Eastern Cape Provincial Article - South African Vacations

Steve Biko’s Grave: Steve Biko’s Grave at Ginsberg is the last resting place of
this famous political martyr.
Town Hall: The stately Town Hall was built in 1867 and often hosts events in
its small theatre.
KOMGA
The scenic village of Komga –“Place of Clay”, lies 64 km from King William’s
Town and was established near an old military camp. Komga is attractively
set in rolling, green grasslands with fertile soil in an area with a high rainfall.
Farming is the mainstay of the local community.
ADVENTURE AND SPORT
Hiking: Information on hiking trails can be obtained from the library.
HISTORY AND ARCHITECTURE
Anglican Church: The elegant Anglican Church was completed in 1866.
Colonel Moore Memorial: Situated at Draaibos, this memorial is dedicated to
Colonel Hans Garrett Moore, the first person to be awarded a Victoria Cross
on South African soil.
Library: The library building was completed in 1893 and is a national
monument.
MORGAN’S BAY
This small town, just 16 km from Kei Mouth, is situated on the banks of the
Ntshala River. The bay boasts a landscape of dramatic high cliffs and
“kranzes”, a lovely lagoon, some 200 species of bird and fascinating
indigenous flora. The town and its neighbour, Cape Morgan, both take their
name from AF Morgan, master of the Barracouta, the ship that was used for a
survey of the coastline in 1822.
ADVENTURE AND SPORT
Hiking: Various hiking routes are demarcated in the area. Routes include the
coast between Morgan’s Bay and Kei Mouth; from Kob Inn to Morgan’s Bay
(the 6-day Wild Coast Meander); from Qolora, north of the Kei River to Glen
Garriff in the south (Wild Coast Amble) and along the northern Pondoland
Coast (Wild Coast Pondo Walk) as well as further inland through indigenous
forest valleys. Ultimately you can tackle the renowned 5-day Strandloper
Hiking Trail from Cape Morgan/Kei Mouth to Gonubie/East London.
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