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Tsitsikamma National Park travel info
Tsitsikamma, Africa's first national marine park, comprises a
narrow coastal plain bounded by cliffs and beaches and extending
five kilometres out to sea. Beautiful and wild, the park encompasses
80 km of rocky coastline featuring quiet tidal pools, deep gorges
and evergreen forests. The name Tsitsikamma is derived from
Hottentot words, tse-tsesa, meaning clear, and gami, meaning water,
probably referring to the clear water of the Tsitsikamma River.
Fynbos, small mammals and a prolific bird life add to the
enchantment of the region. From Storms River Mouth, nature trails
meander into the forest and along the coast. One of the most
scenically rewarding, the five-day Otter Trail follows the shoreline
for most of its route.
For an experience with a difference, a snorkeling and scuba trail
will introduce you to an underwater world inhabited by fascinating
marine creatures. But if you only want to relax and soak up the sun,
two exquisite beaches provide the setting.
Fully-equipped log cabins and oceanettes enjoy stunning views of the
Indian Ocean. Facilities include an a la carte restaurant, tourist
shop, a camping ground, swimming pool and a laundromat. Forty
conference delegates can be catered for.
The park is situated halfway between George and Port Elizabeth in
South Africa's temperate forest belt.
Seasons
Tsitsikamma has a temperate coastal climate. The wettest months are
May and October and the driest are June and July. The best time to
travel is in the spring and summer months (Sep-Apr).
Wildlife
You may see: hyrax, bushbuck, grysbok, blue duiker, baboon, vervet
monkey, otters, dolphins, whales, Knysna Loerie
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