Port Edward Attractions
Port Edward, near the boundary of the former homeland of Transkei, is the last place on the Hibiscus Coast.
This nature reserve on the Umtamvuna River (access road 8km/5mi west of Port Edward on the Izingolweni road) contains some 1,300 species of plants, including many species of trees and 25 species of orchids, within its area of 3,257ha/8,045ac. Narrow paths lead to lookout points with magnificent views. Cape vultures, falcons and eagles can be seen on the rock walls of the gorge, as well as duikers and bushbucks.