
- Graaff-Reinet
Graaff-Reinet lies between Cape Town and Jo’burg and is 300km from Port Elizabeth. The jewel of the Karoo, it’s an oasis of gracious old charm in the heat of its dusty surroundings.
- Nieu Bethesda
This tiny archetypal Karoo village is tucked into a valley in the shadow of the Kompasberg Mountain, part of the Sneeuberg range. It’s best known as the home of the Owl House.
- Somerset East
Walter Battis, the eccentric artist lived here, old fashioned roses flourish and the odd historic monument decorates the tree-lined back streets.
- Addo Elephant Park
Addo has three backpackers. It is the best place in South Africa to see elephants close up.
- Shamwari
A malaria free wilderness area where the Big Five roam.
- Grahamstown
Seeped in Settler history, Grahamstown is a real student town and when Rhodes University shuts for the holiday the town closes and goes home. Joke. But close enough.
Truth is, when you put enough students together, something fun always happens - so keep an ear open for what's on when you're there.
- Hogsback
Hogsback is one of those soft places that somehow speeds up the passing of time. Dominated by the impressive Amatola mountain range, she has a charm and mystique all of her own. She's whimsical, teasing, enchanting and downright wicked.
- Cathcart
Located on the N6, this is a good overnight stop between Jo'burg and the Wild coast or the Garden Route.
- Bedford
Situated on the N10 between Port Elizabeth and Cradock, this is a real country town stopover.
StutterheimClose to the Amatola Mountains and off the beaten track, this town offers yet another opportunity to discover South African via the back roads.
On the N6 between Jo'burg and East London, this little town lies at the foot of the Xolora Mountains which form part of the Amatola Range. The original settlement was at Dohne's Post where the mission was built, but when men from the disbanded British German Legion settled nearby the town's name was changed to Stutterheim in honour of their commander.
The area abounds with scenic drives through the mountains.
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(randomly selected service providers from all regions)Wicked CampersRent a camper in South Africa
(Port Elizabeth,Sunshine Coast) Morija Guest Houses and ToursStay in a traditional cottage, hike, explore, and chill.
(Howick,Lesotho) Marcs CampMarc's Camp is set in a private game reserve
(Hoedspruit,Limpopo) Armbush SafarisThe travel specialists for Botswana
(Addo Elephant Park,Botswana) Kruger Backpackers Tours and SafarisLet these accredited tour and safari guides take the wheel
(Hazyview,Mpumalanga) WildRooster Backpackers This Backpackers is perched on a hill where hutted green hills roll down to the river mouth and to the sea - an oasis of tranquillity
(Mdumbi,Wild Coast) The Karoo Travel Centre and BackpackersA backpackers in the centre of Barrydale.
(Barrydale,Route 62) Safari Accommodation
(Nelspruit,Mpumalanga) Ansteys Beach BackpackersAnsteys Beach Backpackers is just a short walk from the world famous “Cave Rock” surf break. The perfect place to stay at in Durban if you are after waves and beaches.
(Durban ,Durban) The Cardboard BoxA great backpackers in the centre of Windhoek.
(Windhoek,Namibia)