
LALAPANZI GUEST LODGE, PORT ELIZABETH
Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) is a beautiful city located on the coast in the Eastern Cape Province and is known as the "Friendly City", with other towns in this district including Uitenage and Despatch. Forming part of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) has stunning beaches, historical museums and memorials, award-winning wildlife sanctuaries and super friendly people, making it a spectacular holiday destination.
The city is the fifth largest populated city in South Africa, and the second largest city in area. Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) is also an important South African motor industry centre, and one of the country’s major seaports.
Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), or PE as it is widely known as, has many attractions and activities to keep the whole family entertained. PE is home to one of the country’s major airports making this part of South Africa easily accessible from all over the World.
Centrally located to many national parks proudly offering the Big Seven of the animal kingdom, Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) is a popular stop-over and stay for those travelling inland. Incorporating 40 kilometres of beaches, with protected swimming areas, PE is an excellent beach lovers paradise. Boat-based whale watching trips are operated from the Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) harbour, where depending on the type of year will depend on the type of whale seen! Humpback, Southern Right and Bryde’s, are often spotted.
There are many historical and cultural representations worth seeing, from the South African Air Force Museum to the Donkin Reserve lighthouse. St George’s Park is iconic to PE and home to the St George’s cricket oval.
You will find Route 67 here, a collection of 67 pieces of art celebrating Nelson Mandela’s years of being devoted to public life. It is a mixture of visual arts with urban design and heritage. Nelson Mandela’s metal figure stands tall in the Donkin Reserve, symbolically leading the voting line of South Africans to the first democratic election.
The multi-purpose, multi-tiered Nelson Mandela Stadium is an impressive legacy to the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and is also well worth a visit.
With game parks, snake parks, predator parks, play parks, a casino and oceanarium - the ‘Park’ list is absolutely endless, and with 101 documented “things to do in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha)”. Read interesting articles on PE and surrounds in the article section.
Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) has an extension list of accommodation options available, from bed and breakfasts, guest houses, self-catering houses, game lodges, luxury hotels, camping and much more! See the accommodation directory for options.
Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) is home to a large variety of restaurants, offering an array of delicious local and international cuisines to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a casual dining experience or a more upscale fare, there are plenty of places to eat in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha). From traditional South African braai spots and seafood restaurants to trendy cafes and bakeries, there's something for everyone.
The city has a thriving business community and provides a wide range of goods and services to its residents as well as surrounding communities and visitors. See our business directory for a list of businesses in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha).
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