Backpackers in South Africa
Written by Helga McLeod Tuesday, 02 March 2010 09:05
South African holidays - sights and activities - Holiday Types
Backpackers love the independence, budget and friendliness backpacking offers. With budget accommodation and a relaxed setting, backpacker's hostels are often the ideal holiday accommodation for the younger international traveller. South Africa is a fantastic backpacker's destination, satisfying its clients (usually 18 - 35) needs.
Hostels and lodges are not just about fun, but are clean and efficiently run with sleeping options of a dorm, single or double room (with adjusted prices). Expect to pay (in the regions of) R75 per night per dorm, R200 per single and R250 per double room for a night while more luxurious en suite options can cost per night R300.
Most establishments are self-catering with complimentary coffee and tea, has a cash bar, public phone and Internet services, pools and laundry facilities.
Venues are mostly part of a supportive network and the traveller can make spontaneous arrangements from one establishment to another.
Getting from one hostel to another...
The Baz Bus is a favourite travelling option when moving between backpacking lodges and they offer the following convenient ticket options:
Hop-on Hop-off consist of one ticket takes you to your destination but enables you to hop on and off as often when where you like en route. The route consists of over 180 backpackers and lodges and over 40 places of interest. You will get picked up/dropped off at your backpacker hostel and your travel direction will always be towards your final destination. Your ticket offers you unlimited travel time.
Travel Pass gives you a time limit (such as 1, 2 or 3 weeks) during which you can travel on the Baz Bus as often as you like, in the direction of your choice - every time.
Flexi Tours gives independence, highlights of the country and culture. With this Baz Bus ticket you will get a list of great outings, cultural day tours and a brilliant African Safari. Yet, you choose where, when and how long you want to visit, stay and travel.
Day Tours - Cape Peninsula ensures you will see the best of the Cape Peninsula with commentary, easy hiking and cycling through gorgeous nature. The route snakes through Camps Bay, Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak, Boulders Beach (with its endangered and entertaining penguins!) in Simon's Town and a cycle through Cape Point.
The Backpacker Bus (only in the Western Cape) offers 24-hour transfers from the Cape Town airport to 40 backpacker lodges and guesthouses around the Mother City and Stellenbosch.
Other Transport includes hiring a car, flying, going by bus or train.
Backpacking Resources:
MAG Tours & Safari�s CC 2005/095683/23 - POTCHEFSTROOM, ANNALIZE +27 (0)83 628 3861
Park House Lodge - 044 691 1937 This sleeping beauty is located in a quiet and lush cul-de-sac overlooking the botanical park. Tastefully decorated rooms combine the comfort and living reminiscent of the 19th century. There are spacious living areas and a cosy fireplace at the bar. We are 10 min walk from the beach and all the shopping malls.
Sunrise Africa Tours & Safaris - 012 644 2773 south africa tours, african safaris with Sunrise Africa
Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge - 0364386675
Make sure to ask your fellow backpacker and host of your backpacker's hostel for advise on other budget accommodation, transport and tourist attractions.
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