6 awesome Wild Coast backpackers for under R200 per person Posted by David Henning on 20 December 2021 What’s not to love about the Wild Coast? Backpackers in this part of the world seem to have gotten things right. If you’ve ever stayed at a backpackers along this coast, you’ll know why it’s so special. For those who haven’t, here’s a list of places to stay to get you acquainted. 1. Buccaneers Lodge and Backpackers – Chintsa Situated on a very spacious property that also has the option of cottages, the lush, indigenous farm has views overlooking the lagoon and beach. A relaxed and casual backpacker, that’s also family-friendly. Picture: Buccanneers Rates: From R180 per person per night Contact: +27 (0)43 734 3012 Visit their website here. 2. Bulungulu Lodge – Bulungulu River mouth, Coffee Bay Overlooking the pearly white sands while perched among rolling green hills, this eco-lodge is a slice of paradise, run by the local community. Guests can take a horse ride to the Xhora River, where you can also canoe upstream into the forest and take a dip wherever you choose while having your nights accommodation in a classic rondavel. Picture: Bulungulu Lodge Rates: From R200 per person sharing Contact: 047 577 8900 Visit their website here. 3. Sugarloaf – Coffee Bay With sea views overlooking Coffee Bay’s main beach, Sugarloaf is a mainstay of this quaint village. Within 50m walking distance from the beach, housing a restaurant, bar and more, you can’t go wrong here. Picture: Sugarloaf Rates: From R250 per person sharing Contact: 082 093 5675 Visit their website here. 4. The Coffee Shack – Coffee Bay Situated right on the beach, this is the place you want to book for days, months or a year. Their restaurant also offers delicious meals, good coffee and fresh oysters and mussels are available. Picture: The Coffee Shack Rates: From R180 per person sharing Contact +27 (0) 47 575 2048 Visit their website here. 5. Mdumbi Backpackers – Mdumbi Mdumbi Backpackers is an institution along the Wild Coast. Perched on top of a hill with 360-degree views, the hostel is walking distance to one of the most beautiful beaches in South Africa, as well as a prime surfing spot. Picture: Mdumbi Backpackers Rates: From R195 per person sharing Contact +27 (0) 83 461 1834 Visit their website here. 6. Amapondo Backpackers – Port St Johns Another hostel perched on a hilltop, surrounded by subtropical rainforests. A good place to base yourself to explore the surrounding nature, Amapondo is also a jubilant space, sometimes hosting live bands and top DJs, it’s a place that has it all. Picture: Flickr Commons Rates: From R160 per person sharing Contact+27 (0)83 315 3103 Visit their website here. ALSO READ From Port St Johns to Coffee Bay: Hiking the Wild Coast Wild routes: Rich experiences on a tight budget Related Posts 12 sensational Western Cape campsites 30 May 2023 Love camping? So do we. These are some of our favourite Western Cape campsites, our... read more Rewilding Mozambique: Sábiè Game Park 25 May 2023 We went on a recce to Sábiè Game Park, which is setting the pace for... read more Rewilding Mozambique: Zinave National Park 25 May 2023 We went on a recce to Zinave National Park, Inhambane Province, which is setting the... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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