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Coffee Bay Cliff Ride

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Coffee Bay on the Wild Coast is famous for the iconic Hole in the Wall sea arch — a natural rock formation where the Indian Ocean pounds through a gap in the coastal cliffs with explosive force. The 22km Cliff Ride follows clifftop paths and technical singletrack along this dramatic coastline, delivering some of the most extraordinary ocean views accessible by mountain bike in South Africa.

What to Expect

Rocky singletrack and clifftop paths on undulating coastal terrain. The views are the star — sheer Wild Coast cliffs dropping to the Indian Ocean, the Hole in the Wall visible from the higher sections, and the characteristic green coastal hills of Pondoland beyond. Technical rocky sections require care and the cliff edges demand full concentration.

Wild Coast Character

The Wild Coast is one of South Africa’s most culturally and ecologically distinct coastal regions — Xhosa-speaking communities, traditional rondavels, cattle on the hillsides and pristine beaches define the landscape. Riding here is an immersive cultural and natural experience.

Getting There

Coffee Bay is accessed from Mthatha via the R61 and then R564. GPS: -31.9823, 29.1489.

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