East London, Gonubie has a bit of everything for visitors travelling to her shores. This remarkably gorgeous coastal city is blessed with stunning scenery, fabulous weather and warm hospitality. Step into a world that offers fresh air, unique conservation and a vast array of species to marvel at – all this and more will ensure you leave your holiday feeling refreshed and revitalised.
Blessed with an enviable location, this happy city sets itself apart from other busy South African cities, with its slower pace and higher quality of life. However, make no mistake; East London has a compelling itinerary of places to visit and activities to do. Be sure to visit the Aquarium & Whale Watch Deck, Queens Park Zoo and Gardens and the East London Museum. There are also many golf courses, shopping complexes and activities, including yacht trips, guaranteed to keep you busy for hours.
Gonubie has its very own bird sanctuary that is home to rare indigenous flora and is a bird lover's paradise with over 160 species – it is also the home of Crowned Crane. Crowned Crane is a stunning retreat, just 15 minutes from the East London city centre. This means that there are a range of amenities, shops and restaurants all in close proximity.
Accommodation at The Crowned Crane consists of:
Crowned Crane offers two types of accommodation – Bed and Breakfast and self-catering. Bed and breakfast rooms have their own private entrance, walk-in cupboards, a lounge, bathroom, TV with DSTV and coffee and tea facilities. Select rooms have incredible sea views. Self-catering units are set in a beautiful garden and feature fully equipped kitchenettes and a BBQ area. Then there are self-catering units for the family; this consists of 2 bedrooms, a lounge, kitchenette and bathroom. The conference facility at Crowned Crane can accommodate between 15 and 20 people in a warm home-style environment. We supply the following – overhead projectors, flip charts and meals on request.
We would also be delighted to organise personalised day trips and scenic drives to Game Reserves for you.












