• The climate is highly varied in this region, and can range from very hot (at the coast) to very cold (in the mountains); check with a local weather service before travelling.
  • The Eastern Cape is malaria free.
  • There are three airports that serve the Eastern Cape – in East London, Port Elizabeth and Mthatha.
  • Plan your transport arrangements before you leave – public transport is not efficient in rural parts of the province.

 

One of Africa’s largest and most colourful cultural attractions, the National Arts Festival, is held annually in Grahamstown.