- Baz Bus Backpacker Bus
The Baz Bus backpacker bus is a hop-on’ hop-off backpackers bus that has a variety of routes around South Africa. It’s an easy way to get from A to B and a fun way to meet other travellers.
- Culture
Culture vultures can get their fill of museums, art galleries, Anglo/Boer/Zulu/bullet slinging/spear throwing battle sites. Southern Africa’s history is flavoured by a variety of exotic influences and there’ll be something to suit everyone’s taste. Just don’t expect 1 000 year old cathedrals. This icons covers all cultural interests.
- Daytrips
Things to do when you looking for even more fun!
- Diving
South Africa has some fine dive sites. With a choice of oceans and conditions to choose from – not mention a huge variety of wreck and reef diving – water babies will have their hands full. This icon means it's time to pull out your fins.
- Fair Trade
A business marked with this symbol is Fair Trade accredited .
- Game Parks
Africa is a wild continent and Southern Africa has fought hard to save her wildlife. A multitude of game parks pepper the area ranging from the impossibly exclusive to the downright affordable. A trip to the Kruger National Park is well worth while – although it is by no means the only game park worth visiting. This icon tells you that you're within game park visiting distance.
- Horseriding
A lot of cowboy-type mentalities live in this country – so there is no shortage of ponies to ride. Trails vary in length from an hour to seven days. The choice is yours. This icon lets you know that horseriding is available nearby.
- Jolling
Jolling is a wonderful Afrikaans word for PARTYwhy-because-you-canING. And there’s lots of it in Southern Africa because the people are friendly , the beer is cheap and the nightlife whatever you want it to be. This icon tells you when to put on your dancing shoes.
- Language Schools
Why not learn English whilst you are in South Africa?
- Nature in South Africa
There is lots of it. And most of it is protected so there are huge tracts of unspoilt loveliness that will have any nature lover coming back for more. This icon indicates naturally beautiful areas away from any major civilisation.
- Overland tours
Overland tours and safaris throughout Africa - great way to see out of the way places.
- Shark cage diving
One of the ultimate thrills for adrenaline junkies, so they say.
- Surfing South Africa
South Africa is a fantastic surf destination. With two different oceans – the icy Atlantic and the warm Indian – bordering the country, there are a large numbered of surf spots with a wide variety of waves. So no matter if you’re a beginner or if you’ve been around since Captain James Cook, you’ll find something to suit you. This icon idicates good surf stops.
- Volunteers
These places offer volunteer work.
- Whale watching
Southern Right whales visit in winter, and many other whales are found along our shores.
- Hiking
Things to do when you looking to enjoy the countryside!
- Paragliding
For all adventure junkies, who are looking for some of the best Paragliding in South Africa. Look here for your thrill.
Hiking Drakensberg
With Southern Africa’s abundant natural magnificence, hikers will be in their element. Trails range from short to long, easy to almost impossible, and beautiful to breath-takingly-mind-boggling. This icon points to great hiking areas.
Places to Stay that offer this activity
- Amphitheatre Lodge and Backpackers
Amphitheatre Lodge and Backpackers is a backpackers lodge which overlooks miles of mountains and offers a great base to explore the Drakensberg.
- Bloukrans Backpackers Lodge
This log cabin is set close to the world’s highest bungy jump with a huge view over the Bloukrans Gorge and indigenous forest below.
- Buccaneers Lodge and Backpackers
Buccaneers is one of the best backpackers in South Africa, this unique backpackers is a place that most travellers will visit - check it out for yourself.
- Bulembu Lodge
A backpackers in mountains of Swaziland.
- Bulungula
Situated within a vibrant Xhosa community overlooking a spectacular untouched beach, this is a true glimpse into rural Africa.
- Bushpackers and Campsite
This Hazyview backpackers offers bushwalking, safari-ing, braaing or just hanging out at the pool.
- Cederberg Oasis
This area is a hiker’s wet dream and rock climber’s secret fantasy.
- Coffee Shack Backpackers
The Coffee Shack is superfantasticallydelicious so go and stay a while…
- De Bos Guest Farm
Find this wonderful Montagu backpackers a short stroll from the centre of town.
- Elandsbay Backpackers
Chill on the West Coast.
- Gekko Backpackers
This Cederberg backpackers is close to the mountains and hiking trails it is a good base for exploring the area.
- Hole in the Wall Backpackers
This Wild coast hostel creates space and time to do absolutely nothing in, if that's what you desire.
- IKAYA 'le Intlabati'
They are on the edge of the reserve and the river is in their front garden.
- Jungle Monkey
Perched on a hill overlooking the sea, Jungle Monkey Backpackers Lodge promises warm welcomes and cold beers…
- Karma Backpackers
A perfectly peaceful position - with mountains all around.
- Khotso Backpackers and Horse Trails
Khotso backpackers are in the Drakensberg and offer backpackers peace, horses, cows and adventure sports for nature lovers.
- Legends Backpacker Hostel
A backpackers lodge in Swaziland that is home to an adventurous ancestral spirit and other adventurous types of earthly people.
- Mdumbi Backpackers
In the Mdumbi River valley in the heart of rural Transkei, this small settlement on the coast has brilliant surf and great fishing. As there’s only one small shop, we suggest that self-caterers stock up before arriving.
- Molumong Guesthouse and Backpackers
Molumong backpackers in Lesotho,a self-catering spot is an ideal base from which to discover the mountainous eastern region of Lesotho.
- Moorosi Chalets
A mountain paradise.
- Natural Habitat Guest Farm
Go adventuring, hiking or ask about volunteer work.
- Sani Lodge Backpackers
Deep in the mountains, Sani Lodge Backpackers offers a laid-back and relaxed base from which to enjoy the wonders of the Berg.
- Satvik Backpackers
Satvik in Tzaneen is a wonderful laid-back and rustic backpackers farm where time holds its breath and fish eagles are framed by seablue skies.
- Semonkong Lodge and Pony Treks
Situated in the rugged Maluti mountains, this is a trekking paradise.
- Simons Town Boutique Backpackers
Simon’s Town Boutique Backpackers is close to Simon's Town station and the beach, the backpackers is well situated for access to the best of the peninsula.
- Sondzela Backpackers
This Swaziland backpackers is located in the Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary and offers an incredible African experience.
- Swellendam Backpackers Lodge
Nestled at the foot of the magnificent Langeberg Mountains, Swellendam Backpackers is set on a massive property with its own mountain stream.
- The Trading Post Guest House
This Lesotho backpackers is set in the grounds of the original trading post and is a good base for exploring the beautiful Lesotho surroundings.
- The Wild Farm Backpackers
A backpackers overlooking Wilderness.
- Valley View Backpackers
Valley View is a bright, fun and funky backpackers in Graskop.
- Wolfkop Nature Reserve
Hang out in the mountains for a while.
What to do
- Adventures at Coffee Shack
A mouthwatering selection of adventures from the Coffee Shack…
- African Heartland Journeys
Four and six day adventures through the Transkei.
- Amadiba Adventures
This is an amazing trip into the heart of the Wild Coast. Their office open daily from 7am to 10pm.
- Amphitheatre Adventures
A rare opportunity to visit a remote area of Lesotho.
- Buccaneers Adventure Company
Buccanner backpackers offer surf lessons, day trips and much more.
- Drakensberg Adventures
Based at Sani Lodge, they offer tours into the spectacular mountain kingdom of Lesotho.
- Sabie Extreme Adventures
Awesome adventures in Sabie...
- Stormsriver Adventures
These adventure specialists offer a variety of exciting activities in the Stormsriver Gorge and its surroundings.
- Swazi Trails
Rafting, caving, mountain biking, hiking, adventure and culture - just ask them.
- Tekweni Ecotours
Tours in Durban and out in the bush and mountains.
- The Bundu Safari Company
Adventurous lodge and camping safaris at great prices.
- Tsitsikamma Mountain Trail
An awesome hiking trail.
- Viva Safaris
Sleep in a tree house surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
Feeling lucky?(randomly selected service providers from all regions)
They pride themselves on being a friendly little place (with a very long name - Battlefields Backpackers International is their full title).
(The Battlefields,Drakensberg Backpacker Hostels)
Enjoy simple living...
(Hogsback,Eastern Cape Inland and the Karoo)
A backpackers, club and restaurant all rolled into one.
(Inhambane and Tofo,Mozambique)
Close to the beach, malls, the city centre and Durbans nightlife.
(Durban ,Durban)
A backpackers overlooking Wilderness.
(Wilderness,Garden Route)
Pull into the Port Capital of SA and drop anchor on your Route 62 cruise at Bouganvillea Backpackers.
(Calitzdorp,Route 62)
Immerse yourself in township life...
(Khayalitsha,Cape Town)
The Roc ‘n Rope Lodge hosts climbers from around the world
(Waterval Boven,Mpumalanga)
Student town = plenty of fun = why not stay?
(Potchefstroom,North West Province)
Hard Rock Backpackers in Jeffrey's Bay is centrally located to all the major surf spots.
(Jeffreys Bay,Sunshine Coast)
