- 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.
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| Physical address........ 3 Berea Road Port St Johns |
Perched on a hill overlooking the sea, Jungle Monkey Backpackers Lodge promises warm welcomes and cold beers…
First stop left. 4th street right. 200m.
Situated in spectacular surroundings, Port St Johns is encircled by jungle, mountains and ocean. Known as the jewel of the Wild Coast, the town is a vibrant fusion of wilderness and civilisation.
Begin your stay with a dip in one of Jungle Monkey’s sparkling pools or enjoy spectacular surroundings on their 360º viewing deck while sipping a mind-cooling cocktail.
Their lively cocktail bar and a la carte restaurant offers regular live entertainment, jam sessions, party DJ’s, theme parties and scrumptious food. If you’re a muso, pull in, play and stay.
But hey! Don’t stay home forever, there’s a world out there to explore. Hike to waterfalls, canoe on the Port St Johns dam or take a cultural village tour. Get wet wave bashing at the Umzimvubu River Mouth, take an ocean tour to see whales and dolphins at play or board the Jungle Monkey slow boat and booze cruise up the mighty Umzimvubu River where the fish eagle calls overhead.
End an action packed day with their free sundowner trip, then get horizontal in a hammock and say hi to a Cape Parrot or Trumpeter Hornbill.
Dorms from R100; Doubles from R250; En suite garden cabin R270; Triples R360; Camping R60. Shuttle from Mthatha (please book ahead). Daily adventure tours.
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