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| − | '''St Francis Bay''' is a working fishing port and holiday destination on [[South Africa|South Africa's]] [[Eastern Cape]] coast. | + | '''St Francis Bay''' is a working fishing port and holiday destination in the Cacadu district of [[South Africa|South Africa]]. |
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| | ==Understand== | | ==Understand== |
| − | [[Image:Map-South_Africa-Eastern_Cape-StFrancis02.png|thumb|Port St Francis.]] | + | [[Image:Port_St_Francis1.jpg|thumb|350px|Port St Francis.]] |
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| | St Francis consists of three closely related, but distinct areas: St Francis Bay, Port St Francis and Cape St Francis. | | St Francis consists of three closely related, but distinct areas: St Francis Bay, Port St Francis and Cape St Francis. |
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| | '''Cape St Francis''' is home to a working lighthouse build in 1878. Surrounded by beautiful beaches and good surfing spots. | | '''Cape St Francis''' is home to a working lighthouse build in 1878. Surrounded by beautiful beaches and good surfing spots. |
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| − | == Tourism Office==
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| | * <listing name="St Francis Tourism Bureau" phone="+27 (0)42 294-0076" email="info@stfrancistourism.co.za" url="http://www.stfrancistourism.co.za"></listing> | | * <listing name="St Francis Tourism Bureau" phone="+27 (0)42 294-0076" email="info@stfrancistourism.co.za" url="http://www.stfrancistourism.co.za"></listing> |
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| − | ==Get in==
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| | + | [[Image:Map-South_Africa-Eastern_Cape-StFrancis02.png|thumb|350px|St Francis.]] |
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| | == By car == | | == By car == |
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| | ==See== | | ==See== |
| | + | [[Image:South_Africa-Port_St_Francis01.jpg|thumb|Port St Francis.]] |
| | + | [[Image:South_Africa-Cape_St_Francis01.jpg|thumb|Cape St Francis Lighthouse.]] |
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| | * <see name="Aston Bay" phone="" hours="" price="">Situated between Jeffreys Bay and Paradise Beach, this area offers long stretches of untouched sandy beaches surrounded by protected nature reserves. Sightings of small buck, tortoises, a large variety of birds, rabbits and mongoose are part of every day life in this nature conservancy and the creatures are much loved by local home-dwellers.</see> | | * <see name="Aston Bay" phone="" hours="" price="">Situated between Jeffreys Bay and Paradise Beach, this area offers long stretches of untouched sandy beaches surrounded by protected nature reserves. Sightings of small buck, tortoises, a large variety of birds, rabbits and mongoose are part of every day life in this nature conservancy and the creatures are much loved by local home-dwellers.</see> |
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| | established in 1878 and has since been declared a national monument.</see> | | established in 1878 and has since been declared a national monument.</see> |
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| − | * <see name="Humansdorp" phone="+27 (0) 42 295 1361" hours="" price="">The pleasant town of Humansdorp can be found en route to Plettenburg | + | * '''Humansdorp''' <see name="" phone="+27 (0)42 295-1361" hours="" price="">The pleasant town of Humansdorp can be found en route to Plettenburg |
| | Bay from Port Elizabeth. The Kouga Cultural Centre is a famous | | Bay from Port Elizabeth. The Kouga Cultural Centre is a famous |
| | attraction due to its symbolism and portrayal of the African Renaissance.</see> | | attraction due to its symbolism and portrayal of the African Renaissance.</see> |
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| − | * <see name="Jeffreys Bay" phone="+27 (0) 42 293 2923" hours="" url="http://www.jeffreysbaytourism.co.za"price="">The home of the perfect wave - situated between Port Elizabeth and the Garden Route is Jeffrey´s Bay, the soul of surfing in SA with a terrain of aloes, perfect points & classic reefs. Once a year the best surfers in the world get together for the annual Billabong Pro surfing competition at Supertubes.</see> | + | * '''Jeffreys Bay''' <see name="" phone="+27 (0)42 293-2923" hours="" url="http://www.jeffreysbaytourism.co.za"price="">The home of the perfect wave - situated between Port Elizabeth and the Garden Route is Jeffrey´s Bay, the soul of surfing in SA with a terrain of aloes, perfect points & classic reefs. Once a year the best surfers in the world get together for the annual Billabong Pro surfing competition at Supertubes.</see> |
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| | * <see name="Oyster Bay" phone="" hours="" url=""price="">What originally started off as a coastal farm before 1956, has since | | * <see name="Oyster Bay" phone="" hours="" url=""price="">What originally started off as a coastal farm before 1956, has since |
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| | the hustle and bustle of everyday city life. The name itself, explains it all…it really feels like paradise. Because of its wide and uncrowded beach, it’s also a paradise for windsurfers and kite boarders with good wind all year round.</see> | | the hustle and bustle of everyday city life. The name itself, explains it all…it really feels like paradise. Because of its wide and uncrowded beach, it’s also a paradise for windsurfers and kite boarders with good wind all year round.</see> |
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| − | *<see name="St. Francis Bay" phone="+27 (0) 42 294 0076" hours="" url="http://ww.stfrancistourism.co.za"price="">The charming holiday town of St Francis Bay is known for its endemic white houses with black roofs, either tile or thatch, together with Sardinian-style red tile roofs. It is set around the astonishing Marina | + | *<see name="St. Francis Bay" phone="+27 (0)42 294-0076" hours="" url="http://ww.stfrancistourism.co.za"price="">The charming holiday town of St Francis Bay is known for its endemic white houses with black roofs, either tile or thatch, together with Sardinian-style red tile roofs. It is set around the astonishing Marina |
| | canals, offers a delightful escape from the pressures of daily life, in a haven of peace and tranquility. Enjoy the glorious beaches, excellent water-sports, a leisurely lifestyle and the magical beauty of its unspoilt surroundings.</see> | | canals, offers a delightful escape from the pressures of daily life, in a haven of peace and tranquility. Enjoy the glorious beaches, excellent water-sports, a leisurely lifestyle and the magical beauty of its unspoilt surroundings.</see> |
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| | 27.75 metre. Although it is no longer in full operation, it is open to the public and guided tours of this historic lighthouse are available.</see> | | 27.75 metre. Although it is no longer in full operation, it is open to the public and guided tours of this historic lighthouse are available.</see> |
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| − | * <see name="The Penguin Rescue & Rehabilitation Centre" phone="+27 (0) 42 294 0076" hours="" price="">The rehabilitation centre offers you the opportunity to view the vulnerable African Penguin up close and personal. Although the conservation focus is on the African Penguin, the centre deals with all sick, injured or oiled marine birds. </see> | + | * <see name="The Penguin Rescue & Rehabilitation Centre" phone="+27 (0)42 294-0076" hours="" price="">The rehabilitation centre offers you the opportunity to view the vulnerable African Penguin up close and personal. Although the conservation focus is on the African Penguin, the centre deals with all sick, injured or oiled marine birds. </see> |
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| | ==Do== | | ==Do== |
| − | '''Golf'''
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| − | * <do name="St Francis Links" phone="+27 (0) 42 200 4500">The highly rated St Francis Links is an extremely beautiful and challenging 18-hole, par 72 golf course which compares favourably with some of the best courses in the Cape.</do>
| + | [[Image:South_Africa-St_Francis-canals01.jpg|thumb|The canals in St Francis Bay.]] |
| − | | + | [[Image:South_Africa-St_Francis_Bay-river_mouth_and_beach01.jpg|thumb|The river mouth and beaches in St Francis Bay.]] |
| − | * <do name="St Francis Bay Golf Club" phone="+27 (0) 42 294 0467"></do>
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| − | * <do name="Swartenbosch Golf Club in Humansdorp" phone="+27 (0) 42 291 0569">9 Hole (18 tee) Golf Course</do>
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| | * <do name="Jetski in the Krom River and out to the ocean" phone="+27 (0)82 939-4081"></do> | | * <do name="Jetski in the Krom River and out to the ocean" phone="+27 (0)82 939-4081"></do> |
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| | * <do name="Viking Boat Hire" phone="+27 (0)83 325-1655" price="Around R400 per day">Hire a boat to explore the canals and river on your own.</do> | | * <do name="Viking Boat Hire" phone="+27 (0)83 325-1655" price="Around R400 per day">Hire a boat to explore the canals and river on your own.</do> |
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| | + | * <do name="St Francis Links" phone="+27 (0) 42 200 4500">The highly rated St Francis Links is an extremely beautiful and challenging 18-hole, par 72 golf course which compares favourably with some of the best courses in the Cape.</do> |
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| | + | * <do name="St Francis Bay Golf Club" phone="+27 (0) 42 294 0467"></do> |
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| | + | * <do name="Swartenbosch Golf Club in Humansdorp" phone="+27 (0) 42 291 0569">9 Hole (18 tee) Golf Course</do> |
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| | ===Horse, hiking & mountain biking trails=== | | ===Horse, hiking & mountain biking trails=== |
| − | There are a number of small nature reserves in the area, such as the Kabeljous Nature Reserve, which is a walk-about reserve with a safe beach for swimming and excellent fishing spots, as well as bird watching. The reserve includes a 4 kilometre hiking trail and its own flock of pink flamingoes (when in season). Nature lovers can also enjoy the Noorsekloof Nature Reserve, which runs through a popular residential area. Here you can look out for small buck and many birds while walking the 3 kilometre trail running alongside the stream, while breathing in the magnificent fragrances of indigenous fynbos. The Seekoei River Nature Reserve, situated on the Seekoei River estuary, is a bird watcher’s paradise with hides overlooking the river. For the energetic, Jeffreys Bay can also be explored from the seat of a rented mountain bike. There are some exciting places to visit of which the waterfall, located just outside of town, is perhaps one of the best. The natural pools are refreshing to say the least, while the waterslide and cliffs from which to jump off is perfect entertainment for the more adventurous. | + | There are a number of small nature reserves in the area, which provide the perfect backdrop for magnificant hiking and hore riding trails in the area. |
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| − | *<do name="Beach Horse Rides Papiesfontein" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+27 (0) 82 574 9396" url="http://www.jeffreysbaytourism.com" hours="" price="" lat="" long=""></do>
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| | *<do name="Eastern Cape Tours" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+27 (0) 82 824 3124" url="http://www.easterncapetours.co.za" hours="" price="" lat="" long=""></do> | | *<do name="Eastern Cape Tours" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+27 (0) 82 824 3124" url="http://www.easterncapetours.co.za" hours="" price="" lat="" long=""></do> |
| − | *<do name="Kouga Quad Adventures" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+27 (0) 82 921 1390" url="http://www.quad-rides.co.za" hours="" price="" lat="" long=""></do>
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| | *<do name="Oyster Bay Lodge Hiking Trails" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+27 (0) 42 297 0150" url="http://www.oysterbaylodge.com " hours="" price="" lat="" long=""></do> | | *<do name="Oyster Bay Lodge Hiking Trails" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="+27 (0) 42 297 0150" url="http://www.oysterbaylodge.com " hours="" price="" lat="" long=""></do> |
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| | * <eat name="Barons Grill" address="Village centre"></eat> | | * <eat name="Barons Grill" address="Village centre"></eat> |
| | * <eat name="The Butcher Shop" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1982" address="Village centre"></eat> | | * <eat name="The Butcher Shop" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1982" address="Village centre"></eat> |
| − | * <eat name="Farol Bistro and Coffee shop" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1019" address="Village centre">Excellent breakfasts.</eat> | + | * <eat name="Farol Bistro and Coffee shop" alt="" address="Village centre" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Excellent breakfasts.</eat> |
| | * <eat name="Porthole Restaurant And Bar" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1123"> On the port. Serves delicious calamari, fresh from the sea. Sit on the patio and watch the calamari being unloaded from the fishing boats.</eat> | | * <eat name="Porthole Restaurant And Bar" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1123"> On the port. Serves delicious calamari, fresh from the sea. Sit on the patio and watch the calamari being unloaded from the fishing boats.</eat> |
| | * <eat name="Trattoria San Francesco" phone="+21 (0)42 294-0819" address="Village centre">Pasta.</eat> | | * <eat name="Trattoria San Francesco" phone="+21 (0)42 294-0819" address="Village centre">Pasta.</eat> |
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| | ==Drink== | | ==Drink== |
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| − | ==Sleep== | + | ==Sleep== |
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| | + | ===St Francis Bay=== |
| | + | * <sleep name="Cape St Francis Resort" url="http://www.capestfrancis.co.za/beachbreak.htm" phone="+27 (0)42 298-0054" email="stfrancisoptions@portstfrancis.co.za" url="http://www.stfrancisoptions.co.za">This is a luxuary 5-star resort with three separate villas and a total of 12 en suite bedrooms. You can opt for either slef catering or bed and breakfast accommodation</sleep> |
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| − | * <sleep name="Cape St Francis Resort" url="http://www.capestfrancis.co.za" phone="+27 (0)42 298-0054" email="stfrancisoptions@portstfrancis.co.za" url="http://www.stfrancisoptions.co.za">Close to Joe Fish Restaurant</sleep>
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| − | * <sleep name="Beach Break" url="http://www.beachbreak.co.za" phone="+27 (0)42 298-0054" email="stfrancisoptions@portstfrancis.co.za" url="http://www.stfrancisoptions.co.za">On the beach</sleep>
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| − | * <sleep name="Lyngenfjord House" phone="+27 (0)42 298-0444" fax="+27 (0)42 298-0445" email="elza@lyngenfjord.co.za" url="http://www.lyngenfjord.co.za" address="7 Lyngenfjord road" price="R250 to R550 per person sharing">4 star.</sleep>
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| | * <sleep name="Osbosch Lodge" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1001">Self catering and B&B.</sleep> | | * <sleep name="Osbosch Lodge" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1001">Self catering and B&B.</sleep> |
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| | + | *<sleep name="The Sands @ St. Francis" alt="" address="8 Frank Rd" directions="" phone="+27422941888" url="http://www.thesands.co.za" checkin="" checkout="" price="" lat="" long="">This splendid luxurious five star African Beach House offers five spacious en suite bedrooms all with uninterrupted views of the majestic Indian Ocean and endless stretches of pristine coastline.</sleep> |
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| | + | * <sleep name="Sandriver Lodge" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1052" email="sandriverlodge@tiscali.co.za" address="St Francis Drive" directions="Across the road from St Francis village" price="R200 to R250 per person sharing">Nice B&B close to shopps and golf course</sleep> |
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| | + | * <sleep name="Thatchwood Country Lodge" phone="+27 (0) 42 294 0082" email="thatchwood@intekom.co.za" fax="+27 (0)42 294 1998" url="http://www.stfrancisbay-accommodation.co.za/" address="" directions="Across the road from St Francis village" price="R200 to R250 per person sharing">They offer various rooms with both double and twin beds</sleep> |
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| | + | ===Port St Francis=== |
| | * <sleep name="Port Hotel" url="http://www.porthotel.co.za" phone="+27 (0)42 294-0006" email="stfrancisoptions@portstfrancis.co.za" url="http://www.stfrancisoptions.co.za">Located on the harbour</sleep> | | * <sleep name="Port Hotel" url="http://www.porthotel.co.za" phone="+27 (0)42 294-0006" email="stfrancisoptions@portstfrancis.co.za" url="http://www.stfrancisoptions.co.za">Located on the harbour</sleep> |
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| | * <sleep name="Port view place" url="http://www.portviewplace.co.za" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1506" email="stfrancisoptions@portstfrancis.co.za" url="http://www.stfrancisoptions.co.za">B&B within walking distance from the port</sleep> | | * <sleep name="Port view place" url="http://www.portviewplace.co.za" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1506" email="stfrancisoptions@portstfrancis.co.za" url="http://www.stfrancisoptions.co.za">B&B within walking distance from the port</sleep> |
| − | * Rent a thatched roof house in the bay, sleeps 6 on the golf course, 250 m from the beach. Phone ''+27'' (0)21 461 9787. Nice house, excellent value for money. | + | |
| − | * <sleep name="Sandriver Lodge" phone="+27 (0)42 294-1052" email="sandriverlodge@tiscali.co.za" address="St Francis Drive" directions="Across the road from St Francis village" price="R200 to R250 per person sharing">Nice B&B close to shopps and golf course</sleep> | + | |
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| | + | * <sleep name="Beach Break" url="http://www.beachbreak.co.za" phone="+27 (0)42 298-0054" email="stfrancisoptions@portstfrancis.co.za" url="http://www.capestfrancis.co.za/beachbreak.htm">On the beach</sleep> |
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| | + | * <sleep name="Lyngenfjord House" alt="" address="7 Lyngenfjord road" directions="" phone="+27 (0)42 298-0444" url="http://www.lyngenfjord.co.za" checkin="2PM" checkout="11AM" price="From R250-R550 pps" lat="" long="" fax="+27 (0)42 298-0445" email="elza@lyngenfjord.co.za">4 star.</sleep> |
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| | + | For contact details for food and groceries, vehicles, home services, |
| | + | liquor, medical practitioners, nurseries & garden services, pharmacy, |
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| | + | '''Local telephone directory: 1023''' |
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| | + | '''International telephone directory: 10903''' |
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| | + | '''Important Numbers''' |
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| | + | Police: 10111 or +27 (0) 42 293 1133 |
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| | + | Fire Brigade: +27 (0) 42 291 0283 |
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| | + | Ambulance: 10177 or +27 (0) 42 293 1311 |
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| | + | Hospital: +27 (0) 42 291 0749 |
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| | ==Get out== | | ==Get out== |
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| − | [[Image:South_Africa-Port_St_Francis01.jpg|thumb|Port St Francis.]] | + | *[[Addo]] |
| − | [[Image:South_Africa-Cape_St_Francis01.jpg|thumb|Cape St Francis Lighthouse.]] | + | *[[Baviaans]] |
| − | [[Image:South_Africa-St_Francis-canals01.jpg|thumb|The canals in St Francis Bay.]] | + | *[[Grahamstown]] |
| − | [[Image:South_Africa-St_Francis_Bay-river_mouth_and_beach01.jpg|thumb|The river mouth and beaches in St Francis Bay.]] | + | *[[Jeffreys Bay]] |
| | + | *[[Karoo]] |
| | + | *[[Sunshine Coast (South Africa)|Sunshine Coast]] |
| | + | *[[Tsitsikamma]] |
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| | {{usablecity}} | | {{usablecity}} |
| | {{isPartOf|Sunshine Coast (South Africa)}} | | {{isPartOf|Sunshine Coast (South Africa)}} |
| | {{geo|-34.172897|24.832878}} | | {{geo|-34.172897|24.832878}} |
St Francis consists of three closely related, but distinct areas: St Francis Bay, Port St Francis and Cape St Francis.
Not far from Jeffreys Bay lies the charming town of St Francis
Bay. It is known for its endemic white houses with either black tile or thatch roofs blending together with the Sardinian-style red tile roofs. Approximately half of the town is built around the largest web of manmade canals and waterways in Africa. Adjacent to St Francis Bay is the pastoral fishing village of Cape St Francis with its outstanding beach and historic Seal Point Lighthouse while Port St Francis is the harbour. Visit Oyster Bay, a town that caters for those who enjoy quiet time and relaxation. Explore this district with its beautiful beaches, rich wildlife and adventures - surf the waves or swim with dolphins, there is something for everyone in this picturesque and breathtaking Jeffreys Bay area.
There are two airports located in close proximity to St Francis. The closest is the Port Elizabeth airport which is 76km away. The East London airport is 356km away. There are regular flights from Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and other South African destinations to the airports in Port Elizabeth and East London.
All major South African coach companies offer regular schedules to and from destinations like Addo.
There are a number of small nature reserves in the area, which provide the perfect backdrop for magnificant hiking and hore riding trails in the area.
For contact details for food and groceries, vehicles, home services,
liquor, medical practitioners, nurseries & garden services, pharmacy,
professional, cleaning, legal services, photography, security, timber decks,
housing, health and beauty call the local or international telephone
directory.
