The Mthatha River, which flows towards the Indian Ocean and is lined by the beautiful beaches of the Eastern Cape, including the renowned Hole in the Wall, can be followed by visitors as it follows the Madiba Trail.

The stunning Transkei Wild Coast offers exceptional marine ecotourism opportunities, including the thrill of the annual sardine run and humpback whale migration in June, which can be observed from coastal communities like Port St. Johns.

The coastline area is renowned for housing some amazing nature reserves, immaculate estuaries, and a number of well-known family seaside resorts, guesthouses, and vacation homes. With direct flights from Johannesburg, the Wild Coast is much more accessible from Mthatha, which serves as a gateway to some of South Africa's most breathtaking scenery.

Mthatha (formerly Umtata), located in the Eastern Cape's Transkei region and nestled along the banks of the Mthatha River, is well-known for having served as the Transkei's previous capital. Because the N2 runs straight through the city, it is also a very active administrative hub.

Mthatha, which houses the Nelson Mandela Museum, has been dubbed "Madiba country" since Nelson Mandela was born there, in a small neighbouring settlement. The museum, which is housed in the former parliament, offers a fascinating historical perspective on the life of this remarkable man. Additionally, it serves as the focal point of the Nelson Mandela Route, which was developed to give the region some structure for tourists interested in learning about his life.

Airlink offers same day flights from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Mthatha South Africa. Book online now or visit our offices in Dar es Salaam city centre to book your trip.