- Stellenbosch
The backpackers wine haven of South Africa can be found in Stellenbosch which is the centre of the wine producing region. The setting is exquisite with old oak trees that date back to their original plantings in the 1600’s, wide streets, graceful Cape Dutch architecture, cobbled rain drains and spectacular 360 degree views.
- Joostenbergvlakte
A country suburb of Cape Town, out in the winelands, where horses are as much at home as people.
- Tulbaghcape
Wine farms and mountains. You can get here on the train.
- Franschhoek
Nestled in the Drakenstein Valley, this is where the French first settled (and made wine) some 300 years ago. Franschhoek is noted for its many magnificent wine estates, the Franschhoek Vineyards Co-operative and the Huguenot Memorial and Museum.
- Paarl Western Cape
Nestled on the banks of the Berg River, Paarl is named after the enormous dome-shaped granite rock that overshadows the town. The town has played a significant role in the development of the Afrikaans language and culture and is home to the KWV wine co-operative – one of South Africa’s major wine exporters.
- Ceres region
Surrounded by mountains, Ceres is the centre of a vibrant fruit growing industry. The surrounding areas are also well known for their fine wines, so why not go on an overnight tasting trip in the far flung parts of the winelands?
Gordon's Bay and Strand
Only 30 minutes from Cape Town's airport, these two towns offer mountains, wine and glorious sea.
Around town
Join the student population of near by Stellenbosch sunbathing on the Strand and Gordon Bay's golden beaches. Take a cruise around the harbour, cast a line into the sea and watch the sun sink behind Cape Point. Drive the awesome coastal road via Cape Hangklip to Hermanus, keeping eyes peeled for migrating whales from September to November.
Join the student population of near by Stellenbosch sunbathing on the Strand and Gordon Bay's golden beaches. Take a cruise around the harbour, cast a line into the sea and watch the sun sink behind Cape Point. Drive the awesome coastal road via Cape Hangklip to Hermanus, keeping eyes peeled for migrating whales from September to November.
Places to Stay
- Strand Backpackers
This new lodge is the Strand's only backpacker.
Feeling lucky?(randomly selected service providers from all regions)
A genuine opportunity to volunteer and help children in need. You don't pay anything except your own costs, there is no placement fee or any other kind of fee to be paid.
(Graaff-Reinet,Eastern Cape Inland and the Karoo)
Help research the movements of lions in the Addo.
(Addo Elephant Park,Sunshine Coast)
The Roc ‘n Rope Lodge hosts climbers from around the world
(Waterval Boven,Mpumalanga)
A great backpackers to stay at if you are an independent self-drive. Awsome surf breaks nearby....
(Scarborough and Kommetjie,Cape Town)
Kick back and relax after a day out exploring Lesotho.
(Ficksburg,Free State)
A backpackers across the road from the 2010 world cup stadium
(Green Point,Cape Town)
One of the original backpackers in Livingstone.
(Livingstone,Zimbabwe and Zambia)
This Wild coast hostel creates space and time to do absolutely nothing in, if that's what you desire.
(Coffee Bay,Wild Coast)
Kammanassie backpackers in Uniondale can be found on a road less travelled, and therefore a good alternative to the N2 zoom.
(Uniondale,Route 62)
Mandela Bay is a pozzie to make Madiba proud
(Port Elizabeth,Sunshine Coast)
