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3 Backpackers in Tsitsikamma

Tsitsikamma

About Tsitsikamma


The Tsitsikamma, a Khoisan word meaning "place of abundant or sparkling water", is a spectacular indigenous forestland nestled along the Garden Route in the Southern Cape. It stretches from the Bloukrans River in the west to Eerste Rivier in the east and is bordered by the imposing Tsitsikamma mountains to the north and the Indian Ocean in the south. The region is home to ancient giant trees such as Yellowwood, Stinkwood, Hard Pear, Ironwood and Kamassi. The Tsitsikamma National Park embraces an 80km strip of superb coastline and a marine reserve that stretches 5km offshore. A mild all year round climate allows visitors to make the most of numerous the outdoor activities that are on offer. An absolute must is the popular five-day Otter Hiking Trail through 41km of sublime coastal scenery from the Storms River mouth to Nature's Valley. Book way in advance, though! The Tsitsikamma is a paradise of plant life, birds, rock pools and an abundance of marine life – Southern Right whales and dolphins cavort close to the shoreline. The area is also home to the Bloukrans Bungee Jump, situated 3km past the Tsitsikamma tollgate. It is the highest commercial bungee jump (160 meters) in the world. If you want more adrenaline-pumping action, give the Flying Fox a shot – a 200-metre cable slide to the bungee jump station.

3 Backpackers found

Dijembe Backpackers Picture

Dijembe Backpackers

Dijembe Backpackers Lodge is your gateway to Storms River and the Garden Route. Between the Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian Ocean lies a place of beauty, natural attractions and ...
Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape

Tsitsikamma Backpackers Picture

Tsitsikamma Backpackers

Tsitsikamma Backpackers offers a unique Eco-friendly tranquil environment situated in Stormsriver Village, surrounded by the magnificent Tsitsikamma forest and mountains. Easily ...
Location:
South Africa , Western Cape

Tube 'n Axe Backpackers Picture

Tube 'n Axe Backpackers

We are proud to announce that Tube 'n Axe has just been awarded a prestigious ECTB award in the category "Best Backpackers Hostel Eastern Cape." We were awarded this title on the basis of a guest survey undertaken by ECTB and following ...
Location:
South Africa , Western Cape

Things to do in Tsitsikamma

The world's highest bungee jump

The Bloukrans Bridge in the heart of the Garden Route, 40km from Plettenberg Bay in the breathtaking Tsitsikamma ...

Tsitsikamma Otter Hiking Trail

The Tsitsikamma, a Khoisan word meaning "place of abundant or sparkling water", is a indigenous forestland nestled along the Garden ...