Lower Baakens Zipline Project

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The MBDA would like to invite you to participate in a short survey to gather your opinion and feedback on the stakeholder summary report regarding the Heritage Investigation of Fort Frederick and related structures on erf 3596, Central, Port Elizabeth. The application specifically relates to the proposal for the installation of a Zipline at the above-mentioned site. This survey will ensure that stakeholders are given the opportunity to provide their comments which will be collated and form part of the final submission.

The Mandela Bay Development Agency (MBDA) has been mandated to facilitate the implementation of a number of projects in the Baakens River Precinct. In 2014, the MBDA commissioned a plan for the redevelopment of the Precinct. The rich green, built, and cultural heritages within the precinct, offers the opportunity to develop a tourism and leisure product that can contribute to the tourism offering of the city.

During 2019, the potential of establishing a Zipline within the Baakens Valley Precinct was tested through a feasibility study and a business plan. Several potential route layouts were identified, but due to restraining factors (e.g. environmental constraints), the final route was selected to be between two functional nodes, Fort Frederick and the Lower Baakens Valley; both sites, and their surrounding areas, form part of the broader development.

As part of the project it is our intention to upgrade and enhance the aesthetic environment, specifically addressing current challenges, such as cleaning, maintenance, and security of the precinct. We envision the Zipline as a unique element, catering for a unique experience to young and old, locals and tourists, by creating a combination of adventure and beautiful natural scenery.

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1.) Have you visited the Fort Frederick site? *

Yes

2.) Do you know the significant history of the site? *

Yes

3.) Do you believe that this is an important site in the NMB? *

Yes

Elaborate

4.) Do you feel safe when you are visiting the site? *

Yes

5.) Would you be interested in an outdoor adventure tourism product like the Zipline? *

Yes

6.) Would you be willing to pay an entrance fee to visit the monument, Zipline and any other related activities proposed for the development? *

Yes

7.) I support / do not support the idea of developing a Zipline as a commercial tourism product connected to the monument? *

Support

Do Not Support

Please Elaborate

8.) Would Fort Frederick be your preferred site for establishing a Zipline? *

Yes

If no, please specify why and provide which other sites would be a preferred option?

9.) Would you prefer if the Zipline experience is packaged with existing and or new products to enhance the experience? E.g. More adventure related activities, meal vouchers to restaurants, heritage trails, craft produce tours, ocean cruises etc. *

Yes

If yes, please specify which other activities should be considered to the development?

10.) General Comments

1st Floor, The Tramways Building
Car Valley & South Union Street
Baakens Valley, Port Elizabeth
Eastern Cape, South Africa

Tel: +27 41 811 8200 | www.mbda.co.za

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