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Things to see in East London, South Africa (South Africa): 17 places and when to go
East London, South Africa is a city in South Africa with around 339,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 17 places in and around it, mainly Nature (11), Wildlife (11), With kids (3). The best known are Umtiza Nature Reserve, Hood Point Lighthouse and Bridle Drift Dam Nature Reserve. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 10 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 50. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- South Africa · -32.97, 27.87
- Population
- About 339,000
- Places
- 17 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (11) · Wildlife (11) · With kids (3) · Museums and art (2) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- October to April.
- Also possible
- May to September.
- Nearest airport
- PLZ Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), 238 km as the crow flies
What to see in East London, South Africa
The places in and around East London, South Africa, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Umtiza Nature ReserveForest nature reserve in East London7.8 km
- Hood Point LighthouseLighthouse in South Africa8.3 km
- Bridle Drift Dam Nature ReserveNature reserve in the Eastern Cape14 km
- Gulu Nature ReserveCoastal forest reserve in the Eastern Cape19 km
- Kwelera Nature ReserveCoastal forest reserve in the Eastern Cape18 km
- Nahoon Nature ReserveRiverine nature reserve in the Eastern Cape6.4 km
- Bats CaveCave7.6 km
- Fort Pato Nature ReserveForest nature reserve in the Eastern Cape19 km
- Glengariff BayBay in Eastern Cape, South Africa22 km
- Potters Pass Nature ReserveCoastal reserve in the Eastern Cape8.1 km
- East London ZooZoo in East London, South Africa5.9 km
- Queensberry BayBay in Eastern Cape, South Africa24 km
- Quenera Nature ReserveRiverine nature reserve in the Eastern Cape8.5 km
- East London AquariumWith kids · Wildlife7.1 km
- East London MuseumMuseum3.8 km
- Gately House MuseumMuseum in East London, South Africa6.2 km
- The Lion ParkWith kids · Wildlife7.4 km
When to go to East London, South Africa
The best time to visit East London, South Africa is October to April; also possible: May to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time13:57
- FebBest time13:10
- MarBest time12:15
- AprBest time11:11
- MayPossible10:18
- JunPossible9:50
- JulPossible10:02
- AugPossible10:47
- SepPossible11:48
- OctBest time12:50
- NovBest time13:44
- DecBest time14:10
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 10 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 50. In January, 17 of the 17 places are at their best.
When to go to South Africa in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to East London, South Africa
The nearest main airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)), 238 km as the crow flies. How to get around South Africa (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Port Alfred13 places116 km
- Makhanda, South Africa9 places131 km
- Queenstown, South Africa6 places151 km
- Port St. Johns7 places216 km
- Gqeberha20 places238 km
- Uitenhage5 places247 km
And all of South Africa, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in East London, South Africa?
The best known: Umtiza Nature Reserve, Hood Point Lighthouse, Bridle Drift Dam Nature Reserve, Gulu Nature Reserve, Kwelera Nature Reserve. In all, 17 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit East London, South Africa?
October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 10 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 50.
How do you get to East London, South Africa?
The nearest main airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ), 238 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with East London, South Africa as the destination and these 17 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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