Elize’s guidebook to East London and the Eastern Cape
River Suite
Bonnie Doon suburb, where River Suite is situated, is very safe. Go for a run or walk on your own and enjoy the birdlife, lush vegetation and challenging hills!
Bonnie Doon is a five-minute drive from Nahoon beach.
Bonnie Doon
Bonnie Doon suburb, where River Suite is situated, is very safe. Go for a run or walk on your own and enjoy the birdlife, lush vegetation and challenging hills!
Bonnie Doon is a five-minute drive from Nahoon beach.
My favourite restaurants
34 Jarvis Rd, Berea (5 minute drive)
Mon - Sat 8am - 9pm
Awesome restaurant with a great vibe. Their extensive menu will cater to all tastes. Great food, great service.
23 habitants recommandent
Jules On Jarvis
34 Jarvis Rd34 Jarvis Rd, Berea (5 minute drive)
Mon - Sat 8am - 9pm
Awesome restaurant with a great vibe. Their extensive menu will cater to all tastes. Great food, great service.
3 Frere Rd, Vincent (10 minute drive)
Mon - Fri 7am - 4pm
Sat 8am - 12pm
A busy intimate coffee shop with home-baked croissants, danishes, cruffins and delicious coffee.
Ginger & Co
3 Frere Road3 Frere Rd, Vincent (10 minute drive)
Mon - Fri 7am - 4pm
Sat 8am - 12pm
A busy intimate coffee shop with home-baked croissants, danishes, cruffins and delicious coffee.
Old Gonubie Rd (10 minute drive)
Tues - Fri 7.30am - 3pm
Sat, Sun 7.30am - 2pm
Fantastic rustic spot recently taken over by new and dynamic owners. Awesome poke and ramen bowls, best pizzas in town as well as other varied and delicious menu choices. Plenty of space to be seated next to a small lake.
44 habitants recommandent
Lavender Blue Market
Gonubie RdOld Gonubie Rd (10 minute drive)
Tues - Fri 7.30am - 3pm
Sat, Sun 7.30am - 2pm
Fantastic rustic spot recently taken over by new and dynamic owners. Awesome poke and ramen bowls, best pizzas in town as well as other varied and delicious menu choices. Plenty of space to be seated next to a small lake.
42 Pearce Street, Berea (5 minute drive)
Tues - Fri 8am - 4pm
Sat 8am - 1pm
Awesome small owner-run restaurant with the best sourdough sandwiches and a selection of more refined options for breakfast and lunch. Best croissants in town. Ultra-casual.
The Kitchen Table East London
42 Pearce Street42 Pearce Street, Berea (5 minute drive)
Tues - Fri 8am - 4pm
Sat 8am - 1pm
Awesome small owner-run restaurant with the best sourdough sandwiches and a selection of more refined options for breakfast and lunch. Best croissants in town. Ultra-casual.
Nature
Nahoon beach is safe, and beautiful. Start your walk at The Beach Break little restaurant along the beach to the Nahoon River mouth and take a dip in the clear warm water.
River Suite is a five-minute drive from Nahoon beach.
55 habitants recommandent
Nahoon Beach
Unnamed RoadNahoon beach is safe, and beautiful. Start your walk at The Beach Break little restaurant along the beach to the Nahoon River mouth and take a dip in the clear warm water.
River Suite is a five-minute drive from Nahoon beach.
East London's most beautiful golf course is situated out of town in Chintsa. Play a round and then enjoy a smart lunch at their restaurant. Best to check if they are open when you want to go: 087 350 4309. Olivewood is 30 minutes’ drive from River Suite.
18 habitants recommandent
Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club
Schafli RoadEast London's most beautiful golf course is situated out of town in Chintsa. Play a round and then enjoy a smart lunch at their restaurant. Best to check if they are open when you want to go: 087 350 4309. Olivewood is 30 minutes’ drive from River Suite.
If you have time, and you have hiking gear, this two or three night trail is a must. Situated on the Wild Coast, just north east of East London, you will experience incredible views and breathtaking scenery away from the madding crowds. Very safe. Contact Elize for more information and she will point you in the right direction.
7 habitants recommandent
Strandloper Hiking Trail
If you have time, and you have hiking gear, this two or three night trail is a must. Situated on the Wild Coast, just north east of East London, you will experience incredible views and breathtaking scenery away from the madding crowds. Very safe. Contact Elize for more information and she will point you in the right direction.
This company will arrange whatever type of luxury hike along the Wild Coast, north east of East London, you wish: incredible scenery and overnights in cheery coastal family-run hotels combined with river trips and game reserve visits. If you don't want to lug hiking gear with you, and you want to experience one of Africa's most beautiful coastlines, this is a must-do. Elize can put you in touch.
Wild Coast Holiday Reservations CC
Muirfield RoadThis company will arrange whatever type of luxury hike along the Wild Coast, north east of East London, you wish: incredible scenery and overnights in cheery coastal family-run hotels combined with river trips and game reserve visits. If you don't want to lug hiking gear with you, and you want to experience one of Africa's most beautiful coastlines, this is a must-do. Elize can put you in touch.
Conseils sur la ville
Ne manquez pas
A walk and swim on Nahoon beach
Start at The Beach Break cafe and walk to the Nahoon River mouth and swim at the mouth. The water is clear, warm and there are no waves.
Déplacements
Hire a car, or use Bolt or Uber.
When hiring Bolt or Uber, let your destination host know that you are on your way.
Coutumes et culture
People are very friendly in East London
Greet people with "Molo" (one person) or "Molweni" (many people) and you will raise a smile from anyone. People are willing to answer questions so if you're stuck, don't be shy to ask!
Manières de faire des économises
East London is a cost-effective destination
Prices are lower than the major city centres like Jozi and Cape Town.
Réservez avant de partir
Book your accommodation before you go
East London is not too busy but it's best to book your accommodation ahead of time. You don't need to book ahead for restaurants.
Que faut-il apporter?
East London is a very casual and relaxed town
No suits or ties needed! Business executives wear slacks and golf shirts to work, and everyone else wears shorts and flip flops. It is very hot from December to April, and mild during the rest of the year.
Phrases utiles
English and Xhosa are widely spoken
"Kunjani?" - "How are you?"
Que faut-il apporter?
Bring swimming gear, walking shoes, rain jacket!
Weather is balmy all year round, dipping to cooler in June, July and August.