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About Port St Johns

Port St Johns lies on the Wild Coast where the Umzimvubu River meets the sea, reached via the R61 off the N2 at Mthatha, about 93 km inland. The drive down from Libode and Ngqeleni is a proper mountain pass, flanked by Mount Thesiger and Mount Sullivan. Locals from Lusikisiki and Ngqeleni pop in often, while holidaymakers travel from as far as Ladybrand or Balfour. One public fast charger serves the area, and the small local airport (JOH) is just 8 km from town. Second Beach is famous for wild dolphins swimming right among bathers.

Where is Port St Johns on the map?

Port St Johns is in South Africa, at -31.629, 29.537 - about 42 km south of Lusikisiki.

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What is the closest airport to Port St Johns?

The closest airport to Port St Johns is K. D. Matanzima Airport, 105 km (about 1 h 48 min by car).

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