Island Nature Reserve
Island Nature Reserve
The Island Nature Reserve, located 25 km from Port Elizabeth, in the suburb of Seaview, serves as an ideal destination for day trips with the family. The reserve which covers an area of 480 ha, has become a popular picnic spot amongst locals and visitors alike. Aside from the picnic sites the reserve also features a braai area, ablutions and a bird bath which draws many species.
The reserve consists mainly of indigenous coastal forest and is home to a number of magnificent tree specimens, which include Outeniqua yellow-wood, white milkwood, cheesewood, Cape chestnut and white and hard pear trees. The Island Nature Reserve provides excellent opportunities for hiking on a number of trails which run through it Hikers making their way through the reserve will also be able to stop at some excellent vantage points, which provide awesome views of the coast and surrounding areas. The most well known of these trails is the 16 km Bushbuck hiking trail, made up of a number of interlinking loops, conveniently leading hikers in a circular path. The majority of the trails are easily manageable and span shorter distances of 1.5 kilometres, 3.4 kilometres and 7.6 kilometres.
Wildlife to be seen in the reserve include blue duiker, bushbuck, and bush pigs, and those who walk quietly will possibly be spoilt with sightings of vervet monkeys. Feeding of the monkeys however, is prohibited due to public safety concerns. Visitors are often able to enjoy the curious antics of these small primates from a safe distance. Keen bird watchers will be delighted in the variety of over fifty various species to be found at the Island Nature reserve. These include the Knysna lourie, Blue-mantled Crested-Flycatcher, Narina trogon, olive woodpecker, olive bush shrike, Sweet Waxbill and Forest Canary. Occasionally Forest Buzzards have been seen flying over the forest.
Accommodation Near Island Nature Reserve
16 Beach Music B&B
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Beachview
1.4km from Island Nature ReserveBeachfront Bed and Breakfast. Situated on the spectacular coastline of Beachview, we offer you relaxed beach house living. Enjoy the best of both worlds, the benefits of seaside living and the close proximity of the city. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
16 Beach Music Self Catering
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Beachview
1.4km from Island Nature ReserveBeach front Self-Catering. Unobstructed ocean and beach views.Situated on the spectacular coastline of Beachview, we offer you relaxed beach house living. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Seaside Escape
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Beachview
1.6km from Island Nature ReserveSeaside Escape located in Beachview Port Elizabeth has 2 Self-catering units available with sightings of Dolphins and Whales from the comfort of your room. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Sea Otters Lodge & Conference Centre
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Kini Bay
4km from Island Nature ReserveSavour the peace and quiet of this beautiful hidden gem, while listening to the waves breaking on the shore, perched ever so perfectly on the beachfront of Kini Bay, a quaint village setting in Port Elizabeth. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Blue Skies Country House
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Nelson Mandela Bay
15km from Island Nature ReserveBlue Skies Country House offers comfortable Bed and Breakfast accommodation for 26 people in 11 rooms at realistic prices. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of our 2 hectare garden near Kragga Kamma Road with a sparkling salt water pool and abundant bird.. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
African Aquila Lodge
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Nelson Mandela Bay
24.6km from Island Nature ReserveAfrican Aquila Lodge takes its name from the majestic African Eagle and is a 5 unit self catering establishment - an ideal getaway for families and long term corporate clients. African Aquila is ideally located in the beautiful garden suburb of Walmer.. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Mi Casa Guesthouse
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Uitenhage
28.5km from Island Nature ReserveOur Luxurious Five Star Guesthouse is situated in the heart of Uitenhage, 35 minutes drive from PE Airport and Addo National Elephant Park. Mi Casa was designed and built in 2006 as a Guesthouse and conference facility …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
