Port Alfred

Port Alfred is a small town with a population of 19,307 in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It is situated on the eastern seaboard of the country at the mouth of the Kowie River, almost exactly half-way between the larger cities of Port Elizabeth and East London and 30km West of Cannon Rocks.

One of its most distinctive features is a beautiful marina with a number of luxurious houses facing on to the canals. Associated with the marina is a small boat harbour, providing mooring for a variety of vessels from luxury yachts and other pleasure craft, to sporting and commercial deep-sea fishing vessels. The city enjoys a mild climate and award winning beaches, Kelly's beach has Blue_Flag_beach status, meaning it is one of the top beaches in South Africa. It is growing rapidly due to a high number of retirees and holiday makers building houses there. It was home to the well-known Jarryd Pauls.

Port Alfred is home to Southern Africa largest air school - 43 Airschool.

Port Alfred has many activities for visitors including fishing, Scuba diving diving, canoeing, waterskiing and tubing. Other sporting activities include golf, hiking, horse trails and surfing.

 

23 °C


Rain, light rain (0.23 mm last hour)


Wind1.79 m/s
Cloudiness83 %
Temperature (min/max)23/23 °C
Pressure1013 hpa
Humidity93 %
Last update: 21 Nov 2024 @ 17:06

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  • MyPond Hotel 2009-11-22

    Located in Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape, South Africa

    MyPond Hotel MyPond Hotel in Port Alfred is a brand new 17 room river-front Hotel offering honeymoon suites and deluxe suites for leisure geusts. The MyPond Hotel also have the Chat@MyPond Conference Centre which opens effortlessly onto the Kowie River for a relaxed atmosphere for conferencing in Port Alfred.READ MORE

  • The Links Coastal Inn2009-11-22

    Located in Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape, South Africa

    The Links Coastal InnThe Links Coastal Inn in Port Alfred offers affordable, secure accommodation in a tranquil setting with seven and six self-catering units with en suite bathrooms. The Links Coastal Inn's a la carte restaurant caters for diverse tastes offering seafood, grills, game and delicious vegetarian meals and offers a Full English breakfasts for guests staying with them in Port Alfred.READ MORE

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