Great Fish River

Great Fish River

The Great Fish River is a river in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province, stretching 644 kilometers in length. It originates east of Graaff-Reinet, the fourth oldest town in South Africa, and flows southward through the city of Cradock, where the Tarka River joins it, then winds its way to the small town of Cookhouse, and finally empties into the Indian Ocean 60 kilometers southeast of Grahamstown.

Although the Great Fish River originates in a relatively arid region, the inflow from tributaries such as the Orange River and Baviaans River ensures it rarely runs dry, playing a vital role in irrigating farmland along its course. The river also supports a rich diversity of wildlife, including 26 species of snakes, 135 bird species, and various rodents and mammals. The estuary area is covered with dense shrubbery, featuring plants such as acacia, white pear, bird of paradise, wild plum, and erythrina. Among them, the Eastern Cape cycad has been listed as a protected plant species.

Great Fish River

Must-visit reason: One of the most important rivers in the Eastern Cape Province

Continent where the attraction is located: Africa【Africa】

Country/region where the attraction is located: South Africa[South Africa]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Eastern Cape Province [Eastern Cape Province]