- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Volunteers
These places offer volunteer work.
Buccaneers Lodge and Backpackers
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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.
Directions
From N: N2 40km from Kei River, take Chintsa t/o. 12km to Chintsa West/Buccaneers t/o.
From S: Take Exit 1060 off N2. Cross over freeway. Go 1km to Jikeleza t/o, 16km to Chintsa West/ Buccaneers t/o.
GPS S 32° 50’ 11” E 28° 06’ 37”
South Africa's best backpackers
Buccaneers backpackers is one of the best backpackers in South Africa and a legend in its own time, thanks to the hard work and generosity of the Price family. Set in wild coastal forest, this ‘backpackers village’ has exceptional sea and lagoon views and a stunning beach on its doorstep.
Buccaneers backpackers is one of the best backpackers in South Africa and a legend in its own time, thanks to the hard work and generosity of the Price family. Set in wild coastal forest, this ‘backpackers village’ has exceptional sea and lagoon views and a stunning beach on its doorstep.
Strokes of creative genius are apparent everywhere - from their airy dorms with sea views to their wide choice of doubles - safari tents with beds, cosy rooms in secluded cottages and gorgeous en suites with private sundecks and a terrific bush camping ground.
The backpacker pub provides legendary revelries and gob-smacking nosh. Every day there’s a fun, free activity like a river booze cruise, volleyball or beach sundowners - always with free wine.
Also free is sploshing in the tropical pool, canoeing up the river, boogie boarding or taking a quiet beach walk.
The perfect backpackers
Buccaneers is a certified Fair Trade in South Africa establishment.
Going green.
They’ve planted hundreds of indigenous trees and set up water harvesting. They are also involved in local projects, which you’re welcome to visit.
Backpacker Rates and extras
Dorms from R120; Doubles from R260 - R375; En suites R450; Family rooms/groups - rates on request; Safari tents R260 (sleep 2); Camping R75. Check out their low season specials.
Moola Magic and AroundAboutCars discount.
Baz Bus stop.
What's up at Buccaneers?
From hikes to bikes and game drives to beach horse rides, Buccaneers’ range of adventures is now bigger than ever.
From hikes to bikes and game drives to beach horse rides, Buccaneers’ range of adventures is now bigger than ever.
The hard to resist meals
Full breakfasts and lunches. In summer, pizzas at the poolside. In winter, pub-style menu. Delicious dinners with veggie options, and festive Xhosa feasts on Saturday nights.
Free breakfast every Sunday.
Full breakfasts and lunches. In summer, pizzas at the poolside. In winter, pub-style menu. Delicious dinners with veggie options, and festive Xhosa feasts on Saturday nights.
Free breakfast every Sunday.
Buccaneers outreach programme network
Join them on their weekly trips to Bulugha School for a heart warming Xhosa concert and a chance to support the school feeding scheme.
Visit one of several meaningful, professionally managed volunteer projects in the local schools where 680 children are given computer lessons daily. Check out www.volunteerafrica.co.za - a Fair Trade accredited programme.
The Very Famous Buccaneers Surf School.
Go for a 3-hour lesson with high-quality equipment and keep the board for the rest of the day. Or just hire a board.
Go for a 3-hour lesson with high-quality equipment and keep the board for the rest of the day. Or just hire a board.
Visit Mama Tofu by bus or mountain bike.
Take a half-day cycle trip, or catch a ride with their guide, to Ngxingxolo village - an absolute must.
Take a half-day cycle trip, or catch a ride with their guide, to Ngxingxolo village - an absolute must.
Buccs Bush Spa.
For soothing, smoothing, de-stressing, de-vine massages, jacuzzi and sauna sessions. Salute the sun with a daily yoga session.
For soothing, smoothing, de-stressing, de-vine massages, jacuzzi and sauna sessions. Salute the sun with a daily yoga session.
Chintsa Beach Horse Rides.
An elemental wilderness experience along the beautiful Chintsa beaches with highly dedicated guides who will select the right horse for your riding level.
An elemental wilderness experience along the beautiful Chintsa beaches with highly dedicated guides who will select the right horse for your riding level.
Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve Chintsa.
A fantastic chance to get up close to the Big Five.
Choose your view through this beautiful animal rich reserve... encounter an elephant on foot, see the giraffes from a landrover or cruise past the rhino on a quad bike.
A fantastic chance to get up close to the Big Five.
Choose your view through this beautiful animal rich reserve... encounter an elephant on foot, see the giraffes from a landrover or cruise past the rhino on a quad bike.
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