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Provincial Nature Reserve Guide

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Did you know the Eastern Cape is home to the Big 7 Did you know the Eastern Cape is home to the Big 7? The Province not only offers scenic diverse landscapes, thrilling adventures, rich culture and heritage, but also an abundance of world class game viewing and safari experiences. #ECYours2Explore #EasternCape #Big7 #wildlife #safari
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#HoleInTheWall #CoffeeBay #EasternCape #ECYours2Explore #WildCoast
“Nature unfolds her treasure at the first ray of “Nature unfolds her treasure at the first ray of sunrise.” – Kishore Bansal

The beautiful Kabeljous coastline in Jeffreys Bay showing off its moody morning coat of many colours. A beautiful and blessed day to everyone.

Image credit: Sarina Engelbrecht #ECYours2Explore #EasternCape #JBay #Kouga #MeetSouthAfrica #TravelInspiration
#TravelInspiration “We travel not to escape life #TravelInspiration “We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us” – Anonymous #Baviaanskloof #EasternCape #MeetSouthAfrica #ECYours2Explore
Charity Hike for Rhinos | Island Nature Reserve, N Charity Hike for Rhinos | Island Nature Reserve, Nelson Mandela Bay | Saturday, 04 November 2023 | Entry: R50
All proceeds will towards rhino protection in the Eastern Cape.
More about Bushbuck Hiking Trail:
The Green Flag status Bushbuck hiking trails are easy to do, accommodating all fitness levels, from young to elderly. There are excellent vantage points with coastal views, Yellow Wood and Milkwood trees, and animals such as vervet monkeys, duikers and bushbucks can be seen along the trails, on a lucky day, porcupines, bushpigs and caracal can also be seen.
Registration will take place at the Island Nature Reserve from 8am-4pm on Friday, 03 November as well as between 7-9am on Saturday, 04 November 2023.
• Water will be available but hikers should also bring their own filled water bottle.
• Bring your sunscreen, hats etc.
• If you are unable to make it on the day and would like to make a donation contact us!
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call 087 086 2498 | 071 609 1383 or email Hosia.Maibelo@ecpta.co.za
#CharityRhinoHike #ECYours2Explore
Bring it home boys! May the ‘gees’ be with you Bring it home boys! May the ‘gees’ be with you! #RWC2023 #ECYours2Explore #StrongerTogether #Mayibuye
Charity Hike for Rhinos | Island Nature Reserve, N Charity Hike for Rhinos | Island Nature Reserve, Nelson Mandela Bay | Saturday, 04 November 2023 | Entry: R50
All proceeds will towards rhino protection in the Eastern Cape.

More about Bushbuck Hiking Trail:
The Green Flag status Bushbuck hiking trails are easy to do, accommodating all fitness levels, from young to elderly. There are excellent vantage points with coastal views, Yellow Wood and Milkwood trees, and animals such as vervet monkeys, duikers and bushbucks can be seen along the trails, on a lucky day, porcupines, bushpigs and caracal can also be seen.

Registration will take place at the Island Nature Reserve from 8am-4pm on Friday, 03 November as well as between 7-9am on Saturday, 04 November 2023.
• Water will be available but hikers should also bring their own filled water bottle.
• Bring your sunscreen, hats etc.
• If you are unable to make it on the day and would like to make a donation contact us!

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call 087 086 2498 | 071 609 1383 or email Hosia.Maibelo@ecpta.co.za
#CharityRhinoHike #ECYours2Explore
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