• 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.
  • 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.
  • Whale watching

    Southern Right whales visit in winter, and many other whales are found along our shores.

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Mossel Bay Backpackers
Website :www.mosselbayhostel.co.za
Email :info@mosselbaybackpackers.co.za
Tel. Reception :044 691 3182
Fax : 044 691 3182
Physical address........
1 Marsh Street
Mossel Bay
6506

Mossel Bay Backpackers is located just 300m from the Inner and Outer Point surf spots. This backpacker lodge also has a guest house adjoined to it, if you are after a few more creature comforts.

Where we are
Down Marsh Street to the Point. On the LHS. You can't miss us!
Mossel Bay Backpackers is close to the surf breaks

Mossel Bay Backpackers is situated close to the beach and the Inner and Outer Point surf breaks, this is a kiff* location for surfers, and well, non-surfers too as they can unwind around the swimming pool or on the sundeck which has awesome views of the bay and is just the spot for sun, sundowners and chilling.

If the urge to Do Something strikes, simply wave a finger and get them to arrange (and book) a fun filled day out. The laid-back staff are friendly. Why, they even offer breakfast and delightful dinners.

And hey, if you’re feeling flush and want to treat yourself to a little more luxury, ask about their special backpacker rates for the guest house.

Mossel Bay Backpackers Adventure Centre

Garden Route Adventure Centre
Big Five game drives - R395
Shark cage diving - R1 350
Deep-sea fishing - R550
Sea Island trip - R110
Skydiving - R1 500
Elephant rides - R550
Horse riding on game farm - R200
Quad biking on game farm - R450
Meet the People, country tour - R450
Surf lessons - R350
Sandboarding - R350
Oudtshoorn day trip - R650
Scuba course (NAUI/PADI) - R2 400
Paragliding - R500
Whale watching (June-Nov) - R580
Abseiling - R300

All prices are per person and subject to change.
Some tour prices are subject to a minimum of two people.

Backpackers Rates

Dorms R120; Doubles from R320.

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