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South Africa Backpacker Hostels - Backpacker Hostels Southern Africa - Kruger National Park area
The Kruger Area is a great place to explore the natural beauty of South Africa. There are backpacker hostels in a number of places. Some are close to the Kruger National Park and the scenic panorama. Nelspruit is the shopping capital of the Kruger area and also a springboard for Mozambique and Swaziland. Please write to us about your travel and backpacker accommodation experiences in Kruger National Park area. For more information on the Kruger National Park area, please scroll down to our travel guide section on your right.

South Africa Backpacker Hostels - Backpacker Hostels Southern Africa - Kruger National Park area
  • Salberg River retreat and Backpackers
    Join us and our wildlife deep in the wilderness area between Lydenburg and Dullstrom. Here you can dive into crystal clear rock pools on the Waterfall River, and “catch” a kudu, warthog or even a leopard with a camera trap (we provide equipment). At night the retreat comes alive with campfires, drumming and bush babies dancing on your roof. We organize day trips to the Kruger Park, Blyde River Canyon, Pilgrim’s Rest and God’s Window. Watch us on NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC: “In Search of a Legend - The Black Leopard of Lydenburg“ If you would like to stay a little longer and get involved a little deeper, click here (volunteer-in-africa.html?volunteeringTask=volunteeringDetails catid=0 volunteeringId=3) to visit our volunteer page.  

  • Gazebo Game Lodge
    Make Kwa Madwala Private Game Reserve your personal safari adventure playground.  Accommodation is in the ideally located Gazebo Game Lodge, a bush Utopia on the fringe of two large dams, which are oases to the resident game population. Spacious communal areas include the comforts of a games room (equipped with pool table, darts, table tennis, and TV/DVD), a large dining Lapa, a pub, an intimate gazebo under thatch, an under-the-African-sky outdoor Boma for barbeques, an indoor lounge and a swimming pool. All rooms are en suite rooms and include linen and bath towels. What to do Elephant back safaris Elephant interaction Horse back safaris Walking safaris Open vehicle game drives Microlight safaris (Low altitude light aircraft flights) Manyatta Rock Camp Day Spa Kruger National Park safaris in open 4x4’s and closed vehicles Greater Kruger private concession safaris Swazi Cultural Tour Swaziland Day Tour Maputo Day Tour Panoramic Route Day Tour Animal Rehabilitation Centre Day Tour

  • Shindzela Tented Safari Camp
    A true Big Five game safari in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve, part of the greater Kruger National Park. Shindzela offers prime game viewing in a beautiful wilderness area within the Reserve. We focus on walking safaris and tracking animals on foot, but also offer day and night game drives in open vehicles. S The camp Shindzela is an authentic tented safari camp that accommodates just 12 guests. It’s simple, comfortable and deliberately undeveloped to offer guests the undisturbed wilderness experience. The camp runs solar energy and has no modern electronics like television and cellphones to disturb the African wilderness. Each twin bed safari tent has a thatch roof, porch, bedding, towels and mesh to keep the mosquitoes out. The ablutions are separate. There is a dining tent in which to enjoy homemade meals and warm African hospitality. Our meals are tasty and homemade, with lots of fresh fruit, veg and salads.The central fireplace is the place to gather to relive the day’s experiences. Game viewing in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, South Africa, is home to over 40 mammal species, including Africa’s “Big Five” animals (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant). Other game that you may see here on safari includes hyena, jackal, giraffe, hippo, wild dog, zebra, kudu and impala, to mention just a few. There are over 350 bird species recorded in the Reserve. The Timbavati Reserve is open to the Kruger National Park, providing animals with a vast expanse of wilderness in which to roam, free of fences. We offer day and night game drives in open vehicles. Kruger Walking Safaris We offer wilderness walking safaris in a “Big Five” game viewing area in the Timbavati Nature Reserve. Trails are anything from 2 – 4 hours long. All wildlife walking safaris are led by a professional, experienced safari guide who is armed. We also have a tracker who serves as back up. Each safari guide takes a maximum of 8 guests on a walking trail. Our ethos While we make every effort to seek out the “Big Five” animals (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino), we focus on the whole safari environment, showing appreciation for all aspects of the wilderness – animal behaviour and habitat, trees, insect and plant life, as well as viewing all the other species of game found in the bush. Getting here Shindzela is situated in the Timbavati Reserve, an hour from Hoedspruit town. Departures from Johannesburg can be arranged.

  • Thornhill Safari Lodge
    Thornhill Safari Lodge offers an affordable getaway with comfortable rooms and excellent facilities in 13 authentic thatch-roof chalets. All bedrooms have en suite facilities, overhead fans, mosquito nets and wooden decks that overlook the lodge, pool area and surrounding bushveld. We have 7 double/twin units, 2 triple units, 2 honeymoon suite and 2 family units which can sleep 4. Thornhill also offers daily transfers to the lodge departing from Johannesburg and Nelspruit. Located within the Greater Kruger Park, 40km from Kruger Park's Orpen gate and with ever present views of the Drakensburg Escarpment, this area is a premier eco- tourist destination.   Fully inclusive Rates excluding Game activities and transfers R730.00 per person sharing per day R860.00 single R270.00 Children (3-12 years) Free of Charge Infant (0 -2 years) Included: All accommodation in en-suite Chalets. Breakfast, lunch and traditional bushveld dinner. Excluded: Game activities, drinks, laundry, items of a personal nature, curios and  optional excursions. Fully inclusive Rates including Game activities R1 130.00 per person sharing R1 255.00 single R600.00 Children (3 -12 years) Free of Charge Infant (0 -02 years) Included: All accommodation in en-suite Chalets Breakfast, lunch and a traditional bushveld dinner. 2 Game Activities per bed night. Excluded: Drinks, laundry, items of a personal nature, curios and optional excursions. Transfers Return transfer from Hoedspruit p/p R390.00 Return Transfers from Nelspruit p/p (min 2) R880.00 A host of extra optional activities available at the lodge. Contact us for fully comprehensive packages.

  • Arti-Farti Backpackers
    Arti-Farti Backpackers / B B offer laid back affordable accommodation in Phalaborwa, but with enough action and vibe in and around Phalaborwa to keep you buzzing for a week! The town of Phalaborwa is situated 2km from the Phalaborwa gate, central entrance to the world famous Kruger National Park and gateway to Mozambique through the Goryindo Border Post. A variety of clean and comfortable accommodation available in 14 colourful rooms at 3 separate houses (back to back and across the road) a great way to meet other travellers and to share travel information. Private En-suite Single Rooms Private En-suite Twin Rooms Private En-suite Triple Rooms Sharing En-suite Dormitory Self Catering Rooms with private kitchen and bathroom All rooms have: Private entrance En-suite bathroom Air conditioning (not in dorm) Roof fan TV with M-Net and limited DSTV Linen towels Kitchenette in Self Catering Rooms General or Services available: Swimming pool at each house Braai facilities Safe parking Communal kitchen Internet and e-mail services available. Transfers Airport pick up/drop off's TransLux busses run daily from our doorstep to JHB via Polokwane Tour operator to help you book activities in and around Phalaborwa Breakfast daily from 07:00 till 09:00 Accreditation and Awards: 3 Star Grading awarded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa. Member of the Phalaborwa Accommodation Association - PAA

  • Old Vic Travellers Inn
    Old Vic is a well-established travellers lodge in Nelspruit. Old Vic is roomy and spotless with a deck that overlooks the pool and a bird-rich nature reserve. We have dorms, budget rooms, en suite and family units. Our self-catering cabins easily blend in with the nature that surrounds it. Our famous home-cooked meals add to the "home away from home feeling". We offer group discounts. What we offer: Internet Travel desk Meals Taxis Transfers Cleaning service Linen Towels Laundry For good value safaris have look at our in-house safari company - Kruger Flexi Tours (index.php?option=com_tours toursTask=toursDetails catid=1 toursId=206 Itemid=140) FREE DORM NIGHT WITH ANY TOUR BOOKED AT OUR TRAVEL DESK.

  • Funky Monkeys Backpackers
    This well established, eco-friendly, fun loving, vibey lodge has built up a name of being a relaxed and affordable place to stay. Original artworks add splashes of colour throughout this spacious lodge. Our organic veggie patch provides fresh produce for our delicious homecooked meals. Our well-informed and friendly staff provide you with all the information you will need on Mpumalanga, Swaziland and Mozambique What we offer Dorms private double rooms Secure parking Broadband internet Swimming pool Braai area Funky licenced bar Pool table Well equipped kitchen Satellite TV Espresso machine Laundry Public phone Curios for sale Bus tickets, tours, car rental Funky Safaris (index.php?option=com_tours toursTask=toursDetails catid=1 toursId=205 Itemid=140), our sister company, specializes in One - Three day Safaris into Africa's Jewel: The Kruger Park. We have our own fully equipped tented camp in the Kruger, and all our safaris are done with registered guides in OPEN Game viewing vehicles. We offer combination packages too so be sure to check them out in the 'Specials' section! We depart before sunrise Daily to accommodate everybody's time schedules! See you there! PS. Mozambique visa done in one day in the Nelspruit Consulate. Get a FREE dorm night with any overnight tour booked. (index.php?option=com_tours toursTask=toursDetails catid=1 toursId=205 Itemid=140)

  • Kruger Inn Backpackers
    Situated in a Nature Conservancy bordering the world famous Kruger National Park, this cosy Backpackers allows you to mix freely with wild animals in their natural environment. A walk to the shops, laundry, swimming pool, pub or restaurants is a mini Safari. Take a tour to the Kruger with one of our qualified, registered guides or visit a Swazi Cultural Village, Mozambique, Swaziland or any of the Lowveld attractions. Half day, Full day and Overnight tours can be arranged to suit your requirements. You have not experianced the real Africa until you have heard the cry of the Fish Eagle and felt the roar of the mighty Lion.

  • Kruger View Backpackers Lodge
    Kruger View Lodge is a 5 minute drive from both the Kruger Park’s Crocodile Bridge Gate and from the Lebombo border post to Mozambique. Swaziland is also only 45 minutes away. The lodge is on the banks of the Crocodile River and is luxurius and affordable. Mainline coaches run daily between Joburg, Pretoria and Maputo. Call us for a free pick-up from drop-off points. We arrange day trips into Kruger and help with travel arrangements. Don't forget to tell us you found us in Alternative Route or AR for short.

  • Valley View Backpackers
    Located 5 minutes from the centre of town. A loungable, colourful place where you can relax. We offer you a nice bed, some good food and drinks. Ideal to reload for another thriving day of great experiences! Our adventure centre can give you lots of info about this great area. We have bunk beds, double rooms, en suite rooms, self-catering chalets and space for tents. Graskop Adventures offers you some exciting tubing, kloofing, a bridge swing and caving. Rent a mountain bike so you can find your own way through Graskop, the forest and the panoramic route. We also have a braai area and communal kitchen. Although food is not included in the price to stay overnight, we offer breakfast, lunch and dinner. Just let us know in advance so we can make you some good food. Don't forget to tell us you found us in Alternative Route or AR for short.