- Grabouw
Apple, mountain bike and adventure country.
- Greyton Overberg
Greyton is rural tranquillity and quaint country scenes. There is a backpackers lodge in town.
- Betty's Bay
Betty's Bay is one of those places that grew up as a holiday home from home. there is a fantastic backpackers in town.
- Kleinmond
Because of its isolation Kleinmond was an outlaws’ stronghold for some 200 years. Nestled between two estuaries and bordered by fynbos covered mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, Kleinmond is an appetising stop for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s a hikers paradise, and with consistently good swell, not bad for surfers either.
- Hermanus
A favourite weekend getaway spots for people living in Cape Town. Hermaus has a little bit of everything from long beaches, to whales populating the bay to a rocking nightlife......
- Fisherhaven
10 kilometres outside Hermanus.
- Gansbaai
Small fishing port on the Cape South Coast and famous for its Great White Sharks
- Bredasdorp
Situated 25km north of Cape Agulhas, Bredasdorp is a centre for wool, grain and dairy farming and lying in the heart of the Overberg, you’ll certainly know that you are in the “bread basket” of Africa…
- NapierWC
A tranquil and quirky country village.
- Cape Agulhas
Cape Agulhas backpackers is set at the true southernmost tip of the continent. Is it really where the two oceans meet? Go there to see for yourself.
- Arniston
This lovely little fishing village is set against an backdrop of impossibly blue seas and whitewashed cottages. Meander down to the harbour and choose a fish fresh off the boats, or take a walk to the caves and shout something you’d like to hear a few times.
- Riversdale
Set halfway between Cape Town and Knysna, this little town boasts some classic country attractions.
- Witsand
Known as the whale nursery of the East Coast, with the largest concentration of whales on the South African coastline, Witsand is at the mouth of the Breede River. It’s a peaceful town with excellent fishing.
- Robertson
Robertson lies on the Breede River Valley which is on Route 62. It is one of the longest wine routes in the world.
- Swellendam
Swellendam lies beneath some of the most spectacular peaks in the Langeberg range. These peaks used to be used as sundials by the farmers who called them 10, 11, 12 and 1 o'clock. Today, old oak trees, wide roads and whitewashed homesteads recall Swellendam’s past as a frontier town. From here there’s easy access to a myriad outdoor wilderness experiences.
- Barrydale
Barrydale is situated at the top of the Tradouw pass and is on the R62
Montagu Western Cape
Montagu is situated on Route 62, the road to wine and roses, this charming little village lies snoozing in the embrace of the mountains.
Therapeutic mineral springs
Lying deep in the Breede River Valley, the special little town of Montagu will seep into your heart, and if you give it enough time, soul. The Langeberg Mountains offer serious climbers challenging cliff faces as well as pleasant, rambling hikes.
Refresh body, mind and spirit in the therapeutic mineral springs. Then put the full stop on your recuperation by quaffing some of the local honey-flavoured Muscadel wine.
Psst. Don’t forget to track down some of Route 62’s fine wine.
Places to Stay
- De Bos Guest Farm
Find this wonderful Montagu backpackers a short stroll from the centre of town.
- Healing Holidays
Give your soul time and space to breathe.
Feeling lucky?(randomly selected service providers from all regions)
A great opportunity for backpackers to visit an unspoilt part of South Africa
(Kosi Bay,Zululand)
Live with the locals and get to understand their culture
(Grahamstown,Eastern Cape Inland and the Karoo)
Established in 1994, Bundu has now joined Intrepid Travel and offers safaris and tours worldwide.
(Various,Botswana)
This Drakensberg backpacking hostel is surrounded by indigenous gardens and beautiful mountains.
(Northern Drakensberg,Drakensberg Backpacker Hostels)
Centrally situated in Johannesburg and close to WITS - a perfect venue for Profs and Researchers - kids are welcome too
(Johannesburg,Johannesburg)
Built in the days when castles were homes
(Johannesburg,Johannesburg)
Does a Chico blow your hair back? Or do you prefer a Polo? This is your spot.
(Camps Bay,Cape Town)
The Baz Bus is a South African backpacker hop-on hop-off any time bus service. They have no time limit on their ticket, so you can travel whenever you like, and, what’s more, start from anywhere on the route.
(Cape Town City Centre,Cape Town)
Close to the beach, malls, the city centre and Durbans nightlife.
(Durban ,Durban)
Soul country, food for the soul.
(Clanwilliam,West Coast)
