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Zululand Backpackers
Website :www.eshowe.com
Email :info@eshowe.com
Tel. Reception :035 474 4919
Cell :082 492 6918
Fax : 035 474 2691
Physical address........
36 Main Street
Eshowe
3815

Situated in a wing of the George Hotel, Zululand Backpackers offers comfortable good value for money accommodation.

How to find us

150km north of Durban. Take Dokodweni off ramp to Eshowe.

About us

Situated behind the George Hotel, Zululand Backpackers offers comfortable self-catering accommodation with access to all the hotel facilities. It’s an ideal base from which to explore Zulu culture with village and battlefield tours, traditional Zulu ceremonies (which showcase traditional attire and dancing), visits to craft markets, sangomas and shebeens.

Do a half day walking tour of Eshowe visiting the Dlinza Forest (South Africa’s only aerial boardwalk), the Zululand Historical Museum, the Vukani Zulu Crafts Collection, the Norwegian Missionary Museum, Mpushini Falls and Mbongolwane Wetlands.
Regular shuttle from Durban.

Calling all junkies!
• Adrenaline junkies can get their fix on the infamous Rock Slides.
• Bar junkies can sink a few at the Pablo Esco Bar, which is open from 5pm daily.
• Chill-out junkies can soak up the African stars in an open-air herbal bath.
Brewing up a storm.
The Zululand Brewery is based here. Home to the world famous beer Zulu Blonde - this is one of the tastiest blondes you’ll ever have the good fortune to enjoy.
Rates and extras
Dorms R125; Twins/Triples R185pp; Camping R85. En suite rooms available.
Wi-fi. Tour bookings. Easy walk from minibus terminus. Laundry. SAYTC.
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