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📍  Hole-in-the-Wall

✈️  K. D. Matanzima Airport (UTT)

🚗  102.3 KM

⏱️  2 hours, 30 minutes

Hole-in-the-Wall (iziKhaleni) is an iconic natural arch on South Africa's rugged Wild Coast, steeped in Xhosa legend. Accessible primarily by vehicle via gravel roads which can be challenging, especially in the rainy season, a 4x4 is often recommended though regular cars manage carefully; public transport is limited. While safe for solo daytime visits, guided tours are highly recommended to enhance understanding of the local culture and legends, and for navigating the area's trails. There are no strict seasonal restrictions, but the dry winter months (May-August) offer easier road conditions, while summer (September-April) is ideal for warmer weather activities. There's no direct entry fee to the site itself, making the approximate cost variable depending on transport, accommodation in nearby Coffee Bay, and optional activities like hiking or fishing permits. A typical visit to the arch itself might last 1-2 hours, but it's often part of a longer Wild Coast itinerary, offering excellent photographic opportunities, coastal hikes, and fishing, making a half-day or full-day excursion common.