It’s a proud boast that the
highest number of sunshine
hours in South Africa is
recorded on the spectacular
Sunshine Coast.
the Great White Shark and Southern Right
Whale.
The area’s unspoilt beaches and quaint seaside
villages make for a popular holiday destination.
As well as top-class golf, experience exciting
water-sport opportunities such as diving, surfing,
body boarding and canoeing. Other off-course
activities include prolific birding – more than 400
This aptly named stretch of coastline lies neatly recorded species – walking trails, world-class
between the two cities of Port Elizabeth and arts and crafts routes and a rich cultural history
East London and enjoys more than 100km of to explore.
pristine beaches - including spectacular, world-
renowned dunefields.
Accommodation options include luxury 5-Star
lodges and hotels, B&Bs, self-catering holiday
But the gem among all the spectacular scenery homes and camping. Experience a variety of
lies in the seaside town of Port Alfred, where novel and excellent restaurants, unique shopping
the Royal Port Alfred Golf Club attracts visitors opportunities and picturesque seaside towns.
from the other 63 clubs with the bona fide right
to a ‘Royal’ title, bestowed by a member of the The Sunshine Coast is food for the soul – you
United Kingdom royal family. There is plenty for can enjoy nature at its best in stunning scenic
the visiting golfer and family to enjoy. surroundings knowing that the modern-day
conveniences we can’t live without are only
The Sunshine Coast is renowned for its plethora
minutes away.
of still-pristine golden beaches as well as many
malaria-free game reserves - most of which
host the ‘Big Five’ (the lion, leopard, rhinoceros,
elephant, and Cape buffalo) - as well as the only
www.sunshinecoasttourism.co.za
National Park to host the Big Seven, including
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