The Eastern Cape and Wild Coast are mostly a self-drive destination and because it is rural, does not offer a great variety of transport options like taxis and buses like in many of the big cities. Foreign visitors who do not feel comfortable to drive themselves can either book a transfer with Wild Coast Holiday Reservations or use the transfer services offered by one of our local accommodation establishments. For more information, send us an e-mail.

Some of our local accommodation establishments in the Eastern Cape offer daily transfers to major attractions and shopping outlets in the area.

Below we have given you some information to help you plan your holiday to the Eastern Cape. If you are after more useful information, check out our South Africa Transportation page. A great way to discover some of the region is by taking one of our Wild Coast Tours.

Wild Coast & Eastern Cape Transportation Guide

As mentioned above, transport around the Eastern Cape can at times be limited. However there are still a few options to get here and around the Wild Coast.

By Air

The Eastern Cape has two major airports located in Port Elizabeth and East London.

Airlines Servicing East London

- South African Airways
- 1 Time
- South African Express

Other Airlines

- British Airways/Comair: +27 (0)41 508 8000
- Nationwide: +27 (0)41 507 7290
- South African Airways: +27 (0)41 507 7201 / 111
- Kulula.com +27 (0) 41 508 8000
- 1Time +27 (0) 41 507 7293
- SA Airlink +27 (0)41 507 7201 / 1111

Bus

If you are a young independent travel and would like to tour around South Africa, the Baz Bus is the right option for you. The Baz Bus offers "hop-on-hop-off" options and regularly visits destinations in the Eastern Cape, and can take you to many destinations throughout the country. Tickets are available on their website.

Car Rental

These and other car rental agencies are plentiful in the Eastern Cape and at the International Airport. Due to limited transport option in this part of South Africa, driving is often the best option.

- Africa Car Hire
- Imperial Car Rental
- Budget Car Rental
- Avis Car Rental

Shuttles

We offer a range of transfers including an airport shuttle service. For more information, send us a e-mail.