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Reviews of backpackers, B&Bs, game lodges and hotels.
Hotels Close to the World Cup Stadium in Cape Town
Cape Town is South Africa's most-visited city and there's no shortage of accommodation options here, from luxurious four- and five-star hotels and inns to cheap and basic hostels.
Add your South Africa budget hotel or B&B to the Hostel Directory
If you own or operate a South Africa bed & breakfast, hostel, budget hotel, lodge or any other budget accommodation – or you know someone who does – you (or they) should enter the information into…
News From Marloth Park
Genie Retief is a renowned birding guide and wildlife expert who lives and works out of the Marloth Park Private Game Reserve on the borders of Kruger National Park .
The Bo-Kaap: A Show Piece of Cape Town Culture
One of the most picturesque quarters of a beautiful city is Cape Town ’s Bo-Kaap. Once known as the Malay Quarter , the area was in fact the home of a predominately Muslim population drawn from many…
Canyons, Cheetahs & Kruger
Canyons, Cheetah & Kruger Canyons, Cheetahs & Kruger is somewhat cheaper in value as Boots n'all trips go. It is certainly not as good value as the Dunes, Delta & Falls option.
Backpacker's Lodges: The Cool Side of Traveler Accommodation
Backpacker's Lodges Backpackers lodges are by now a fairly common phenomenon worldwide, but in Africa they have long been the backbone of the independent traveller movement.
Cheap hotels in South Africa are now easier to find
We are proud to announce a greatly improved hotel search function on this site, which we think you will like because it adds a modern feature that you won’t find elsewhere.
Ecotourism Africa Style
Ecotourism The concept of ecotourism in Africa has many facets and interpretations, but at its most fundamental it is an effort to ensure the long-term viability of vulnerable and threatened…
Luxury Lodges & Private Game Reserves
A signature feature of African travel is the concept of luxury wilderness and game lodges.
Hostel Booking Websites for South Africa
A trip to South Africa can be the trip of a lifetime, but there's no reason you have to spend a life's savings on it.
Cango caves: Oudtshoorn South Africa.
The Cango caves near Oudstshoorn are South Africa's oldest tourist attraction. Discovered (again) in 1780 and opened to the public in 1806, the Cango cave system is a winding network of jewelled…
Arniston/Waenhuiskrans Overberg
Arniston is a sleepy fishing village about 2 and a half hours from Cape Town and is a favourite retreat for families, and weekender's.
Longest zip line in the world, in Sun City: Pronutro zip 2000!
I found this video of the longest Zip Line in the world called the Pronutro zip 2000 which sounds like it belongs to Harry Potter. We call them foofy slides in South Africa, does anyone know why?
Most poisonous animals in South Africa. Top 5.
In Australia, just about everything is toxic and deadly. It is home to the worlds only known poisonous mammal, the duck billed platypus, the stupendously lethal box jellyfish and the blue ringed…
Garden Route: Victoria Bay
The fantastic fishing spot we found on our trip to Wilderness was the Jetty at Victoria Bay , and what lovely little place it is too.
Wilderness Dunes resort: Garden Route
The view from this place is absolutely jaw dropping! The Chalet's are built up on top of the dunes and overlook the entire horizon of the Indian ocean.
Back from the Wilderness: First thoughts
Got back last night from a lovely few days in the garden route which has changed quite dramatically since I was last there.
Into the Wilderness: The heart of the garden route.
This weekend (well Friday-Tuesday) we are driving up to Wilderness for a little break away.
Robyn: Why not Durban??
As I’m sure some of you have noticed this Logue is pretty one-sided, so to speak, in the favour of Cape Town .
Site Review: Directory of Hotels.com
This is a sponsored post. The opinions expressed are those of the staff writers at BootsnAll. Finding a unique hotel for that special occasion can be difficult with all the choices out there.
Du Toit's Kloof Lodge: Bad Cop review
This weekend we visited Du Toit's Kloof Lodge, the place certainly has its ups and downs, but we had a great time.
Cape Town Property Prices hit record high.
This is a bit of a sore point, because I have missed the property boom on four continents now, well not missed exactly, I was present, but failed to commit.
Du Toit's Kloof Lodge: Good Cop Review
There is a lovely lodge just after the Huguenot tunnel on the N1 , that I have always seen , but never stayed at until this weekend.
Impressions of the Kruger
It's tough to get back in to work after being on holiday and I am already planning to escape to Madagascar or thereabouts. My impressions of the Kruger park have changed somewhat for the better.
Kruger park; 2nd game drive
We did another long game drive today from the Phabeni gate to the Orpen dam and then circled around to come out of the Kruger National Park Gate.
Skyways; Gecko Lodge rainforest canopy "foofy slide"
Yesterday , we got up early and had booked at the skyways treetop ride above the rainforest canopy.
Wildlife at Sabie River Sun
Hippo's only feed at night and can travel large distances in their search for enough short grass to fill them up.
Sabie River Sun: Hazyview, Mapumalanga
We have now left the Kruger park lodge and are staying in the Sabi River Sun, a very lush and sweeping country club with a famous 18 hole golf course.
Kruger Park: First Game Drive
We got up very early this morning 05:00 to go for a game drive in the park. The gates open at 05:30 in time to catch the big five brushing thier teeth.
Kruger Park Lodge Hazyview, Mapumalanga
The Kruger Park Lodge is just as great as I remember it, a rolling 9 hole golf course, herds of Springbok on the fairways and vervet Monkeys in the trees.
Kruger Park safari time!
So there is definately a gap in the market for maintaining hotel/resort internet services. Both the Kruger Park Lodge and now Sabi River Sun, both have been down sporadically (when I need it).
Kruger park and Sabi Safari time!
It has been a long time since I last drove from Cape Town to "The Bush" about 5 years at least, so despite a plea from my wife to fly, we will be road-trippin to Hazy View, Mapumalanga.
Kruger Park Trip: How to get there?
We are planning a family trip up to the Kruger Park next month. This is when the bulk of the tourism has slowed down and things are a bit more relaxed for us and the animals.
Extreme Hotel in Cape Town: a Pre-review
I was going to wait until I have been to the extreme hotel before I wrote about it, but that would be too obvious wouldn’t it.
Jeff’s South Africa trip ‘07-email discussion- #4
Jeff from the states emailed, requesting some info and help with his itinerary for his upcoming South Africa trip .
South African scenery: According to the English; the best in the world!
South Africa is the most beautiful country on earth. The 2006 UK Readers Travel awards, presented by Condé Nast Traveller gave South African scenery a score of 97.8% which is the highest in the…
Fernando Tolosana: Experience life in the Great Karoo Desert.
A while ago I met someone, who was interested in swapping my Cj6 Jeep for a SAAB 9000 CS (spy car).
Lower Sabie, Kruger National Park: Camp Review
SA Logue brings you the lowdown on the camps of the Kruger National Park. See our Kruger Camps tag for more.
Stunning Snow Pics from Amohela ho Spitskop
SA Logue's friends at Amohela ho Spitskop , a country guest house in the tiny Free State village of Clocolan, have sent through these stunning photos of snow in the Drakensberg mountains - taken,…
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Buccaneers Backpackers, Wild Coast
Hidey Ho’ fellow travelers! It’s time to revisit an amazing hostel , or rather a backpacker’s village.
On a Magaliesberg Meanderabout? Stay at the Budmarsh Lodge
If you're planning to visit Joburg, and find yourself with a free night or two , then this weekend's edition of The Star newspaper has a tip for you: head over to the Magaliesberg , and take a…
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Sani Lodge Backpackers, KwaZulu Natal
Greetings and salutations everyone! In this highlight I am going to chat about a place that is very special to me, Sani Lodge Backpackers in KwaZulu Natal .
Resources for Steve and Family, Furnished-Flat Seekers
Steve in Winnipeg, Canada - where the ice never melts, and the locals complain about the horrible Tuscan-style igloos going up everywhere - removed his thick skiing gloves for a few moments, bent his…
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Bib's International Backpackers, St. Lucia
Bib’s International Hostel is one of those rare places that has a surprise in store around every corner. Take, for instance, the tour of the hostel.
SA's Sunday Times Takes You Halfway to Nowhere
If you are of the road-tripping ilk, then the Sunday Times has an idea for you: head out on the N1 , into the cold, desolate Karoo , and spend a night or two on a farm in - well, where, exactly?
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Isinkwe Backpackers
Anyone up for a safari? A lot of travelers come to South Africa for one reason only: to see the BIG FIVE !
Decent "SA Explorer" Package on LastMinute.com
Alert! LastMinute.com is running a fairly decent, 12-day "South Africa Explorer" package for around £2000. It includes Joburg, Sun City , the Tshukudu Game Lodge and Cape Town.
Mopani, Kruger National Park: Camp Review
SA Logue brings you the lowdown on the camps of the Kruger National Park. See our Kruger Camps tag for more.
Koornhoop Manor House, Observatory, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
Koornhoop Manor House cnr., Wrensch & Nuttall Roads Observatory, Cape Town | Map Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast, Self Catering Number of stars: N/A Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R235…
A Stitch in Time Does a Lot of Good at The Backpack
The bar at The Backpack is one of the best chill-out spots in Cape Town. It's well-stocked, has a broad patio and a great vibe - and is the home of the "Vallies Stitch and Bitch" project, which…
Mount Nelson Hotel Creates "Permaculture" of Excellence With Worm Farm
Cape Town's landmark 5-star hotel, the Mount Nelson, has yet again surpassed its rivals, adding a feature to its list of facilities that's a South African first. Swimming pool? Check. Gym? Check.
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: a Fond Farewell to Wildside Backpackers, Knysna
How I wish this was a review, rather than a farewell to an awesome stop . Wildside Backpackers was set in the prime spot, literally on the beach.
This Week: Gotta Get to Grahamstown
Grahamstown's National Arts Festival hits full stride this week - it's South Africa's biggest theatre, dance and music extravaganza, which literally takes over the otherwise sleepy little village,…
Satara, Kruger National Park: Camp Review
SA Logue brings you the lowdown on the camps of the Kruger National Park. See our Kruger Camps tag for more.
Bavarians Choose The Backpack as Brass Band Base
A traditional German brass band recently made Cape Town a stop on its grand tour of the seven continents - its mission: to foster new love for the oompah , complete with lederhosen!
Skukuza, Kruger National Park: Camp Review
SA Logue brings you the lowdown on the camps of the Kruger National Park. See our Kruger Camps tag for more.
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Inyezane Backpackers, Gingingdlovu, KwaZulu Natal
Mud , mud , glorious mud ! For some reason - probably going back to my childhood - I have always had a love of playing in mud .
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Sugarshack Backpackers, East London
Pulling up to this hostel - situated barely 5 steps from the warm Indian Ocean - you might start singing the Eighties' tune "loveshack, baby, loveshack, loveshack..." Sugarshack Backpackers has a…
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Island Vibe Backpackers, Jeffrey's Bay
"What’s up, all you dudes and dudettes out there?" If you are into surfing or sunning yourself on a FANTASTIC beach, do I have news for you!
Olifants, Kruger National Park: Camp Review
SA Logue brings you the lowdown on the camps of the Kruger National Park. See our Kruger Camps tag for more.
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Backpackers' Paradise, Oudtshoorn
Hi-dy Ho everyone! Today we will discover the best hostel in the Ostrich capital of the world , Oudtshoorn!
Biyamiti, Kruger National Park: Camp Review
SA Logue brings you the lowdown on the camps of the Kruger National Park. See our Kruger Camps tag for more.
The Backpack Fundraiser a Great Success
Last weekend's fundraiser at The Backpack, in aid of the Colin Javens Spinal Injury Trust , was a great success by all accounts!
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Hermanus Backpackers
Greetings and salutations to all my travel buddies out there. Today I am going to be re-exploring Hermanus Backpackers , definitely one of my all time fav spots!
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: Long Street Backpackers, Cape Town
Hello, Sanibonani, Goeie More and all that jazz….. Hope this finds you all happy, healthy and travelin’. In today’s piece I am writing up a real party hostel, Long Street Backpackers in Cape Town.
Umlani Bushcamp, Timbavati, Kruger National Park: Accommodation Review
Umlani Bushcamp Timbavati Game Reserve, Kruger National Park off the R40 near Hoedspruit Limpopo Province | Map .flickr-photo { } .flickr-frame { float: left; text-align: center; margin-right: 15px;…
Trekker's Hostel Highlights: a Sunflower Stop, Cape Town
Welcome to the second installment of my Hostel Highlights! Today I am going to review a smaller hostel located right on the doorstep of the V&A Waterfront , the Sunflower Stop .
Life in Lesotho
You can hear the wind blowing through the red, yellow and green-tinted grass. That is how quiet and serene the little village of Mafika-Lisiu in Lesotho is, just over the border of South Africa in…
Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge, Albasini Dam, Limpopo Province: Accommodation Review
Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge Albasini Dam off the R578 from Makhado (Louis Trichardt) Limpopo Province | Map Shiluvari Chalet Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: N/A Rooms starting from…
Trekker’s Hostel Highlights: Bomvu Paradise Backpackers, Coffee Bay
I had heard about this unique backpackers’ somewhere on SA's Wild Coast while travelling in St. Lucia - but time was catching up with me and I didn't think I could get down to Coffee Bay.
Catch The Goldfish Live at The Backpack - and Support Spinal Injury Sufferers
Alert! Party with The Goldfish coming up at The Backpack! But first, some background info... Kilimanjaro ASI If you don't know the story of Colin Javens, prepare to be astounded.
Phumulani Lodge, eManzini, Mpumalanga Province: Accommodation Review
Phumulani Lodge R569, off the R538 at eManzini Near the Kruger National Park Numbi Gate Mpumalanga Province Accommodation type: Game Lodge Number of stars: 4 Rooms starting from (per person sharing):…
Djuma Game Lodge, Sabi Sand, Kruger National Park: Accommodation Review
Djuma Game Lodge Sabi Sand, Kruger National Park Mpumalanga Province | Maps Bush Lodge Interior Accommodation type: Game Lodge Number of stars: 4 & 5 Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R1950…
Where to Stay in Knysna: Cherry's Questions Answered
Cherry posts a comment , asking - What's a good backpacker's in the Knysna-George region? Is it safe to take minibus taxis?
Majoro's B&B, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
Majoro's Bed & Breakfast 69 Helena Crescent, Graceland Khayelitsha, Cape Town | Map Majoro's B&B Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: 2 Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R250…
Kopanong, Khayelitsha, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
Kopanong C 329, Velani Crescent Village 4, Town 1 Khayelitsha, Cape Town | Map Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: 3 Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R250 SA Blog…
Sabi Sabi Luxury Private Game Lodge, Kruger National Park: Accommodation Review
Sabi Sabi Kruger National Park (turnoff 3km before the Paul Kruger Gate) Mpumalanga Province | Map Zebra and Foal Accommodation type: Game Lodge Number of stars: 5 Rooms starting from (per person…
Tranquility, Fish Hoek, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
Tranquility 25 Peak Road Fish Hoek, Cape Town | Map Tranquility Guest House Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: Not yet rated Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R375 SA Blog…
Klippe Rivier Country House, Swellendam, Western Cape: Accommodation Review
Klippe Rivier Country House Outskirts of Swellendam, off the R60 Western Cape | Map Klippe Rivier in Mist Accommodation type: Country Guest House (Bed & Breakfast) Number of stars: 5 Rooms starting…
Ma Neo's B&B, Langa, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
Ma Neo's B&B Zone 7 No 30 (off Sandile Avenue) Langa, Cape Town | Map Ma Neo's Main Suite Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: 2 Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R180 SA Blog…
Liziwe's Guest House, Guguletu, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
Liziwe's Guest House NY 111, No. 121, Guguletu Cape Town | Map Liziwe's Bedroom Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: N/A Rooms starting from (per room): R300 SA Blog recommends?
Hog Hollow Country Lodge, Garden Route, Western Cape: Accommodation Review
Hog Hollow Country Lodge Askop Road, The Crags Plettenberg Bay | Map Breakfast at Hog Hollow Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: 4 Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R960 SA…
Masakala Guest House, Matatiele, Southern Drakensberg, Eastern Cape: Accommodation Review
Masakala Guest House 94 High Street, Matatiele (office) Eastern Cape | Map 1 | Map 2 Masakala Rondavels Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: N/A (but AA approved) Rooms starting from…
Gardens Shopping Centre, Cape Town: Mall Review
Gardens Shopping Centre Mill Street, Gardens Cape Town | Map Gardens Centre Specialty: Big shops, boutique shops, banks and holiday accommodation.
Singita Safari Lodges, Mpumalanga & Kruger National Park: Accommodation Review
Singita Safari Lodges Five locations in Mpumalanga Province (Sabi Sands region), and the Kruger National Park | Map Singita Accommodation Accommodation type: Fully-catered game lodges Number of…
Jan Harmsgat Country House, Swellendam, Western Cape: Accommodation Review
Jan Harmsgat Country House R60 outside of Swellendam (Bonnievale area) Western Cape | Map1 | Map2 Jan Harmsgat Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: 4 Rooms starting from (per person…
Meet Cape Town's Hippo Population at Imvubu
The freshwater vleis (shallow lakes - pronounced "flays") that ebb and flow with the rains on the Cape Flats near Muizenberg beach are home to Cape Town's only hippopotamus population , a sturdy herd…
The Backpack & Africa Travel Centre, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
The Backpack & Africa Travel Centre 74 New Church Street Cape Town | Map The Backpack Accommodation type: Backpackers/Hostel Number of stars: 4 Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R100 SA Blog…
Belvedere, Hout Bay, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
Belvedere Self Catering SA Blog Recommends? Enthusiastically! Belvedere Guest House Snippet Three pleasant bedrooms sleep six people - which means that you can have your own house in Cape Town during…
Parker Cottage, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
Parker Cottage 3 Carstens St Tamboerskloof Cape Town | Map Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: 4 Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R350 SA Blog recommends? Enthusiastically!
Upendi Backpackers: for the Love of Adventure Travel
Alert! SA Blog has just received a recommendation on Upendi Backpackers , a new adventure tourism hub on the Garden Route, in the town of Sedgefield, between Mossel Bay and Knysna .
Umhlanga Township Tours: Contact the Honey Pot B&B
Heather Hunter , who runs the Honey Pot B&B with her husband Bob, in the KwaZulu Natal seaside resort of Umhlanga, is also actively involved in development tourism, and is the person to call for…
Villa Montebello, Hout Bay: Accommodation Review
Villa Montebello 72 Mount Rhodes Drive, Mount Rhodes Hout Bay Accommodation type: Bed & Breakfast Number of stars: 4 Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R500 and up SA Blog recommends?
iKhaya Lodge, Dunkley Square: Accommodation Review
iKhaya Lodge Dunkley Square, Gardens, Cape Town Accommodation type: Boutique Hotel, Self Catering Number of stars: N/A Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R350 SA Blog recommends?
The Twelve Apostles, Camps Bay, Cape Town: Accommodation Review
The Twelve Apostles Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town Accommodation type: Small Hotel Number of stars: 5 Rooms starting from (per person sharing): R500 and up SA Blog recommends?
Swapping Homes with South Africans: LooLoo's Question Answered
LooLoo posts a comment , asking - Is it possible to swap homes with South Africans? The short answer, LooLoo, is yes . Hurrah!
The Tarragon, Hout Bay: Accommodation Review
The Tarragon Self Catering SA Blog Recommends? Enthusiastically! Snippet It might take a bite out of your wallet, but if you're looking for luxury in Hout Bay, this is the place.
Hout Bay View, Hout Bay: Accommodation Review
Hout Bay View Bed & Breakfast SA Blog Recommends? Enthusiastically! Snippet Sometimes, you just get good vibes from a place - and Hout Bay View is full of 'em.
Backpackers Stay for Free in Ceres
One of the Western Cape's most famous backpackers', The Farm outside of Ceres, has a work-stay programme for those who want to get to know South Africa from the ground up.
Tulbagh - The 6-Part Serial Adventure! (2/6: Where to Stay)
(An SA Blog Beta post from Your Correspondent) Part 2/6: Where to Stay Every lane in Tulbagh that you turn into, it seems, has a pretty sign rocking in the breeze which advertises a place to stay.