- Cape St Francis
Named after the patron saint of sailors, St Francis Bay was first discovered in 1575 by the Portuguese. It's become somewhat exclusive but still has one of the finest surf spots in the world according to King/surf bum Geoffrey and other surf rats.
- Jeffreys Bay
Until fairly recently, Jeffreys Bay was not much more than a couple of rocks that made good sunset perches. Then, in the 1960's, waves were discovered by local surfers and since then, the town has become increasingly popular. Especially amongst backpackers.
- Thornhill
A little dorp not far from J'Bay, with plenty of unspoilt nature all around.
- Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth is the 5th largest, and reportedly the safest, city in South Africa. It's surrounded by good beaches and has consistently good surf conditions.There are some fantastic backpackers in this city and if you are on the Baz Bus a stop over in PE is manditory.
- Kenton-On-Sea
Tthis quiet little paradise is off the beaten track. Ain't much to write home about the town itself. But who cares when the surroundings are so divine… Nature freaks should get off the bus and do their thang.
- HamburgEC
Tucked away at the end of a dirt road, Hamburg is an enchantingly dilapidated little village that nestles on an exquisite estuary.
- East London
East London is the largest river port in South Africa and is the gateweay to the Wild Coast
- Gonubie Eastern Cape
Rocking surf, dune boarding, diving and plenty of hiking.
- Sundays River
The Sundays River is a river in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa that is said to be the fastest flowing river in South Africa. The Khoisan people originally named this river Nukakamma (Grassy Water) because the river’s banks are always green and grassy despite the arid terrain that it runs through. The source of the 250 kilometres long river is in the Compassberg Mountains (the highest mountains in the former Cape Province) near Nieu-Bethesda.
- St Francis Bay
This little village on the outskirts of Jeffreys Bay is architectually very pleasing with all the white washed homes having thatched roofs. There is a new backpackers in town which is a great palce to stay as they offer great accommodation and have a lot of entertainment on tap.
Port Alfred
Port Alfred is a charming little town with a graceful architectural integrity not often found in South African seaside towns. Port Alfred is a very quaint and unassuming place with heaps to do. Actually, we're very fond of it – and not just 'cos the beer's cheap. There is one backpackers in town.
Port Alfred is half way between East London and PE
Port Alfred is a quiet little seaside town with one of the best golf courses in the country. There are miles of unspoilt beaches and a river with good fishing. Port Alfred is close to the university town of Grahamstown so the student influence kicks in over weekends. Port Alfred is a popular backpackers resort and the beaches and river mouth are safe for swimming.
Port Alfred is a quiet little seaside town with one of the best golf courses in the country. There are miles of unspoilt beaches and a river with good fishing. Port Alfred is close to the university town of Grahamstown so the student influence kicks in over weekends. Port Alfred is a popular backpackers resort and the beaches and river mouth are safe for swimming.
Places to Stay
- Kowie Backpackers
This Port Alfred backapckers is small and very comfortable.
Feeling lucky?(randomly selected service providers from all regions)
Big 5 Tourism offers a FREE booking service for accommodation and activities in the Mpumalanga and Limpopo Lowveld and Panorama near the Kruger Park.
(Hazyview,Mpumalanga)
Adrenalin and scenery combined in one rush.
(Durban ,Durban)
Situated on Oudsthoorn's biggest hill, this spacious and upmarket Tudor-style mansion is owner run and has a full adventure centre.
(Oudtshoorn,Garden Route)
The Oude Molen Eco Village provides an interesting alternative to regular city living.
(Observatory,Cape Town)
Farr Out B&B is situated on the outskirts of Paternoster on the West Coast.
(Paternoster,West Coast)
Volunteer projects in South Africa
(Port Elizabeth,)
A newly renovated Backpackers in the heart of Cape Town!
(Cape Town City Centre,Cape Town)
They are on the edge of the reserve and the river is in their front garden.
(Port St Johns,Wild Coast)
A great backpackers in the centre of Windhoek with a travel shop that will answer all your Namibian questions.
(Windhoek,Namibia)
Swing into this jungle-side playground in the great outdoors of Limpopo.
(Hoedspruit,Limpopo)
