- 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.
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| Physical address........ Old Main Road Leisure Bay |
A warm backpackers on the south coast which welcomes with a beautiful view, and great home cooking.
From Port Shepstone: Take the R61. 3km before Port Edward take the Leisure Bay (south) turn-off.
This bright, comfortable hilltop house is surrounded by a lush tropical garden with huge old trees. It has a panoramic view of the Indian Ocean and borders a nature reserve that abounds with birds and small game. Down in the valley below the Ku-boboyi River flows seawards.
Watch dolphins, whales and the Sardine Run in the vast blue distance from the cool veranda at the pool or spend long starlit evenings revelling in the sea breeze. Fling open your arms and yell star praises, the neighbours won’t mind, they’re too far away to hear.
Eric has created a wonderful African vibe in his lodge and his warm hospitality has tempted many travellers to change their plans and stay a little longer.
Experience local culture, eat a Xhosa lunch, consult a sangoma, visit a local school or drop in on a shebeen.
The restaurant offers mouth-watering a la cart and gourmet meals every night, so don't bother shopping.
Horse riding
Guided walks in a nature reserve
Mountain biking
Surfing
Canoeing
Ocean safaris
Diving
Visit a Zulu or Xhosa village
Excellent craft market
Dorms from R110; Doubles/Twins from R280; Camping from R75. Off-street parking. Swimming pool. Kitchen. Licensed bar. No TV.
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