Bomvu Paradise Backpackers offers the ultimate african experience with the xhosa culture at its doorstep. The backpackers borders the Bomvu river along which the Bomvana tribe lives with their traditional dress and beadwork. From the wooden deck one overlooks the Bomvu Bay (beach) and Sugarloaf mountain.
Accommodation here is clean, comfortable and cool - whether you book into the dorm, hire a traditional thatched hut or rondavel, take a twin room or single, or camp in our Garden of Eden by the beach.
Their tropical garden with 26 indiginous trees, hammocks straddled between and a multitude of birds is a magnificent place to enjoy a true holiday feeling. When ready to explore the stunning natural surroundings of the Wild Coast beyond the gate, let Bomvu’s experienced guides take you on exciting adventures.
They offer organised horseriding trails through indigenous forest and local Xhosa villages. Ideal for beginners and an excellent way to see the untouched beauty of the Wild Coast from the saddle. Hiking to various coastal and untouched destinations is a must. There are 3 closeby desolate beaches to laze in the sun, throw a line and do somefishing. They offer Daytrips by 4x4, surftrips with free1 hour surf lesson and lots more.
Back at Bomvu make yourself at home at the Bomvu Paradise bar or look around in the Wild Coast Surf Shop. See an awesome sunset or learn to make your own drum. Play a drum around the fire, watch a tribal performance and enjoy fresh seafood for dinner.
