The heaviest flying bird in the world, the Kori Bustard, one of over 220 bird species, can be found in the area.

Area: Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Situated in the middle of a region where four geographical zones meet, Grahamstown is a bird-watchers paradise. The Thomas Baines Nature Reserve, just outside the city is a favourite viewing site and the Great Fish River Reserve, 35km from the city.

Number: +27 (046) 622 4900

Area: Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa

As the name, Blue Crane Route, suggest, Somerset East is an excellent bird-watching destination. Over 80 bird species were recorded in the Bosberg Nature Reserve area.

Number: +27 (042) 243 1333

Area: Somerset East, Eastern Cape, South Africa

The reserve is ideal for hikers, mountain bikers, birdwatchers and outdoor enthusiasts or for those who simply want a getaway. A host of unusual plants and succulents including cycads and 'elephants feet' can be seen, as well as kudu, impala and hartebeest. ...

Number: +27 (049) 838 0042

Area: Kleinpoort, Eastern Cape, South Africa

The reserve is situated to the east of Jeffreys Bay next to the Kabeljouws River. It offers good waterfowl watching. This is one of the last unspoiled river estuaries in the Eastern Cape.

Number: +27 (042) 292 0339

Area: Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa

This reserve is situated between the coastal villages of Cape St. Francis and St. Francis Bay. It offers a network of hiking trails of which the longest is 5km. Good angling opportunities to be found along the coast. The 36ha Cape St. Francis Nature Reserve ...

Number: +27 (042) 292 0339

Area: St Francis drive, St Francis Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Natal Midlands, midway between Greytown and Mooi River on the Rietvlei Road. The land area of 113 hectares is of the karoo system, ecca series, consisting of shale, sandstone and grit at an altitude of 1 308m.

Number: +27 (033) 845 1999

Area: Aberdeen, Eastern Cape, South Africa

On the southern slopes of the Bosberg range, 2 050ha of varied habitats. A thickly wooded Nature Reserve, with popular hiking trails.

Number: +27 (042) 243 1333

Area: Bosberg, Somerset East, Eastern Cape, South Africa