Mdumbi Backpackers is an award-winning hostel in the heart of the Transkei in South Africa, offering a range of comfortable and rustic accommodation options, from traditional rondavels to wooden huts to safari beds to camping. All have access to communal bathroom and cooking facilities, as well as a cosy lounge area and a bar. But you won’t want to spend too much time indoors, because there’s so much to do and see around Mdumbi like surfing, horseriding, kayaking and hiking. Mdumbi is home to one of the best surf spots in Southern Africa, with a world-class point break that offers long and consistent waves. Rent a board or take a lesson from one of the local instructors, who are also part of the community-owned surf club. After a day of adventure, relax with a massage or enjoy a delicious meal prepared by Mama, who uses fresh ingredients from the garden and the sea. Don’t miss the Saturday seafood feast, where you can gorge on crayfish, mussels and calamari.
Sustainability
Mdumbi Backpackers is not only committed to providing quality accommodation and services to its guests, but also to empowering its local community and protecting its natural resources. The hostel is partly owned by the community, and all the activities are run by local villagers who receive training and fair wages. The hostel also supports Transcape, an NPO that works on various projects such as education, health care, agriculture and conservation in the area.
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