Where to find East Beach : Click here for precise Google Map Directions.

While strong rip tides at West Beach make it less suitable for swimming, it remains an excellent family-friendly destination, featuring a scenic, extensive stretch of sand that’s perfect for leisurely strolls, sunbathing, and fun beach activities.

Where to find West Beach: Click here for precise Google Map Directions.

Kelly’s Beach

Kellie’s Beach proudly holds the prestigious Blue Flag status. This means safety, cleanliness, facilities, and lifeguard services are top-notch. The 400-meter-long beach provides lots of space for activities and sunbathing. Kids can enjoy playing in the rock pools on the west side of Kellys. Surfing is a hit here too, with beach breaks that offer both right and left-hand waves. 

Walk along the pier at West Beach

The West Pier provides great views across both the ocean and West Beach. I found it fascinating how forcefully the waves crashed against the pier – it certainly made for an impressive sight. For the history buffs, it also has quite an interesting story. The pier was originally constructed in an effort to create a harbour, thereby encouraging trade. However, its original purpose was short-lived. The Harbor, operational for just two decades, fell into disuse during the 1800s. The advent of the railway line connecting Port Alfred and Grahamstown made the harbor obsolete, leading to its abandonment.

Where to find West Pier: Click here for precise Google Map Directions.

Enjoy a meal at one of Port Alfred’s restaurants

Port Alfred has lots of seafood spots thanks to its coastal setting, with fresh catches served daily. There are also cafes, bistros, and relaxed pubs and grills around town. But, my two best picks in Port Alfred are Tash’s Restaurant & Craft Bar at the Royal Alfred Marina and Guido’s at West Beach.

Tash’s Restaurant & Craft Bar

I really enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Tash’s Restaurant & Craft Bar , as well as its prime location at the Marina . The outdoor seating area provides lovely river views in a comfortable and casual setting. The menu has a variety of choices, including steaks, hamburgers and seafood dishes. Tash’s also serves an impressive range of craft beers, wines, and cocktails.

Where to find Tash’s: Click here for precise Google Map Directions.

Guido’s

Right by the West Beach parking lot, there’s a popular restaurant known as ‘ Guidos ‘ where you can enjoy great food in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. Guidos is famous for its delicious wood-fired pizzas, so it’s the perfect place to enjoy some food after a day at the beach.

Where to find Guidos: Click here for precise Google Map Directions.

After your meal, you can head to the beach bar next door for some enjoyable downtime, where you can have a cold beer and a game of pool.

Admire the boats and houses at the Royal Alfred Marina

The Royal Alfred Marina in Port Alfred is a high-end residential project that radiates luxury and exclusivity. Lying in a network along the river, the marina features five artificial islands linked by bridges. Residents of the Royal Alfred Marina enjoy a waterside life style, with private waterways for peace and privacy. Strolling around and looking at the houses and boats in the small harbor is a nice way to spend time in Port Alfred.

Where to find the Royal Alfred Marina: Click here for precise Google Map Directions.

Soak in some history along Wharf Street

Wharf Street, Port Alfred’s first street, was once the heart of commerce when the river was a bustling port for ships in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it’s a popular spot for both tourists and locals to visit. There are a few shops and well-preserved old buildings to explore along this street, including an art gallery, fish market and a brewery.

Where to find Wharf Street: Click here for precise Google Map Directions.

Warf Street Brew Pub

The Wharf Street Brew Pub is situated in a building dating back to 1853, which originally served as the customs hut for the harbor master. It is, in fact, regarded as the oldest continuously used building in Port Alfred. The staff at the Wharf Street Brew Pub are welcoming, the food is delicious, and their craft beers are fantastic. What’s not to love?

The Little Brewery

Right next door to the Wharf Street Brew Pub, you’ll find the charming Little Brewery , complete with its own dedicated brewing and fermentation rooms, as well as a bottling corner. The brewery invites visitors to come in and take a look around if they wish.

Cruise the Kowie River

Exploring the picturesque Kowie River, which offers a 22km navigable route winding from the river mouth to Waters Meeting, is a great way to see the natural surroundings of Port Alfred. One of the popular activities is to take a guided barge river cruise , with several tour operators offering choices that vary from one-hour trips to personalized cruises of different lengths.

Get your Adrenaline pumping with Watersports on the Kowie River

If you’re a watersports enthusiast, the Kowie River is the place to be. Try your hand at kayaking, paddleboarding, or even hire a boat for a day of fishing. The river provides a dynamic setting for various water-based activities.

Be mesmerized by spectacular sunsets

The sunsets in Port Alfred are out of this world. When the sun sets, the sky lights up with a beautiful blend of oranges, reds, and pinks, casting a golden glow on everything. No matter where you choose to watch the sunset – be it from the beach, your lodging, or along the river – the experience is truly magical.

Get your coffee fix at the trendy Kong Coffee

With its distinct style and ambiance, Kong Coffee brings a fresh and innovative approach to the local coffee scene. It’s more than just a coffee shop, though. There’s also an attached Vintage Jewellery shop, a plant nursery, and a gift shop. It’s cool, it’s trendy and if you love coffee, then this is the place to be.

Where to find Kong Coffee: Click here for precise Google Map Directions.

Only 15 kilometers from Port Alfred, you’ll find the charming village of Bathurst. Established in 1820, it is one of the oldest settler villages in the region. Bathurst is known for its historic charm, with well-preserved buildings dating back to the 19th century. It is also home to South Africa’s oldest continuously licensed pubs, the iconic Pig & Whistle Inn . You can explore the village’s unique attractions, such as the enormous Big Pineapple , which houses an informative exhibit about the local pineapple industry. Every Sunday, there is also a farmers’ market, selling local produce and crafts.

Where to find Bathurst: Click here for precise Google Map Directions.

READ MORE >>> 8 Reasons to visit Bathurst in the Eastern Cape

Where to stay in Port Alfred

Port Alfred offers a variety of accommodation options to suit different preferences and budgets. Below are two popular choices for stays in Port Alfred:

• Royal St. Andrews Hotel : This historic boutique hotel in the heart of Port Alfred offers luxury accommodation, fine dining, and a beautiful garden setting.
• Halyards Hotel and Spa : Located on the banks of the Kowie River, this hotel has comfortable rooms, a spa, and easy access to water-based activities.

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly option, I highly recommend Villa Majestic . It’s conveniently located just a 5-minute drive from Kelly’s Beach, a safe spot for swimming and families. The breakfast is amazing, and the host is really friendly and welcoming, making you feel right at home.

In conclusion, Port Alfred is a fantastic coastal destination in South Africa. It boasts beautiful beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and a rich maritime history. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, family fun, or a romantic getaway, Port Alfred has something just right for you.

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7 Unforgettable Things You Can Do Only in Port Alfred

Until now Port Alfred’s byline has been ‘retirement village’. But this is changing fast  as a younger set and their children move into the portside village seeking an alternative and slower lifestyle.

As a result, it’s inspiring to discover that the town has its own micro-brewery alongside the river, a trendy courtyard lifestyle centre, a  marina with blue flag status, a handful of really good restaurants, and a series of activities to keep you busy for a week.

Port Alfred lies bang smack in the middle of the Sunshine Coast with typically mild weather that translates into beach days, even in winter. Named after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s second son, Prince Alfred, it’s been here almost 200 years…

Once it gave up on the idea of functioning as a major seaport, thanks to the sandbank at the mouth of the Kowie River, its navigable river and great beaches began to function as a mini Riviera on the Sunshine Coast.

Here’s our list of 7 things you can do only in Port Alfred

Wharf street.

Wharf Street is a little collection of 19 th -century buildings, some of them restored others in need of a bit of attention. It’s a busy little slip road that functions as a pedestrian thoroughfare on the river wharf, upstream from the river mouth. The Wharf Street Brew Pub is here, its dining room a vast space of exposed stone and brick, wooden floors, huge photos and craft brew on tap.

Next door is the Little Brewery with its own brewing and fermentation rooms and a bottling corner. Pop in for tasters of their pilsner and ale. The two lie in the only stone building in town and an historical landmark that functioned as a harbour master’s, a city hall, a goods store and a cinema. This was the original commercial street of Port Alfred back in the 1820s.

The Courtyard

Across the river, in  Van De Riet Street, is another row of characterful, historical buildings. A few of them now function collectively as The Courtyard – a delicious blend of antique store, restaurant, bakery, home décor shop, florist, and tiny streetside Greek delicatessen – around a central courtyard with flagstone floors, fuchsia bougainvillea, and tables and chairs in nooks and crannies plump with cushions and zany lightfittings (at least indoors).

Zest’s food line-up is an easy companion to the distinctly Mediterranean vibe with imaginative salads, homemade pizzas, cakes, great coffee, Wi-Fi and a wooden canteen that once belonged on Grahamstown’s railway station. The Courtyard is a local favourite with accessible owners who are happy to chat.

The restaurant (and the lack of swimming) at West Beach

I can’t vouch for the food, but Guido’s setting right at the Kowie River mouth at West Beach is unbeatable, and on sunny days a drink on the decks upstairs is mandatory. Sundowners is best with views out over the Kowie River and East Beach beyond. Food includes wood-fired pizzas and curries.

The interesting thing about the beaches on either side of the Kowie River (aptly named East and West beach) is that rip tides make swimming here almost impossible – for that you need to head a little further west to Kelly’s beach, where it’s more protected (a mere 1 km further west). But surfers enjoy East beach, particularly in summer.

Cruising the Kowie River

Port Alfred’s marina holds blue flag status, the heart of the river its 250-berth small boat harbour alongside the Royal Alfred Marina. It’s home to private boats of every shape and size, from private ski boats to yachts and canoes. The Kowie has 22 km of navigable river making a boat trip from here as easy as pie, particularly as there are daily cruises from the Halyards.

Make enquiries. Either you can hire your own boat and set sail yourself, or you can join a scheduled cruise. The Kowie River isn’t only navigable upstream, cruises also head downstream to the sea, particularly at sunrise and sunset. There’s no waterskiing on the river and jet skis can launch, but they’re only allowed downriver and out to sea.

Postmaster’s Village

On the opposite side of town from The Courtyard is something vaguely similar, although it’s got a quality of its own. Just a couple of blocks in from West Beach the Postmaster’s Village is termed a ’boutique shopping centre’ with a little coffee shop, talk radio station, a wine shop, art gallery, hair dresser’s and tiny little zen fountain in a postage stamp garden, tucked away just beyond the coffee shop’s courtyard.

As its name suggests, the little village is on the premises of the original Settler’s post office.

Only 15 km inland, and slightly uphill, of Port Alfred is the village of Bathurst . It’s an absolute must-visit in terms of historical buildings and quaintness; you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped into a little English village set on a hillside (CNN labelled it South Africa’s most eccentric town in 2014).

The people who live here tend to congregate around the Pig & Whistle (the country’s oldest pub) , whether it’s meeting up for a beer at lunch time, or bumping into one another outside the general dealer, the town has the sense of being well lived in.

On the way in you pass the giant pineapple , which is fun to do, particularly if you have children along, and then there are a handful of old buildings to visit, quirky shops to visit, or a meal at which to while away the time on one of the restaurant’s stoeps.

Make sure to make the weekly Sunday farmers’ market.

Waters Meeting Nature Reserve

Whilst you’re out at Bathurst, you may as well include Waters Meeting Nature Reserve in your rambles because the aerial view of the Kowie River loop (one of very few river loops in the country) has become quite a showstopper – it’s something of a mini Blyde River Canyon – known as Horseshoe Bend.

The loop almost closes at the neck of the bend, forming a U-shape where fresh water meets sea water, which is how it got its name.

If you’re doing a cruise of the Kowie River you can get here by boat, but you’ll have to climb to see the aerial view. It’s probably just easier to follow the R67 through Bathurst and on for about 4 km to the reserve.

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Port Alfred

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• 4.2 Horse riding and hiking trails
• 4.4 Game viewing

Port Alfred is a town on the Sunshine Coast of the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa . It is situated at the mouth of the Kowie River , almost exactly midway between Port Elizabeth in the west and East London in the east. It boasts fabulous beaches that stretch for many kilometres in both directions.

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From Port Elizabeth take the N2 east then the R72 along the coast via Kenton. From East London take the R72 south-west along the coast. From Grahamstown take the R67 south via Bathurst.

Get around [ edit ]

Port Alfred is small enough that the entire town can easily be covered on foot. It is a pleasant walk from town along the west bank of the Kowie River to the beach (via Causeway and Beach Road). There are beaches on the eastern side of the Kowie River mouth as well but these are quite a bit further as you have to walk around the Royal Alfred Marina.

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• Kowie Museum , ☏ +27 82 433-5662 .  
• Kap River Nature Reserve , ☏ +27 46 624-1140 .  

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Boating and cruising [ edit ].

• Halyards Boats , ☏ +27 46 604-3300 .  
• Boat Registrations , ☏ +27 46 624-4587 .  
• Kowie River Cruises , ☏ +27 46 624-1727 .  
• Let’s Go Cruises , ☏ +27 46 624-1866 .  
• Lightleys Holiday House Boat , ☏ +27 44 386-0007 .  
• Predator Charters , ☏ +27 82 495-9971 . Deep sea charters  
• Outdoor Focus , ☏ +27 46 624-4432 .  
• Kowie Canoe Trail , ☏ +27 46 624-4432 . 1-3 day trail  
• Fishing : Whether you prefer reef, river, estuary, deep sea or coastal fishing, there are plenty of incredible locations within the Sunshine Coast to choose from. Port Alfred is famous for being the third largest “line fishing port” in South Africa.
• Diving : The shores of the Sunshine Coast are host to the most unique diving experience in the Eastern Cape. This part of the coast is famous for soft coral reefs, numerous wrecks that dot the shores and the incredible “Lunar landing” where crayfish in the hundreds live and breed.

Horse riding and hiking trails [ edit ]

• Three Sisters Horse Trails , ☏ +27 82 645-6354 . In Kleinemonde.  
• Horse Shoe Bend Reserve , ☏ +27 46 624-1140 .  

Golf [ edit ]

• The Royal Port Alfred Golf Course , ☏ +27 46 624-4796 . The Royal Port Alfred Golf Course has a sea view you will never forget. This 18-hole course was laid out between 1907 and 1915 and was given royal status by King George V.  
• The Fish River Sun Golf Course , ☏ +27 40 676-1101 . 40 km away from Port Alfred.  
• Green Fountain Farm Resort Driving Range , ☏ +27 46 624-5859 . Situated between two great golf courses is the Green Fountain Farm Resort Driving Range. They offer a full driving range, an immaculate putting green and a practice bunker.  

Game viewing [ edit ]

• Kariega Game Reserve , ☏ +27 46 636-7904 .  

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Eat [ edit ].

• The Boardwalk Restaurant & Bar , The Anchorage, Gluckman Rd , ☏ +27 46 624-5778 . The locals' favouritein a beautiful setting on Demper's Lagoon. Excellent food and laidback atmosphere.  

Isigwamba (spinach with maize meal

Drink [ edit ]

• The Lounge @ The Square - Popular, modern club for students
• Beach Club - A typical coastal pub with a beach feeling, and it often has fun promo events.
• Roxy - Club right on the beach front.
• Highlander - Typical British style pub. Good food too.
• Barmuda - Cocktail bar on the bank of the Kowie River

Sleep [ edit ]

• Portofino Guest House , 18 Park Rd , ☏ +27 46 624-2223 , fax : +27 46 624-2884 , [email protected] . Overlooks the Royal Alfred Marina and the bustling small boat harbour, and has breathtaking ocean views from their deck. Outdoor pool set in tranquil gardens. 11 rooms, with air-conditioning, en suite shower, toilet and basin. Cold buffet spread & hot plated English breakfast, tea and coffee: 7:45AM to 9AM. From R640 . ( updated Aug 2017 )
• 4Carnoustie , Atherstone Rd , ☏ +27 46 624-3306 , [email protected] . R300 per person self catering, R400-700 per person B&B .  
• Green Fountain Farm Resort , Atherstone Rd , ☏ +27 46 624-5859 , [email protected] . Green Fountain Farm Resort is perfectly situated on the Sunshine Coast in beautifully appointed thatched chalets, fully equipped for self catering.  
• Drop Anchor Guest Cottage , Atherstone Rd , ☏ +27 46 624-3376 , [email protected] . Self catering, free standing, secure cottage sleeping 4 persons near golf course, beach and village.  
• Turning Tides B&B/SC , Atherstone Rd , ☏ +27 46 624-4700 , [email protected] . A garden cottage and a studio (bedsitter), both of which are fully equipped for self-catering. Breakfast can be provided, if required. Turning Tides is situated close to Port Alfred's CBD, the Kowie River, and at least three restaurants.  
• -33.59135 26.89519 1 The Lookout Guest House ( [email protected] ), 24 Park Rd , ☏ +27 46 624-4564 . Check-in: 2PM , check-out: 10AM . A 4-star guest house with stunning views of the river, marina, and the ocean. Self-catering option is also available. From R350 pp B&B .  

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• Grahamstown
• Jeffreys Bay & St Francis
• Karoo Heartland
• Sunshine Coast
• Tsitsikamma

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Have you ever visited a new place and felt ‘wow’ about it? For many visitors, it happens at Port Alfred.

Port Alfred may not be as popular as other cities in South Africa, but don’t let that fool you. Port Alfred is a smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination that is worth a visit. You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination.

You can definitely plan a few hours of a side trip here while traveling to Port Elizabeth. You might wish to revisit it someday again, to take a break and relax at Port Alfred.

If you have plans to visit South Africa and are not sure if Port Alfred should be included in your itinerary, keep reading. In this list, we have put together some of the things to do in Port Alfred and around. We have a hunch that if you include this city in your travel plans, you will be thrilled you did so.

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Port Alfred Airport

Address: Port Alfred Airport 1 Airport Road Port Alfred 6170 South Africa

The Big Pineapple

Address: summerhill farm, R67, Bathurst, 6166, South Africa

The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club

Golf Course

Address: 7 St Andrews Rd, Port Alfred, 6170, South Africa

Woody Cape Wildlife

Address: Port Alfred, South Africa

The Kowie Museum

Address: Station Road, Port Alfred, 6170, South Africa

Kowie River

Address: Port Alfred, Eastern Cape

Fish River Sun Golf Course

Address: R72 Coastal Road, Port Alfred, 6170, South Africa

River Spa Port Alfred

Address: 1 Albany Road | Royal Alfred Marina, next to Halyards Hotel, Port Alfred 6170, South Africa

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Visit the biggest Pineapple in the World

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Lets go Fly a Kite

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Great Fish Point Lighthouse

Stay? Port Alfred Accommodation A 'rekindling of the light' ceremony, as noted by a bronze mounted plaque, commemorated the shining centennial of the Great Fish Point Lighthouse on the 1st of July ...

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Port Alfred River Cruise

Stay? Port Alfred Accommodation Cruises leave from the Small Boat Harbour in Port Alfred, taking you up the scenic Kowie River. These cruise trips are one and a half hours in duration and braai ...

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Canoeing on the Kowie River

Stay? Port Alfred Accommodation Hire a canoe and experience the beauty of nature while slowly paddling on the Kowie River. Kiddies canoes Paddle ski's Double canoes Single canoes Kids ...

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Boogy Boarding at Kidds Beach

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Fishing Cruise

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Richmond House Museum

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Kumbula Indigenous Nursery

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Whale Watching In Bluewater Bay

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Kelly's Beach

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Kowie Museum

Stay? Port Alfred Accommodation The Kowie History Museum in Port Alfred is a small museum, dedicated to the social history of the Albany District and the early settlers of the 1820 and 1889 era ...

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The Kowie Canoe Trail

Stay? Port Alfred Accommodation Canoe trails make for an ideal holiday. The Kowie Canoe Trail will lead you approximately 21kms up the river past attractions such as The Old Wreck, Windy Beach, ...

Kasouga Beach

Stay? Port Alfred Accommodation Kasouga Beach is a sight for sore eyes with the most magnificent landscape combining country and coast. Artists and photographers flock to the area to capture the ...

Mpekweni River Mouth

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Kellys Beachfront Apartments

Kelly's Beachfront Apartments in Port Alfred are conveniently situated opposite the blue flag beach. Each apartment boasts sea views and has its ...

Sandcastle Villa

Set amongst the natural beauty of the estate's fauna and flora, the awe-inspiring Sandcastle Villa was designed to imitate the land and boundless...

Oribi Haven

Oribi Haven is on Kasouga Farm between Port Alfred and Kenton on Sea on the R72. The farm runs along the coast for about 5kms with the two cottag...

Green Fountain Caravan Park

Green Fountain Caravan Park, offers accommodation in a selection of luxury camping stands. We not only promise distinct quality and excellent ser...

The Royal Guest House

The Royal Guest House extends its warm welcome to all travellers - be it business or pleasure. We are situated on the East bank of the Kowie Rive...

Pomeroy Lodges

Enjoy peace and tranquility at Pomeroy Lodges on this private game and nature reserve. Each thatched lodge accommodates up to four persons in one...

Halyards Hotel

Few places on Earth share the stunning beauty of Port Alfred, which has been further enhanced by the successful development of the Royal Alfred M...

Bretton Beach Crest Holiday Cottages

Bretton Beach Crest resort offers accommodation in 9 comfortably furnished beach cottages in a superb setting in the natural coastal dune forest,...

Oceana Beach & Wildlife Reserve

Oceana Beach & Wildlife Reserve is located on the malaria-free Sunshine Coast in the Eastern Cape, where we have more daylight hours than any oth...

Alfred View Guest House

Alfred View Guest House is situated in Port Alfred and offers Sunshine Coast accommodation to suit the needs of the individual, couple or small g...

Villa Majestic

Villa Majestic is situated in the seaside town of Port Alfred. The house offers both bed and breakfast and self catering accommodation in a choic...

The Lookout Guest House

The Lookout Guest House is rated by visitors as excellent accommodation and one of the best value for money establishments in Port Alfred. The Lo...

Westend House is a fabulous holiday home and apartment found in Kleinmonde, 15km from Port Alfred. This lovely home accommodates up to ten guests...

Gecko Cove on Freshwater

Tucked away along the Eastern Cape bush, Gecko Cove on Freshwater offers accommodation in Port Alfred only a short walk away from many of Port Al...

Westend Apartment

Westend Apartment offers self catering accommodation in Kleinmonde, a small village just 15km away from Port Alfred. Here you are in the ideal lo...

Villa Mtati

Villa Mtati is a spacious beachfront villa (sleeps 6) offering a fully catered experience. This exclusive use house is on three levels with panor...

Starfish on Freshwater

Starfish on Freshwater is a quirky self catering cottage in Port Alfred sleeping two adults and one child. The bedroom is furnished with a doubl...

Kowie River Guest House

Kowie River Guest House offers you a unique experience to enjoy all the conveniently situated facilities, whilst relaxing in our beautiful guesth...

Fort D' Acre Reserve

Fort D' Acre Reserve offers luxury accommodation on the Sunshine Coast of South Africa's Eastern Cape, uniquely situated adjacent to the Gary Pla...

Fat Gecko on Freshwater

Fat Gecko on Freshwater is a one bedroom self catering cottage in Port Alfred sleeping two guests. The bedroom is furnished with a double bed. Th...

Milkwood on Freshwater

Milkwood on Freshwater is a spacious holiday home in Port Alfred sleeping ten guests. The main bedroom is furnished with a Queen-size bed, the se...

Shelly Beach Cottages

Shelly Beach Cottages are set within a lush secluded garden that provides several areas where you can relax in meditative thought, read in peace,...

Villa de Mer

Situated in Port Alfred, Villa de Mer offers accommodation in six different suites. Here guests are near to the Shamwari Game Reserve, Fish River...

Sheilan House

Chic Afro-Mediterranean elegance awaits you at Sheilan House where you can enjoy 4 Star service in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The 4 doubl...

Rugged Rocks Beach Cottages

Accommodation is offered in fully equipped Beach Cottages next to the beach. Excellent fishing, endless beaches and enchanting rock pools makes t...

Richmond House Cottages

We offer upmarket accommodation for discerning guests seeking privacy and comfort. Our three charming cottages are comfortably furnished, generou...

3040 on Freshwater

Tucked away along the Eastern Cape bush, 3040 On Freshwater offers peaceful accommodation. Our property surrounds a beautiful Milkwood tree gard...

The Beach House

The Beach House is the only upmarket Guest House right on the Port Alfred Beachfront. Awake to the sounds of the sea, view the passing boats and ...

Royal St Andrews Hotel

The Royal St Andrews Hotel offers accommodation that is ideal for a business stay-over or luxury break-away destination. Our Luxury Wing rooms ar...

Cumberland House

Cumberland House and Cottage offers accommodation in a classic Cape style house. Situated in Port Alfred, it offers guests a beautiful environmen...

Dockside is situated directly across the road from the picturesque small boat harbour on the East Bank of Port Alfred in the Eastern Cape. You ha...

Wavecrest Self Catering Apartments

All accommodation suites have their own private entrances and sea views with a good mix of accommodation which is ideal for couples, small or lar...

Mansfield Private Reserve

Located just 6km outside of Port Alfred on the Bathurst Road by vehicle or 11km by boat up the Kowie River, Mansfield Private Reserve offers a va...

De' Nessie is a three bedroom holiday home (accommodates six guests) situated in Kleinemonde just 17km from Port Alfred. The house is in walking ...

Westend House

Westend House is a fabulous self catering home offering accommodation in Kleinemonde, a small village just 15km away from Port Alfred. When stayi...

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge

Great Fish River Lodge is located in the magnificent malaria-free Eastern Cape, Kwandwe Game Reserve and is within easy reach of South Africa's b...

Lavender House

Lavender House offers the ultimate in laid back beach house holiday accommodation. The house is let as a unit and sleeps 8 - 10 people. There is ...

Rusty Hook on Freshwater

Rusty Hook on Freshwater is a two bedroom fisherman cottage in Port Alfred sleeping four guests. The first bedroom is furnished with a Queen-size...

Situated in Port Alfred, Hillscapes provides accommodation for six guests. The holistic approach of your hosts, Owen and Jo-Anne Hilliar, will at...

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"Kowie River Haven and Coastal Beauty"

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Port Alfred is a charming town situated in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, between Gqeberha and East London, near the mouth of the Kowie River, about 30 kilometres west of Cannon Rocks. It boasts great beaches, outdoor adventures, and the chance to spot famous South African wildlife. Surrounded by game parks, nature reserves, and hiking trails, it offers a temperate climate and sandy white beaches, earning it the nickname "Heart of the Sunshine Coast".

The town's attractions include the Royal Marina, ideal for boat cruises along the marina channels and hiking on the Kowie River Canoe Trail. Visitors can enjoy water sports like skiing, swimming, surfing, scuba diving, fishing, and canoeing in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Port Alfred also features vibrant markets, offering local crafts and fresh produce, making it a delightful destination for both relaxation and adventure seekers.

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1. royal marina, 2. kowie river canoe trail, 3. east beach, 4. kelly's beach, 5. water sports, 6. outdoor adventures, 7. big pineapple museum, 8. great fish point lighthouse, 9. charming markets, must know before you travel to port alfred.

• Commuting within the City: Port Alfred offers various transportation options, including exploring on foot or utilizing buses, taxis, and car rentals.
• Car Rental: Car rental services like Avis, Budget, Europcar, and others provide online booking through their official websites.
• Beware of ATMs: Exercise caution and avoid accepting help from strangers during ATM transactions. In case of card issues, promptly contact the ATM's helpline.
• Cellular Phones: Cellular phones can be rented on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis, providing internet access in most areas and broadband in major urban zones.
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• Electricity: Port Alfred has 220/230 volts AC at 50 cycles per second. Carry an adapter for three-pronged plugs, and some hotels provide 110-volt outlets for electric shavers and small appliances.
• Driver’s License: A valid driver's license with an integral photograph printed in English is accepted. Obtain an International Driving Permit if your license does not meet these criteria.
• Drinking Water: Tap water is not potable, so always carry bottled water for drinking.

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Top Things to Do in Port Alfred, South Africa

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• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Good for a Rainy Day
• Budget-friendly
• Good for Kids
• Good for Couples
• Hidden Gems
• Honeymoon spot
• Adventurous
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• Good for Adrenaline Seekers
• Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, photos, and popularity.

1. Kowie River

2. Newly Defined

3. The Kowie Museum

4. Great Fish Point Lighthouse

5. Sunshine Coast Tourism

6. River Spa Port Alfred

7. The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club

8. Kelly's Beach

9. Kasouga Beach

10. rosehill mall, 11. richmond house museum, 12. the kap river nature reserve.

13. Mpekweni River Mouth

14. Kwena Golf

15. CJ's CAB & SHUTTLE SERVICE

16. Try Me 4 Tours and Shuttle

17. Green Spa

18. LaBella'vie Beauty Salon

19. blue lace.

20. Shipwreck Hiking & Canoe Trails

21. Houseboats Port Alfred

22. Outdoor Focus

What travellers are saying

• Kowie River
• The Kowie Museum
• Great Fish Point Lighthouse
• Sunshine Coast Tourism
• Kelly's Beach
• Kasouga Beach
• Mpekweni River Mouth
• The Kap River Nature Reserve

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A new floor sign system at the Moscow metro's Pushkinskaya station. Source: Vladimir Pesnya / RIA Novosti

For many years now, Moscow has lagged behind St. Petersburg when it comes to making life easy for tourists, especially where getting around the city is concerned. Whereas the northern capital installed English-language maps, signs and information points throughout its subway system in the late 2000s, the Russian capital’s metro remained a serious challenge for foreign visitors to navigate.

Recent visitors to Moscow may have noticed some signs that change is afoot, however. In many stations of the Moscow subway, signs have appeared on the floor – with large lettering in Russian and English – indicating the direction to follow in order to change lines. Previously, foreign visitors using the Moscow metro had to rely solely upon deciphering the Russian-language signs hanging from the ceilings.

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However, this new solution has a significant drawback. “The floor navigation is visible only to a small stream of people – fewer than three people per meter. During peak hours, this navigation will simply not be noticed,” said Konstantin Trofimenko, Director of the Center for Urban Transportation Studies.

One of the biggest problems for tourists in the Russian capital remains the absence of English translations of the names of subway stations in the station vestibules and on platforms. The Department of Transportation in Moscow has not commented yet as to when this problem will be solved. However, Latin transliterations of station names can already be found in the subway cars themselves.

Finding the right exit

At four of the central stations – Okhotny Ryad, Teatralnaya, Ploshchad Revolyutsii, Lubyanka and Kuznetsky Most – the city authorities have now installed colorful stands at the exits with schematic diagrams of the station’s concourse and surrounding area, which provide information about the main attractions and infrastructural facilities.

The schematic diagrams are the work of British specialists from the City ID and Billings Jackson Design firms, who have already implemented successful projects in New York and London.

According to Alexei Novichkov, expert at the Design Laboratory at the Higher School of Economics, the design of these information booths raises no objections: The color solutions, font, layout and icons are consistent with international standards.

However, the stands do have some shortcomings. “Many questions are raised about the fact that the developers of these maps did not apply orientation to the north, and have provided layouts of the surrounding areas with respect to the exits,” says Novichkov. “A system like that is used for road navigators, but most of the ‘paper’ guides and maps are oriented strictly to north. The subway map is also oriented to north, so people may become confused.”

Muscovites and foreign visitors are generally positive about these navigation elements, with most of them citing the numbered exits from the subway as the most useful feature.

The fact is that many Moscow subway stations have several exits. One of the busiest central stations of the Moscow subway in particular, Kitay-Gorod, has more than a dozen exits. Previously, these exits were differentiated from each other only with signs in Russian referring to the names of streets and places of interest to which they led – making it easy for tourists and those with poor navigation skills to get confused.

Now, when making an appointment to meet a friend, instead of struggling to find the right spot when they tell you: “I'll meet you at the exit to Solyanka Street,” you can just propose to meet under a specific exit number.

“I’ve lived in Moscow for seven years,” says Angelika, a designer from Voronezh, “but I still don’t always know where to go to find the place I need, so the new schematic diagrams will be very useful. Previously, some subway stations had maps, but not with so much detail.”

Teething problems

Foreigners, meanwhile, focus their attention on other elements. “It is good that the new information boards have QR-codes, which can be ‘read’ by smartphones,” says Florentina, a writer from Vienna. But there are also shortcomings. “The English font of the information on posters and in the captions to theaters and museums is too small – you have to come very close to see it well,” she says.

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Florentina was also dissatisfied with the fact that such posters are not provided at all subway stations: “When I was trying to find Tsaritsyno Park (a museum and reserve in the south of Moscow) at a subway station with the same name, it turned out to be quite difficult,” she says.

“There are no maps with landmarks for other areas, such as those already in the city center. There were no clear pointers in the English language, and the passers-by I met did not speak in English, so they could not help me,” she adds.

Officials say that the navigation system is gradually being redeveloped and improved. According to Darya Chuvasheva, a press representative for the Department of Transport of Moscow, the introduction of a unified navigation system will take place in stages.

“By the end of 2014, the system will first appear on the first subway stations on the Circle Line. By the end of 2015, we plan to install the system at all major stopping points, subway stations and transport interchange hubs,” says Chuvasheva.

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Top Things to Do in Port Alfred

Things to do in port alfred.

• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Good for a Rainy Day
• Budget-friendly
• Good for Kids
• Good for Couples
• Hidden Gems
• Honeymoon spot
• Adventurous
• Good for Big Groups
• Good for Adrenaline Seekers
• Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, photos, and popularity.

1. Kowie River

2. Newly Defined

3. The Kowie Museum

4. Great Fish Point Lighthouse

5. Sunshine Coast Tourism

6. River Spa Port Alfred

7. The Royal Port Alfred Golf Club

8. Kelly's Beach

9. Kasouga Beach

10. rosehill mall, 11. richmond house museum, 12. the kap river nature reserve.

13. Mpekweni River Mouth

14. Kwena Golf

15. CJ's CAB & SHUTTLE SERVICE

16. Try Me 4 Tours and Shuttle

17. Green Spa

18. LaBella'vie Beauty Salon

19. blue lace.

20. Shipwreck Hiking & Canoe Trails

21. Houseboats Port Alfred

22. Outdoor Focus

What travelers are saying

• Kowie River
• The Kowie Museum
• Great Fish Point Lighthouse
• Sunshine Coast Tourism
• Kelly's Beach
• Kasouga Beach
• Mpekweni River Mouth
• The Kap River Nature Reserve