NELSON MANDELA BAY, EASTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA

Nelson Mandela Bay, the only metropolitan area to earn itself the honour of being named after South Africa’s former president, is the official gateway to the Eastern Cape province and the famed Garden Route.

SOUTH AFRICA'S YEAR-ROUND BEACH DESTINATION

Situated along the shores of the Indian Ocean, this picturesque city overlooks the bustling seaport of Algoa Bay. With warm, dry summers and mild winters, Nelson Mandela Bay entices water lovers year-round.

Known locally as the water sport capital of Africa, Nelson Mandela Bay boasts sailing venues, snorkelling, windsurfing, kite surfing, fly-fishing, angling, canoeing and world-class scuba diving among colourful reefs and interesting shipwrecks.

Guests might also enjoy a boat excursion to view seals, whales, dolphins and perhaps even ragged-tooth sharks. Or they can simply laze on the 40 km stretch of sundrenched beaches, with their award-winning beachfront restaurants.