© Swelledam Backpackers
Description
We offer quality budget luxury double en-suite rooms, cottages, cabins and dormitory accommodation. Nestled at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains and enveloped by lush greenery and meandering rivers, lie Swellendam Backpackers Adventure Lodge. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and discover the quiet life of the third oldest town of South Africa. The perfect place to set up base camp and explore: the southernmost tip of Africa/ Cape Aghulas, De Hoop Nature Reserve,(seasonal whale watching), Marloth Nature Reserve, Bontebok National Park, and much more all within short driving distance. Or just stroll through the quaint streets, lose yourself in the tranquil forests, wade through rivers, climb the magnificent mountains, bathe under cascading waterfalls or see it all on horseback. Swellendam Backpackers features large rooms and a variety of accommodation options, providing you with the perfect Western Cape Youth Hostel Accommodation and a base for your Overberg holiday. Relax, recharge and enjoy true Western Cape hospitality as you visit and enjoy the many Swellendam Attractions and participate in a South African Safari Adventure of a life time. The Family or Self Catering Cottage has a full en-suite bathroom, a double bed and two bunk beds (6 sleeper). There is a dorm room and four double wooden cabins in the large tree covered garden to choose from. Swellendam Backpackers also has Safari tents on offer or if you would prefer to make use of your own tent, there is a camping area so large you may need a map or GPS to find your way around. The rooms are large, spacious and airy. The Swellendam Backpackers team prides themselves on providing quality, clean student travel, backpacking and youth hostel accommodation to independent travellers and international backpackers alike. Awake to the sounds of nothing... but piece and quite, refreshed and ready for the days Overberg exploration...
Check-In 04:00 PM Check-Out 10:30 AM
Family: Our large garden offers the opportunity for the little ones to really stretch their legs after traveling all day. Splash in the rock pools at the bottom of the garden. Horse riding done every day with Two Feathers Horse Trails.
Great Outdoors: We hire mountain bikes, offer horse trails and sell permits and maps to do hiikng in the Marloth Nature Reserve. Organised gliding flights from local airfield & whale watching flights at very reasonable rates.
Historical & Cultural: Swelledam is the third oldest town in South Africa. The historic heart of the Overberg. White Washed buildings and wide oak lined streets make it a very romantic and picturesque village to stroll through and enjoy what the locals has to offer.
Conference venue: If you are looking for a small and intimate venue to able a truly inspiring conference this is the place for you. Small groups 10 - 20 max can be accommodated. 20% discount for groups more tan 10 during the months of May-August 2009
Outstanding Views: Our hostel is situated at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains. A large lush bird filled garden with a gurgling mountain stream is towered by the magnificent moutain peaks looking down on us.
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Dormitory x 1
Includes: Self-catering
We have our main dorm in the garden. A large room that sleeps 10 people in 5 bunk beds. Ideal for hiking groups or big groups travelling together. spacious and airy.
Features available
| Bathroom Facilities Shared bathroom, Separate toilet |
| Beds Bunk beds |
| Other No Smoking in Rooms |
| Views Garden, Mountain |
Double en-suite Room x 1
Includes: Self-catering
A very spacious room with private entrance from garden.
Features available
| Bathroom Facilities Shower only |
| Beds Double beds |
| Other No Smoking in Rooms |
| Views Garden |
Triple Room x 1
Includes: Self-catering
A favourite room for a family of three, this room has a double bed and a single bed. Private entrance and secure parking.
Features available
| Bathroom Facilities Shower only |
| Beds Single beds, Double beds |
| Other No Smoking in Rooms |
| Views Garden |
Twin Room x 1
Includes: Self-catering
This is a gorgeoues en-suite room with it's own private garden, walks out onto a pond and seating area. Private entrance.
Features available
| Bathroom Facilities Shower only |
| Beds Single beds |
| Other No Smoking in Rooms |
| Views Garden |
Wooden Cabin x 5
Includes: Self-catering
We have 5 wooden cabins in a large tree covered garden to choose from. Two of which have twin beds in, two have double beds in and one with a double bed + single bed. The cabins has no electricity we use lanterns. Very cozy and comfortable.
Features available
| Bathroom Facilities Shared bathroom |
| Beds Bunk beds, Single beds, Double beds |
Facilities
Facilities and Services
- Internet Access
- Parking Available
- Laundry Service
- Garden
- Braai / Barbecue
- Bar on the Premises
- Library
- Off Street Parking
- No Pets Permitted
- Fireplace on the Premises
- Internet
- Credit Card Facility
- Gas Hob and Oven
Dining
- Restaurant on the Premises
- Breakfast Served
- Lunch Served
- Dinner Served
- Set Menu Offered
Facilities in Rooms/Units
- No Smoking in Rooms
- Two - pronged plug point Available
Environment
- Mountain
- Countryside
- Suburbs
- Nature Reserve
- Forest
- River
- National Park
- Spa / Hot Springs
- Great Outdoors
- Dam
- Malaria Free Zone
Activities Nearby
- Bird Watching
- Fishing
- Golf
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Fishing - Freshwater
- Fishing - Saltwater
- Gliding - Traditional
- Horse Riding
- Paddling - Canoeing
- Waterskiing
- Shark Cage Diving
- Walking
- Camping
- Hiking / Backpacking
- Whale Watching
- Quad Biking
Languages Spoken
Conference
- Conference Venue <25 People
Memberships and Legal
Swellendam Backpackers Adventure Lodge
Map
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Nearby Places
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In and Around
Customer Reviews
Reviews
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Great place but does not do food or day trips
Anne Tee, United Kingdom
29 December 2011
Stephanie, the owner was lovely. We really enjoyed our five days here. The website said breakfast and evening barbecue meals were available each night - they are not. The Baz Bus arrived just as the last Supermarket closed, so there were folk arriving without provisions. We fed a few!
We really enjoyed talking to other travellers. We had our own car to visit De Hoop and Bontebok Nature Rerserve. We also walked from the lodge into the Marloth Reserve and to the historical centr ...
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Charleen Neethling, South Africa
03 December 2010
Thanks for the lovely evening.
Beautiful venue, lovely town, and even in the rain the cabins were comfortable. My wife booked the place for myself, my brother and a friend for a short get away, which was fantastic.
Recommended
Michaela stewart, South Africa
11 April 2010
A truly unique experience, loved every moment there
Just what we wanted, simple and quaint
Anonymous, New Zealand
17 January 2009
This was our second time staying here, and we enjoy the location of the backpackers. It is back from the main road so it's nice and quiet. We were greeted with a warm welcome and given a tour of the place - dining room, backyard where you can set up a tent, campfire and chairs around... It's nice that they have a variety of options for accommodation depending on your needs. They added an option for dinner this time, which is convenient for backpackers on the go.