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Transkei Safari

Explore South Africa’s

Wild Coast Heart

Escape into the untouched natural beauty on a Transkei safari, nestled along South Africa‘s Wild Coast. This unspoiled haven offers dramatic coastal scenery, thrilling outdoor adventures, and the chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of the Xhosa people. Enjoy a blend of coastal wilderness and rich cultural heritage for an unforgettable adventure. 

The Transkei may not be as well-known for safaris as Kruger National Park, but it boasts diverse wildlife. You might encounter antelope, zebras, wildebeest, and occasionally rhinos or elephants in some reserves. Birdwatching is also popular, with over 400 bird species in the region.

Private game reserves in the Transkei offer guided game drives in open vehicles, often paired with luxurious accommodation options. For a unique experience, try a horseback safari, combining riding with wildlife viewing along the Wild Coast.

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What To Do on a

Transkei Safari

Discover the Wild Coast’s dramatic landscapes, coastal adventures, wildlife encounters, rich cultural heritage, and the warm hospitality of the Xhosa people.

Cascading waterfall

Spectacular Coastal Landscapes

Explore a dramatic coastline carved by ocean forces. Discover scenic cliffs, uninhabited beaches, cascading waterfalls, and the famed Hole-in-the-Wall – a unique rocky feature accessible at low tide.

Where untamed coastlines tell ocean’s wild story.

A rural landscape in Transkei, South Africa, featuring a traditional hut with a thatched roof, painted in pale blue, alongside a dirt road with rolling hills and scattered homes in the background.

Immerse in Xhosa Culture

Encounter the vibrant traditions of the Xhosa people in their homeland. Visit charming rural villages, experience authentic hospitality, and gain insight into a culture deeply connected to the land and its ancestry on a Transkei safari.

Step into tradition, witness a resilient way of life.

close up dolphin in ocean

Marine & Terrestrial Adventures

Dive into diverse adventures along the Wild Coast. Hike challenging trails, explore secret beaches, witness dolphins and whales, try local surf spots, or venture into nearby reserves for wildlife viewing.

Where rugged land meets powerful sea.

Relaxing at their favourite fishing spot

Relax into Coastal Vibes

Embrace the slower rhythm of life along the Wild Coast. Stay in rustic seaside lodges, savor fresh seafood caught offshore, find hidden fishing spots, and reconnect with nature in its untamed beauty.

Escape to your own secluded coast-side sanctuary.

Trail in forest for tourist

Off-the-Beaten-Path Encounters

Go beyond typical tourist trails in the Transkei. Follow lesser-known paths, uncover hidden gems, experience authentic culture, and embark on a meaningful journey through a land less traveled.

Seek adventure where few others have ventured.

Cascading waterfall

Spectacular Coastal Landscapes

Explore a dramatic coastline carved by ocean forces. Discover scenic cliffs, uninhabited beaches, cascading waterfalls, and the famed Hole-in-the-Wall – a unique rocky feature accessible at low tide.

Where untamed coastlines tell ocean’s wild story.

A rural landscape in Transkei, South Africa, featuring a traditional hut with a thatched roof, painted in pale blue, alongside a dirt road with rolling hills and scattered homes in the background.

Immerse in Xhosa Culture

Encounter the vibrant traditions of the Xhosa people in their homeland. Visit charming rural villages, experience authentic hospitality, and gain insight into a culture deeply connected to the land and its ancestry on a Transkei safari.

Step into tradition, witness a resilient way of life.

close up dolphin in ocean

Marine & Terrestrial Adventures

Dive into diverse adventures along the Wild Coast. Hike challenging trails, explore secret beaches, witness dolphins and whales, try local surf spots, or venture into nearby reserves for wildlife viewing.

Where rugged land meets powerful sea.

Relaxing at their favourite fishing spot

Relax into Coastal Vibes

Embrace the slower rhythm of life along the Wild Coast. Stay in rustic seaside lodges, savor fresh seafood caught offshore, find hidden fishing spots, and reconnect with nature in its untamed beauty.

Escape to your own secluded coast-side sanctuary.

Trail in forest for tourist

Off-the-Beaten-Path Encounters

Go beyond typical tourist trails in the Transkei. Follow lesser-known paths, uncover hidden gems, experience authentic culture, and embark on a meaningful journey through a land less traveled.

Seek adventure where few others have ventured.

What To Do

In the Transkei

Discover the Wild Coast’s dramatic landscapes, coastal adventures, wildlife encounters, rich cultural heritage, and the warm hospitality of the Xhosa people.

Cascading waterfall

Spectacular Coastal Landscapes

Explore a dramatic coastline carved by ocean forces. Discover scenic cliffs, uninhabited beaches, cascading waterfalls, and the famed Hole-in-the-Wall – a unique rocky feature accessible at low tide.

Where untamed coastlines tell ocean’s wild story.

A rural landscape in Transkei, South Africa, featuring a traditional hut with a thatched roof, painted in pale blue, alongside a dirt road with rolling hills and scattered homes in the background.

Immerse in Xhosa Culture

Encounter the vibrant traditions of the Xhosa people in their homeland. Visit charming rural villages, experience authentic hospitality, and gain insight into a culture deeply connected to the land and its ancestry.

Step into tradition, witness a resilient way of life.

close up dolphin in ocean

Marine & Terrestrial Adventures

Dive into diverse adventures along the Wild Coast. Hike challenging trails, explore secret beaches, witness dolphins and whales, try local surf spots, or venture into nearby reserves for wildlife viewing.

Where rugged land meets powerful sea.

Relaxing at their favourite fishing spot

Relax into Coastal Vibes

Embrace the slower rhythm of life along the Wild Coast. Stay in rustic seaside lodges, savor fresh seafood caught offshore, find hidden fishing spots, and reconnect with nature in its untamed beauty.

Escape to your own secluded coast-side sanctuary

Trail in forest for tourist

Off-the-Beaten-Path Encounters

Go beyond typical tourist trails in the Transkei. Follow lesser-known paths, uncover hidden gems, experience authentic culture, and embark on a meaningful journey through a land less traveled.

Seek adventure where few others have ventured

Cascading waterfall

Spectacular Coastal Landscapes

Explore a dramatic coastline carved by ocean forces. Discover scenic cliffs, uninhabited beaches, cascading waterfalls, and the famed Hole-in-the-Wall – a unique rocky feature accessible at low tide.

Where untamed coastlines tell ocean’s wild story.

A rural landscape in Transkei, South Africa, featuring a traditional hut with a thatched roof, painted in pale blue, alongside a dirt road with rolling hills and scattered homes in the background.

Immerse in Xhosa Culture

Encounter the vibrant traditions of the Xhosa people in their homeland. Visit charming rural villages, experience authentic hospitality, and gain insight into a culture deeply connected to the land and its ancestry.

Step into tradition, witness a resilient way of life.

close up dolphin in ocean

Marine & Terrestrial Adventures

Dive into diverse adventures along the Wild Coast. Hike challenging trails, explore secret beaches, witness dolphins and whales, try local surf spots, or venture into nearby reserves for wildlife viewing.

Where rugged land meets powerful sea.

Relaxing at their favourite fishing spot

Relax into Coastal Vibes

Embrace the slower rhythm of life along the Wild Coast. Stay in rustic seaside lodges, savor fresh seafood caught offshore, find hidden fishing spots, and reconnect with nature in its untamed beauty.

Escape to your own secluded coast-side sanctuary

Trail in forest for tourist

Off-the-Beaten-Path Encounters

Go beyond typical tourist trails in the Transkei. Follow lesser-known paths, uncover hidden gems, experience authentic culture, and embark on a meaningful journey through a land less traveled.

Seek adventure where few others have ventured

Guest Gallery

Transkei Tours

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

A collection of photographs taken by guests during a South African safari, showcasing diverse wildlife, landscapes, and cultural encounters.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

A collection of photographs taken by guests during a South African safari, showcasing diverse wildlife, landscapes, and cultural encounters.

Guests capturing stunning wildlife and landscapes during a Safari365-arranged Kruger National Park safari.

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