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9 Backpackers in Wild Coast

Wild Coast

About Wild Coast

As its name suggests, the Wild Coast in the Eastern Cape is an untamed wilderness. It is an incredible, unassuming combination of breath-taking coastline, craggy cliff faces, wild and desolate beaches, secluded bays and green rolling hills that rush headlong into deeply etched river valleys. Some 18 rivers find their way into the ocean along this strip! Sounds like paradise for travelers? Well, it is. There’s a wide range of accommodation, from fisherman’s hideaways to stunning hotels (notably the Wild Coast Sun hotel and casino resort), to suit all tastes and budgets. Notable landmarks include Umtata and Qunu (former president Nelson Mandela's birthplace), the centres of Xhosa culture. The Wild Coast is an adventure destination, blessed with sea, sun and endless things to see and do. This is where you will really enjoy swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling and surfing. Winter and spring bring game fish but all year round there is good fishing. Deep-sea charters are available as well as rock, surf, fly and spear fishing. Hiking in this region is something special. Don a backpack and experience the beauty of the coast. The Wild Coast Meander and Wild Coast Amble are both hotel hiking trails. The Strandloper is a conventional hiking trail and the Amadiba Trails, operating in the north from Port Edward, is a horse and hiking trail.

9 Backpackers found

Areena Riverside Resort & Private Game Reserve Picture

Areena Riverside Resort & Private Game Reserve

Nestled in the peaceful Kwelera valley Areena Riverside Resort and Private Game Reserve is the perfect destination for relaxation and tranquility. Situated on the border of the Wild Coast Areena offers unspoilt natural beauty and wildlife. We are ...
Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape

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Buccaneers Backpackers Cintsa

Buccaneers has been described as being like a backpackers village because of the way it's spread out over the 8 hct of wild coastal forest right next to the stunning Cintsa beach.


Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape
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Bomvu Backpackers

Welcome to Bomvu Paradise - the Garden of Eden on the Wild Coast Paradise is more than a hostel: If you’re in the mood for some action, we offer great activities ...
Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape

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Bulungula Lodge

The Bulungula Lodge is the realisation of a dream dreamt during years of travels through the most remote parts of Africa, China and South America: to create an eco-friendly backpackers lodge in the most beautiful place in South Africa in partnership ...
Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape

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Coffee Shack Backpackers

Located right on the beach, Coffee Shack has camping, dorm and private rooms. We offer all meals as well as self-catering options. Daytrips include hiking, village walks, surfing. We also have a bar, internet facilities, laundry, safe parking and ...
Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape

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Sugarloaf Backpackers

Beside the Nenga River mouth on Coffee Bay main beach is our friendly, clean and newly renovated establishment Sugarloaf Backpackers.


Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape
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Mdumbi Backpackers

MDUMBI & the backpackers lodge is located on the Wild Coast of South Africa ...
Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape

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Morgan's bay Backpackers at the Mitford

Situated only 30 steps from the Indian Ocean Morgan's Bay Backpackers offers something for everyone looking to get away from the bustle of the city. Stroll along the shoreline exploring rock pools or laze on the beach where you can watch dolphins ...
Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape

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Amapondo Backpackers

Calm, Centeredness & relaxation! Amapondo is nestled in the forest on top of a hill overlooking a meandering river and the only swimming beach. Listen to the sound of the crashing waves, the call of the monkeys and bird song, whist lying in ...
Location:
South Africa , Eastern Cape

Things to do in Wild Coast

Wild Coast's wild adventure trails

The Wild Coast in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa is an untamed wilderness. It is an incredible, unassuming combination of breath-taking coastline, craggy cliff faces, ...