Hluhluwe Backpackers
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Hluhluwe
Backpackers
(5
rooms)
(27 customer reviews)
Hluhluwe Backpackers is set up in a very peaceful environment, surrounded only by a few Zulu huts in a distance and the hills of the National Park. We are the closest spot to the Hluhluwe/Imfolozi National Park. Just a stone throw away (1.5km), we call our neighbours the Big Five. Enjoy a stunning 360 degree panorama view onto the hills of the game reserve and into real Zululand.
At night time you will hear the giggle of the hyenas in your ear and the glittering African stars and sky over your head.
The lounge, reception area and the large garden/outside area (big boma and braai area) offers you ample space to relax. Our self-catering kitchen is very well equipped with all cutlery, crockery and utensils. There are gas stoves, fridge and freezer, microwave etc... and if you're not in the mood for cooking, let us spoil you with one of our tasty home cooked meals.
We offer the following services:
- Packed breakfast for self guided early morning drives.
- Free coffee and tea.
- Free pickup from Hluhluwe.
- Very friendly and helpful staff.
- Library & book exchange.
There are lots of things to do and to see and we recommend you to join us on one of our open vehicle Game Drives into the Game Reserve conducted by professional field guides (3 hours, 6 hours and full days available).
More Extras:
- Fire shows and Zulu dancing.
- Bird spotting on the property (at day), sparkling stargazing (at night).
- Ask about our 3 day Elephant Coast Tour (3 nights stay). The programme includes a visit to Dumazulu Cultural Village, Game Drive in Hluhluwe National Park to spot the Big 5, community & adventure walk, school visit, snorkeling at Cape Vidal, hippo & crocodile viewing at St Lucia Estuary and a visit to False Bay resort for the Ingwe Trail.
Activities near Hluhluwe Backpackers:
- Game Drives at Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve.
- Elephant Interaction.
- Canoeing on a lake with hippo and bird spotting with local freshwater guide.
- Cheetah Centre.
- Dumazulu Cultural Village.
- Walking trails.
- Visit to Zulu Traditional Healer.
- Diving at Sodwana.
- Visits to St Lucia with boat safari and game drive/snorkeling in Cape Vidal Game Reserve
- Isimangaliso Wetland Park.
- Fishing at False Bay and numerous other lakes.
- Mozambique and Swaziland borders are less the 2 hour drive.
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Hluhluwe Backpackers
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Hluhluwe
Backpackers
(5
rooms)
(27 customer reviews)
Hluhluwe Backpackers is set up in a very peaceful environment, surrounded only by a few Zulu huts in a distance and the hills of the National Park. We are the closest spot to the Hluhluwe/Imfolozi National Park. Just a stone throw away (1.5km), we call our neighbours the Big Five. Enjoy a stunning 360 degree panorama view onto the hills of the game reserve and into real Zululand.
At night time you will hear the giggle of the hyenas in your ear and the glittering African stars and sky over your head.
The lounge, reception area and the large garden/outside area (big boma and braai area) offers you ample space to relax. Our self-catering kitchen is very well equipped with all cutlery, crockery and utensils. There are gas stoves, fridge and freezer, microwave etc... and if you're not in the mood for cooking, let us spoil you with one of our tasty home cooked meals.
We offer the following services:
- Packed breakfast for self guided early morning drives.
- Free coffee and tea.
- Free pickup from Hluhluwe.
- Very friendly and helpful staff.
- Library & book exchange.
There are lots of things to do and to see and we recommend you to join us on one of our open vehicle Game Drives into the Game Reserve conducted by professional field guides (3 hours, 6 hours and full days available).
More Extras:
- Fire shows and Zulu dancing.
- Bird spotting on the property (at day), sparkling stargazing (at night).
- Ask about our 3 day Elephant Coast Tour (3 nights stay). The programme includes a visit to Dumazulu Cultural Village, Game Drive in Hluhluwe National Park to spot the Big 5, community & adventure walk, school visit, snorkeling at Cape Vidal, hippo & crocodile viewing at St Lucia Estuary and a visit to False Bay resort for the Ingwe Trail.
Activities near Hluhluwe Backpackers:
- Game Drives at Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve.
- Elephant Interaction.
- Canoeing on a lake with hippo and bird spotting with local freshwater guide.
- Cheetah Centre.
- Dumazulu Cultural Village.
- Walking trails.
- Visit to Zulu Traditional Healer.
- Diving at Sodwana.
- Visits to St Lucia with boat safari and game drive/snorkeling in Cape Vidal Game Reserve
- Isimangaliso Wetland Park.
- Fishing at False Bay and numerous other lakes.
- Mozambique and Swaziland borders are less the 2 hour drive.
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Rooms and Rates
Double Rooms
(5
rooms)
from
R240
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
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Shared Bathroom
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Details
Description: We have 5 double rooms in the main house. Linen included. Shared bathroom facilities. Self-catering fully equipped kitchen available. Dinners and breakfasts available on request.
Facilities:
- Bar Fridge
- Fan
- Radio
- No Smoking
- Tea and Coffee
- View
- Fully Equipped
- Bed Linen supplied
- Microwave
- Oven
- Freezer
Reviews of Hluhluwe Backpackers
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Robin Cooper
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13 February 2018
"The backpackers is close to Hluhluwe-Imfolosi gate and good for this. The staff are pleasant and helpful and there have been some improvements since my last visit but it remains somewhat ramshackle and needs attention to the little things. Only one light was working in the kitchen, and there is a l..."
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"The backpackers is close to Hluhluwe-Imfolosi gate and good for this. The staff are pleasant and helpful and there have been some improvements since my last visit but it remains somewhat ramshackle and needs attention to the little things. Only one light was working in the kitchen, and there is a lack of dessert spoons and small pots. The freezer portion of the fridge had ice coming out so the door did not close ( though this was addressed whilst I was there) . There are very few glasses for cold and alcoholic drinks, and only about 6 mugs. The sink in the toilet was blocked so the water did not drain out, and the door of one of the toilets did not lock. These are minor things, easily addressed,, but they need to be . "
Laraine Byzewski
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6 January 2018
"We conveniently met the owner near to false bay and he was kind enough to change his plans and pick us up later in the day and bring us to the backpackers.. it was in a really nice location with plenty of wildlife around and they can arrange good tours at a good price.
All the staff are friendly..."
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"We conveniently met the owner near to false bay and he was kind enough to change his plans and pick us up later in the day and bring us to the backpackers.. it was in a really nice location with plenty of wildlife around and they can arrange good tours at a good price.
All the staff are friendly and very helpful, they have loads of useful information for the surrounding areas and even gave us a lift to our next destination.
Would highly recommend this BackpackerÕs to anyone staying in the area or wanting to do a safari in the nearby park.. would definitely come back and stay again :)"
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Bird Watching
Braai / Barbecue
Communal TV
Garden
Walking / Hiking
Tourism Information Desk
Family friendly
Fireplace on premises
Secure off-street parking
Parking available
Smoking permitted
Bar Fridge
Fan
Radio
No Smoking
Tea and Coffee
View
Fully Equipped
Bed Linen supplied
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Children age 12 and over are charged as adults.