Gqeberha is a destination with something in store for every kind of traveller, including those who walk with a camera in hand searching for the perfect Instagram shot.
Here are some of Gqeberha’s most picturesque and Insta-worthy spots.
Addo Elephant Park
An ellie roadblock in Addo Elephant National Park.
The popular Addo Elephant Park is situated a mere 30 minute drive from the Gqeberha Airport. It is home to over 600 elephants and is truly the gift that keeps on giving for those who visit with their camera in hand. At Hapoor Dam, as well as other waterholes within the Park, one can find up to hundreds of elephants splashing around in the water and mud. If you’re in search of beautiful nature and wildlife shots, Addo Elephant Park is definitely worth considering.
Picture: Addo Elephant Park
Shark Rock Pier
Shark Rock Pier is synonymous with Gqeberha’s beachfront. It boasts a kind of beauty that seemingly never fades, and social media is filled with its charming images shot from different angles.
Whether captured during sunrise, at night or using a drone, it has proven to be very attractive and Instagram-worthy. Shark Rock Pier also makes for a stunning backdrop, so come ready with all your poses.
Cape Recife Lighthouse
The Cape Recife Lighthouse stands ready for those who seek the perfect Insta shot. It is one of the oldest lighthouses in South Africa and was first lit in 1851.
Although the lighthouse is not open for entry, you can take plenty of stunning shots from the outside. The Cape Recife area also boasts rich natural diversity which is worthy of exploring and capturing.
Photo by Teagan Cunniffe
Kings Beach
Gqeberha is home to a number of stunning beaches, and Kings Beach forms part of the most popular ones. When the Gqeberha sun is out, it offers endless opportunities to capture the pristine coastline. The sunrises and sunsets are magnificent too. So, come ready with your camera battery fully charged. Who knows? You might just give your Instagram feed a makeover.
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