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Activities, safaris and other tours

Activities

Fishing

Fresh water fishing is available on the 5km river front around the lodge. The Bushman’s and Kariega rivers offer tidal river fishing. Rock and surf fishing are available along the pristine beaches and deep sea fishing is also offered from Port Alfred - a 45 minute drive away.

Birding

Crown River Safari boasts magnificent views of beautiful Yellowwood trees supporting large Crown Eagle and Hammer Kop nests. During October, November and December the nest provides views of parent birds feeding one or two fluffy white chicks. The nest has been occupied for 20 years. Guests have the possibility of seeing a Fish Eagle diving and lifting prey from the water, while they relax and enjoy refreshments from the porch at River Lodge.

Hiking

Oldenburgia Hiking Trail covers an area of 6000 ha and provides the hiker with a variety of interesting sights and sounds.

Photography

Splendid opportunities, whether historical or natural abound. Crown River Safaris, bordering State Reserve, the tidal Kariega and Bushman Rivers and sea side resorts of Port Alfred, Kenton on sea, Riet River and Kasouga, offer creative opportunities for the keen photographer. The Addo Elephant and Alexandria State Forest Reserves provide additional not-to-be-missed excursions less than an hour from the lodge.

Drives

Night and day-time drives on Crown River Safaris and the bordering State Reserve can be arranged on request

Game Capture

Experience the challenge of passive capture or darting animals with a qualified state veterinarian. (Pre-booking is essential.)

Scuba Diving

Both, Port Alfred 70km and Port Elizabeth 130km from the lodge, have diving facilities should you wish to participate in an underwater experience.

Helicopter Flights

Helicopter flights can be arranged and prices will be provided on request.

Safari & other tours

Historic

Famous historic forts originally positioned along the banks of the Great Fish River in order to act as early warning signals and barriers to raiding Xhosa tribes tell their own stories while the local historian regales with anecdotes of battles fought and won, embroidering the views of various resident tribes and long-established settlers.

Big 5

Addo Elephant Park provides Big Five viewing opportunities and is within an hour‘s drive of the Lodge.

Golf

There are 5 top rated golf courses within 30 to 90 minutes drive of Crown River Safari Lodge. Playing any of these eighteen holes will provide challenges but ensures views to replenish the soul.

Bushman’s Sands Golf Course
Royal Port Alfred Golf Course
Fish River Sun Golf Course
Port Elizabeth Golf Course
Humewood Golf Course

St Croix Island

Penguin and seal viewing can be arranged on request.

Cango Caves and Ostrich farms

Not for the faint hearted, this is a 2-day trip and requires booking in advance.

Port Elizabeth

View a variety of sea creatures at the Oceanarium (Aquarium) or take a leisurely stroll through Settlers Park.

Environmental Education

Improve your general knowledge of the bush - mammals, reptiles and birds, the trees, bushes and grasses of the area. Learn specie identification or tracking skills, take up sound identification courses or experience the Confined Solitary Soul and Sound Exercises guaranteed to heighten your senses.

Group bookings attract different rates for accommodation and activities.

Working Holidays

Build up experience and expose yourself to the requirements and knowledge of running and working on a sustainable game ranch.

Group bookings attract different rates for accommodation and activities.