| ACCOMMODATION -
WESTERN CAPE |
| Ashanti Lodge
Owner: Lisa Mason & Craig Johnstone
Manager(s):
Debbie Rule
Physical Address:
11 Hof Street
Gardens
Cape Town
Postal Address:
11 Hof Street
Gardens
Cape Town
(updated 04/04/2000)
|
Situated in the leafy Gardens area of Cape
Town, close to the city centre and all entertainment as well as
shopping centre and restaurants.
This 5 star backpackers lodge has
excellent facilities including a swimming pool, bar and cafe, mail,
e-mail and internet, as well as a sundeck with the best view of Table
Mountain in town!
The travel centre offers professional service and amazing deals on all
adventure and budget travels..
|
Tel:
+27-21-4238721
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4238790
Guests Tel:
+27-21-4265849
Email:
ashanti@iafrica.com
Site:
http://www.ashanti.co.za
|
Bay View Lodge
Owner: Liz Davis
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
Postal Address:
|
Bay View Lodge is a
beautiful old Cape house which nestles below Table Mountain. Blue
scented Syringa trees shade charming verandahs and patios. Bar serving
drinks and food. Clubs and restaurants are all within range. |
Tel:
+27-21-4614978
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
lizdavis@global.co.za
Site:
|
The Backpack
Owner: Toni
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
74 New Church Street,
Cape Town
Postal Address:
|
Home of SA's first
backpacker travel agency. The Backpack Travel Centre. We have a great
location, secure off street parking, swimming pool, cheap internet,
laundry, airport shuttles and satellite TV to watch all the sport. |
Tel:
+27-21-4234530
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4230065
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
backpack@gem.co.za
Site:
http://www.backpackers.co.za
|
| Bwana Lodge for Backpackers
Owner: Sheila
& Gavin Dollman
Manager(s):
Andrew Dollman
Physical Address:
9 Herbert Rd
Corner Herbert & Milner Roads
Sea Point
Cape Town
Postal Address:
9 Herbert Rd
Sea Point
8005
(updated 04/04/2000)
|
The Bwana runs a "Superb"
backpackers rest for all who may want to visit Cape Town.
A family concern that really cares for you ,during your stay in the
finest city in South Africa
RECENTLY
CHANGED HANDS
now managed by Stefan - 12/10/2000
|
Tel:
+27-21-4399460
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax::
+27-21-4344262
Guests Tel:
+27-21-4397157
Email:
bwana_backpacker@mweb.co.za
NEW EMAIL 12/10/2000 bwanalodge@hotmail.com
Site:
|
Carnaby - CLOSED
Owner: James & Jane
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
219 Main Road,
Three Anchor Bay
Postal Address:
|
This homely hotel is now a
well established backpackers. Carnaby offers all the luxuries you
expect. All you need is to be yourself and have no real plan, because
everything can and does happen here. |
Tel:
+27-21-4397410
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4391222
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
carnaby@netactive.co.za
Site:
The
Carnaby Site
|
| Cloudbreak Backpackers Lodge
Owner: Dale
Knowles-Gaylard & Anton Gaylard
Manager(s): Clare
& Jo
Physical Address:
219 Upper Buitekant Street,
Vredehoek,
Cape Town,
8001
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 16065
Vlaeberg,
8018
(updated 18/05/2000)
|
Cloudbreak lives up to it's
strapline " Where everybody knows your name". It's
friendly , it's upbeat, it's dynamic and fun, with everything that the
backpacker expects.
It's no wonder that
people keep coming back, year after year, to experience the real Cape
Town.
Named after the infamous
"surf break" winter at Cloudbreak is THE place to
stay if you are looking to surf.
|
Tel:
+27-21-4616892
Cell:
+27-(0) 828953829
Fax:
+27-21-4611458
Guests Tel:
+27-21-4655301
Email:
cloudbrk@gem.co.za
Site:
Cloudbreak site
|
| Elephant on Castle Backpackers
Owner: Robin
H Thomson
Manager(s): Anel
and Daniel
Physical Address:
57 Castle Street
Cape Town
Postal Address:
57 Castle Street
Cape Town
8001
(updated
12/03/2000)
|
Ellie on Castle is a small,
friendly backpackers right in the centre of
town.
The balcony is a great place to kick back, braaing and people watching.
It sleeps only 22 guests, so within 24 hours you know everybody.
It's within 2 to 5 minutes from the station, Greenmarket Square and St.
Georges Mall.
Their travel centre helps you to organise your stay in Cape Town, South
Africa and Southern Africa. |
Tel:
+27-21-4247524
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4247524
Guests Tel:
+27-21-4234128
Email:
castle@iafrica.com
Site:
http://www.jump.to/capetown
|
| Great White Backpackers
Owner: Rosemary
& Jackie Smit
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
124 Cliff St,
De Kelders,
Gans Baai
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 638,
Gans Baai,
7220
|
On the cliffs of De Kelders
overlooking Walker bay where whales come to play 7 months of the year.
"Have a whale of a time" |
Tel:
+27-28-3841380
Cell:
+27-(0))828226290
Fax:
+27-28-3841381
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
sharkdiv@itec.co.za
Site:
Great White Site
|
| Green Elephant Backpackers
Owner: Robin
Thomson
Manager(s):
Carne and Sarah
Physical Address:
57 Milton Road,
Observatory,
Cape Town
Postal Address:
57 Milton Road,
Observatory,
Cape Town,
7925
(updated 10/03/2000)
|
The Green Elephant is a
small friendly backpackers with an active outdoor leaning.
We have a solar heated swimming pool and a jacuzzi for evening
parties.
For outdoor activities, look no further, we will join you for diving,
kloofing, parachuting.
Or relax on our balcony having a braai and a beer.
Internet access is a fast ISDN line to read your email quickly. |
Tel:
+27-21-4486359
Cell :
+27-(0)
Bookings:
TOLL FREE 0800222722
Fax:
+27-21-4480510
Guests Tel:
+27-21-4475842
Email:
greenelephant@iafrica.com
Site:
http://www.hostels.co.za
|
@Lighthouse Farm Lodge
Owner: John &
Helen
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
Oude Molen Village, Alexander Road, Observatory.
Postal Address:
|
Situated in the Black river
Enviro Park, the farm has amazing wetlands, fantastic views and can
offer bird watching, horse riding, mountain and forest walks. Within
walking distance of Observatory and it's funky bars, restaurants and
stations.
What more could you want, but we do have all the services, others boast
about as well. |
Tel:
+27-21-4479165
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4479166
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
msm@mweb.co.za
Site:
|
| Lions Den - NOW CARNAVAL COURT
Owner: Leon
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
255 Long Street
Cape Town,
8001
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 16065,
Vlaeberg,
8018
|
Situated in the heart of
the most beautiful city in the world. It's Hip, it's Hot, it's
happening. Travel desk / student discounts / 7th night free |
Tel:
+27-21-4239003
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4239166
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
lionsden@iafrica.com
Site:
Lions Den site
|
| Long Street Backpackers
Owner: Stephen
Atkinson & Babett Baer
Manager(s):Stephen
Atkinson, Babett Baer
Physical Address:
209 Long Street,
Cape Town,
8001
Postal Address:
209 Long Street,
Cape Town,
8001
(updated 09/03/2000)
|
Sunny courtyard. Internet
and E-mail facilities. Poolroom. Travel Desk.
Happening bar. German spoken here. Free vegetarian meals every Sunday.
Video & Satellite TV. Only 5 people per bathroom. Gym membership. |
Tel:
+27-21-4230615
Cell:
+27-(0)880093378
Fax:
+27-21-4231842
Guests Tel:
+27-21-4239921 / 4239918
Email:
longstbp@mweb.co.za
Site:
Long Street site
|
| Oak Lodge
Owner: Detlev
Diegel
Manager(s):
Russell, Helen & Murray
Physical Address:
21 Breda Street,
Gardens,
Cape Town
Postal Address:
|
Cape Town. Summer. Surf.
Freedom. OAK LODGE. celebrate. Beach. Sex. Cocktails. Energy. OAK
LODGE. Overland. Cars. Tours. Adrenaline. You. OAK LODGE |
Tel:
+27-21-4656182
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4656308
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
oaklodge@intekom.co.za
Site:
Oak
Lodge Site |
| Overseas Visitors Club
Owner: Hylton
Ross
Manager(s):
Wilmot Abrahams
Physical Address:
230 Long Street,
Cape Town,
8001
Postal Address:
P O Box 15276
Vlaeberg
8018
(updated
11/03/2000)
|
Overseas Visitors Club is
Cozier than most hostels on Long Street and is surrounded by popular
night clubs , restaurants, museums & historically interesting
places.
OVC is a fully fledged
one stop travel shop and in-house travel agency
|
Tel:
+27-21-4246800 / 4234477
Cell:
+27-(0)823414114
Fax:
+27-21-4234870
Guests Tel:
+27-21-4221005
Email:
hross@ovc.co.za
Site:
http://www.ovc.co.za |
| St John's Lodge
Owners: Errol
& Jennifer Sanders
Manager(s): Madeleine
MacLoed
Physical Address:
Corner of St Johns and Main Roads,
Sea Point,
Cape Town
Postal Address:
Corner of
St Johns and Main Roads,
Sea Point,
Cape Town
8005
(updated 21/03/2000)
|
This is one of the oldest hostels in Cape
Town and it is situated in one of the most sought after suburbs in the
city. It is a short bus ride to the city, V & A Waterfront, and
Camps Bay & Clifton beaches. Only metres from the promenade, the
local beaches and an Olympic size seawater swimming pool, it is
surrounded by an abundance of restaurants, cafes, banks, shops,
supermarkets, etc. Table Mountain and Lions Head are easily accessible
from the hostel.
Visitors to the Lodge describe it as clean, comfortable, cosy, friendly
and informative. Its owners are passionate about Cape Town, and want
you to feel that way too. They will go out of their way to make your
stay memorable.
Most of the rooms are single or double, and some have their own shower.
Enjoy the sunsets from its balconies which run the width of the
building. They have some amazing winter specials - give them a call or
an email to find out more about them. |
Tel:
+27-21-4399028
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4399028
Guests Tel:
+27-21-439 3964 / 439 7021
Email:
stjohnslodge@mweb.co.za
Site:
http://come.to/stjohnslodge
|
| Stumble Inn
Owner: Neil
Burns
Manager(s):
Sharon Dreyer
Physical Address:
12 Market Street,
Stellenbosch,
7600
Postal Address:
|
Stubble Inn Stellenbosch
backpacker ACCOMMODATION, budget hostel. In the wine lands, Western
Cape, South Africa, tours, Adventures, day tours, university, wine
farms, vineyards, fun, backpacker, cycling, swimming |
Tel:
+27-21-8874049
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-8874049
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
stumble@iafrica.com
Site:
Stumble's site
|
| African Train Lodge
Owners: Jent
van Dijk, Usit World, Sagren Naicker, Joe Tichy, Neil Muller
Construction
General
Manager: Bib
Physical Address:
Monument Station,
Old Marine Drive,
Cape Town
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 5333,
Cape Town
8000
(updated
12/03/2000)
|
The most unique
accommodation, on real revamped train carriages awaits you at Train
Lodge in Cape Town.
You have the choice of
sharing in a 4-berth compartment or a 2-berth coupe with all linen
provided.
We offer stunning views of Table Mountain, as well as a restaurant
coach, pub coach, coffee shop, swimming pool with BBQ and bar, TV
rooms, pool tables, 24 hour
reception, internet cafe, luggage and mail holding facilities.
|
Tel:
+27-21-4184890
Cell:
+27-(0)823518898
Fax:
+27-21-4185848
Guests Tel:
+27-21-4184890
Email:
train@trainlodge.co.za
Site:
http://www.trainlodge.co.za
|
| Whale House Rock
Owner:
Manager(s): Sharon
Physical Address:
9 York Close,
Hout Bay,
7806
Postal Address:
|
Friendly service, free
bedding, lounge, TV with Mnet,. Coin Operated laundry. Tour Information
& booking available. Awesome sea & mountain views. Chilled
atmosphere |
Tel:
+27-21-7905849
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-7904087
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
whalehr@worldonline.co.za
Site:
Whale House Rock site
|
| Windstone Horse Riding Centre &
Backpackers
Owner: Andy
& Brenda Winder
Manager(s):
Andy & Brenda
Physical Address:
Outside Vredenburg +- 1kms, from the R27 West
Coast Road, on the Hopefield Road (R 45), right next to the
Langeenshied Station
Postal Address:
P.O.Box 320
Vredendburg
7380
(updated
19/03/2000)
|
Windstone horse riding centre run by a
qualified SANEF instructor offering great riding activities
All the rooms are en-suite, and there is an indoor solar heated pool.
The nearby the Langebaan Lagoon is great for windsurfing and water
sports.
Then there's plenty of other things to do, the spring flowers in the
West Coast National Park, the Fossil Park that is right next
door, the West Coast's beaches, crayfishing and the seafood route.
|
Tel:
+27-22-7661645
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-22-7661038
Guests Tel:
+27-21-
Email:
winder@mweb.co.za DISCONTINUED
Site:
|
| Zoete Inval Travellers Lodge
Owner: Jan
& Marilyn Van Der Velden
Manager(s):
Marilyn Van Der Velden
Physical Address:
23 Main Road,
Hermanus
Postal Address:
23 Main Road,
Hermanus
7200
(updated 21/03/2000)
|
The name means "drop in and make yourself
at home".
Conveniently located 10 minutes from the CBD and the sea.
Most of the rooms are doubles and the personal touch is a nice
surprise. This place is truly eco-friendly with their excellent recycle
system.
They'll book activities and reservations.
Watch the whale watching and shark cage diving videos.
Come see for yourself and ask for the handy map that tells it all
Call ahead for info about transport and the best routes.
|
Tel:
+27-28-3121242
Cell:
+27-(0)826585435
Fax:
+27-28-3121242
Guests Tel:
+27-28-3121242
Email:
zoetein@hermanus.co.za
Site:
http://www.zoeteinval.co.za
|
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| TRANSPORT - WESTERN CAPE |
AroundAboutCars
Cape Town Car Hire
Owner: Monika
Moser
Manager(s):
Michelle Dreyer & Geoff Higgo
Physical Address:
2nd floor,
Coen Steytler Parkade,
Foreshore.
Opposite the entrance to the V+A Waterfront, exit of N1
Postal Address:
PO Box 43993
Scarborough,
7975
(updated
11/03/2000)
|
Car hire -
no one can beat our service, latest models from R 99 per day all
inclusive, unlimited kilometres, over border rentals, delivery and drop
off all over Southern Africa.
SPECIAL: If
you hire one of our cars you will receive a 10% discount on selected
accommodation all along the Garden Route and South Africa,
New: Ebony / Aroundaboutcars orphans education fund: if a client adds 1
Rand per day for the rental we will match it and it will go
towards our fund.
|
Tel:
+27-21-4192727 / 4192728
Cell:
+27-(0)824192727
Fax:
+27-21-4192729
Email:
info@aroundaboutcars.com
Site:
http://www.aroundaboutcars.com
|
| Backpacker Bus
Owner: Andre Soule
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
7 Bedford Mews
Bedford Rd,
Gardens
8001
Postal Address:
|
The Backpacker Bus is a
transport system for backpackers between Cape Town airport and the
youth hostels in the central Cape Town area. We do incoming and
outgoing transfers. Contact Andre Soule for further information. |
Tel:
+27-21-462 5888
Cell:
+27-(0)828099185
Fax:
+27-21-
Email:
bpackbus@mweb.co.za
Site:
|
| Baz Bus
Owner: Tourvest
and Barry Zeidel
Manager(s): Yael
Van der Heyden and Simon Lewis
Physical Address:
8 Rosedene Rd
Sea Point
Cape Town
8005
Postal Address:
|
The Baz Bus is THE a
Hop-on, Hop-off door to door service around South Africa, Swaziland and
Zimbabwe. Why use the Baz Bus ?? Quite simple really - flexibility,
convenience, safety, information and real enjoyment.
NB NO LONGER
GOING INTO ZIMBABWE
|
Tel:
+27-21-4392323
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4392343
Email:
info@bazbus.com
Site:
http://www.bazbus.com
|
Route 49
NB CLOSED NOW in 2000
Owner(s): Grant
Sykes & Stuart Nicoll
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
405 Buitenkloof Centre,
8 Kloof Street,
Cape Town,
8001
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 151,
St James,
7946
(updated 11/03/2000)
|
Route 49 runs a scheduled
bus service linking Cape Town, Gaborone, Bulawayo and Victoria
Falls.
Our door to door service departs Cape Town every Saturday afternoon
with pickups commencing at 5pm. We arrive in Bulawayo for 5pm on Sunday
afternoon. We overnight in Bulawayo before departing early Monday
morning for the Falls arriving at 11am same morning. Our return service
departs Victoria Falls every Monday afternoon at 2pm arriving later the
same evening in Bulawayo. We overnight in Bulawayo on the Monday
evening before
departing Tuesday morning for Cape Town. We arrive in Cape Town on
Wednesday morning for 9.30am.
Our trip price of R700 to Bulawayo and R750 to Victoria Falls includes
light refreshments and a continental breakfast. We do not include any
accommodation or meals in Bulawayo. An optional dinner is available to
our clients on a game farm on route to Cape Town.
Our air conditioned busses are Mercedes Benz Sprinters with reclining
seats and stereo. We welcome clients to bring their own music. We have
two drivers on board who rotate regularly which results in plenty of
breaks for our clients to stretch their legs. |
Tel:
+27-21-4265593
Cell:
+27-(0)823333985
Fax:
+27-21-4230411
Email:
zimcaper@mweb.co.za
EMAIL RETURNING
Site:
http://www.route49.co.za
NB SITE DOWN
|
| Back to the top |
| INFORMATION & TRAVEL GUIDES
- WESTERN CAPE |
| Coast To Coast
Owners: Christine
& Geoff
Editor: Christine
Physical Address:
114 Runciman Drive
Simon's Town
7975
Postal Address:
|
The handy funky travel
guide for the backpacker in South Africa |
Tel:
+27-21-7861742
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-7862081
Email:
info@coastingafrica.com
Site:
http://www.coastingafrica.com
|
Jungle Magazine - CLOSED
Owner: John Harmon
Editor : Deborah
Murray
Physical Address:
Suite 2,
227 Long Street,
Cape Town,
8001
Postal Address:
|
The hottest magazine in
up-to-date information, ranging from where to go, where to stay and
what to do - would you leave home without one? A FREE publication
circulating every 3 months
|
Tel:
+27-21-4239071
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4239078
Email:
jungle@mweb.co.za
Email
returning
Site:
|
| Just Backpacking Southern Africa
Owner : Mike
Gregory
Physical Address:
ONLY
OUT ON THE INTERNET UNFORTUNATELY -
YOUR FREE CYBER GUIDE TO BACKPACKING IN SOUTHERN AFRICA
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 1909,
Durbanville,
7551
(updated 10/03/2000)
|
Coming to
Southern Africa ??
Need information ?? on hostels, tours,
overland travel and other related backpacker activities / eco-ventures
or services in the Southern African region ??
ITS
AVAILABLE TO YOU ON THE INTERNET - ALL OVER THE WORLD, ANYTIME YOU
WANT
The most comprehensive resource is at your disposal, it's here
and free for all to use at:
http://www.backpacking.co.za
Go on!! Have a look, DOWNLOAD our huge comprehensive
hostels listing OR just have a look around the site, use
the links page contacts available to you, OR the BackChat
Bulletin board to leave messages for others and your
queries or send a cyber postcard home.
|
Tel:
+27-21-967658
Cell:
+27-(0)837967658
Fax:
+27-21-967658
Email:
mgregory@iafrica.com
Site:
http://www.backpacking.co.za
|
VIP Backpacker Resorts Southern
Africa
Owner : VIP
International
Contacts: Tammy Yeoman
Physical Address:
Postal Address:
(updated 12/05/2000)
|
VIP Backpacker
Resorts, is a network of independent hostels all around Southern
Africa, which offer fantastic budget accommodation. The 65 backpackers
are each independently owned, therefore each has its own unique quality
and style. For those of you who are travel junkies , you will be au
fait with the VIP networks in Australia , New Zealand, Europe and Fiji
.....well then we don't really have to say any more, you are convinced
already!
Your VIP membership card (if you don't have one already, you can
buy one from virtually any hostel in SA, just ask at reception) will
get you 5% discount on each nights accommodation at all the VIP
backpackers and lots of discounts off day tours and other places. Your
VIP membership card costs ZAR65 and really is a good option, not only
for travelling in SA, but in the other countries like, Europe, UK,
Aussie, Kiwi Land , even in Fiji....the card is valid for a year. For a
list of all the hostels in SA, look out for the green and yellow VIP
brochure, or go to the website
http://www.backpackers.com.au
You can expect to pay between ZAR 40 - 55 per person in a dormitory
room, and between ZAR 65 - 90 per person in a double or twin room. For
those of you who are looking for the "hassle free" option of traveling
to and around South Africa, VIP sells City Packs which include:
confirmed bookings in your city of arrival, bed and breakfast for two
nights, a voucher for a day tour of your choice, and you will be
collected at the airport....from there it really is easy travelling.
For info on these packages and bookings on line, check out the VIP
website
http://www.backpackers.com.au |
Tel:
+27-21-
Cell:
+27-(0)824116799
Fax:
+27-21-
Email:
info@vipbackpackers.co.za
Site:
LOCAL:
http://www.vipbackpackers.co.za
Australian
http://www.backpackers.com.au
|
| Back to the top |
| ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES - WESTERN
CAPE |
| Adventure Village
Owner: Trevor
Ball
Manager(s): Barry
Futter
Physical Address:
229 Long Street,
Cape Town
8000
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 16382
Vlaeberg
Cape Town
8018
(updated 14/03/2000)
|
Adventure Village
specialises in extreme outdoor activities and travel to remote
destinations in africa.
The staff have all got first hand experience of the various activities
and thorough travel knowledge of Southern Africa.
We also stock outdoor clothing and gear to equip you for your journey
through Africa.
So if it's high speed Adrenalin or an African escape you're after come
and visit us for some friendly, accurate information. |
Tel:
+27-21-4241580
Cell:
+27-(0)823354090
Fax:
+27-21-4241590
Email:
thrills@adventure-village.co.za
Site:
http://www.adventure-village.co.za
|
| Abseil Africa
Owner: Trevor
Ball
Manager(s):
Barbara Beech &
Etienne Pieterson
Physical Address:
229 Long Street,
Cape Town
8000
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 16382
Vlaeberg
Cape Town
8018
(updated 14/03/2000)
|
Abseiling off extreme
overhanging cliffs is a totally safe and exciting outdoor
adventure.
Experience the thrill of descending spectacular vertical rock faces,
drop off the edge into "freefall abseiling" and marvel at breathtaking
views.
Abseil down Table Mountain - 112m - into oblivion - the World's highest
commercial abseil or join us on a full day of hiking, kloofing (cliff
jumping) and "thunderfalls" a 65m waterfall abseil - Kamikaze Kanyon.
We recommend that you do both!
Our qualified abseiling guides show you what it's all about and give you
full instruction. All necessary gear is provided. No experience is
required.
Join us and experience "Dope on a rope". |
Tel:
+27-21-4241580
Cell:
+27-(0)834562937
Fax:
+27-21-4241590
Email:
abseil@iafrica.com
Site:
Abseil
Africa Site
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| Downhill Adventures
Owner: Axel Zander
Manager(s): Axel
Physical Address:
Shop 10 Overbeeck Building
Cnr Orange, Kloof and Long Streets,
Gardens,
Cape Town
Postal Address:
Shop 10 Overbeeck Building
Cnr Orange, Kloof and Long Streets,
Gardens,
Cape Town
8001
(updated
16/03/2000)
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Downhill
Adventures: A unique and progressive outdoor adventure company
epitomizing the extreme natural beauty of Cape Town, and facilitating
exciting interaction within it.
The company bases its adventures on non-traditional alternative modern
adventure, that is gaining popularity throughout the world:
Sandboarding, Surfing, Mountain biking and Snowboarding. According to
Downhill Adventures, as with any skill, they can be learned with
relative ease. The most important factors
are Enthusiasm, determination, and the ability to have fun
Sandboarding
is based on the same concept of Snowboarding,
but using boards with a base that is specifically designed for high
speeds on sand, giving one the rush of instant acceleration and grace
and maneuverability to glide down some of the best dunes available
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Tel:
+27-21-4220388
Cell:
+27-(0)824592422
Fax:
+27-21-4230127
Email:
downhill@mweb.co.za
Site:
Downhill
Adventure site
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| Kalahari Adventure Centre
Owner: Andrew Hockley
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 20
Augrabies
8874
Northern Cape
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Kalahari Adventure Centre
now brings you a real oasis in the desert.
Just 10 km from the Augrabies Falls National park and just on an hour
from Upington, we offer a friendly and informative stopover in the
desert. River rafting, abseiling and Kalahari safaris can all be
arranged. |
Tel:
+27-54 4510177
Cell:
+27-(0)825792541
Fax:
+27-54 4510218
Email:
kalahari@augrabies.co.za
Site:
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| TOURS & OVERLAND SAFARIS -
WESTERN CAPE |
| Bokbus
Owner:
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
Postal Address:
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Garden Route adventure
tours. We specialise in tours on the Garden Route, there is no better
way to see it |
Tel:
Cell:
+27-(0)823201979
Fax:
+27-21-6740248
Email:
info@bokbus.com
Site:
http://www.bokbus.com
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| Bundi
Owner: Paul Rode
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
162 Long Street,
Cape Town
Postal Address:
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We are the Cape to the
Falls overland specialists, leaving every second Wednesday.
We can also arrange scuba, river
rafting and any type of safari you may be interested in |
Tel:
+27-21-4265430
Cell:
Fax:
+27-21-4265356
Email:
bundi@mweb.co.za
Site:
http://www.bundi.co.za
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| Camp Wild
Owners: Garth and Brendan Jenman
Manager(s): Garth and Brendan Jenman & Catherine
Physical Address:
6 McKinley Rd
Kenilworth
Cape Town
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 26338
Hout Bay
7872
(updated 22/03/2000)
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Campwild Tours and Safaris specialises in
tours around Southern Africa – from camping safaris between Vic
Falls and Cape Town, Wilderness Adventures (bungi jumping, canyoning)
along the Garden Route to exploring lost towns and beaches of
Mozambique.
Campwild is for the young at heart wanting to experience the African
Wilderness and culture.
Groups are no larger than 10, with comfort and service being our prime
objectives.
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Tel:
+27-21-6837826
Cell:
+27-(0)823333284
Fax:
+27-21-6740248
Email:
campwild@safarisouth.co.za
Site:
http://www.safarisouth.co.za/
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| Daytrippers
Owners: Di &
Steve Thomas
Manager(s): Di
Thomas
Physical Address:
Travel Junction
156 Long Street
Cape Town
Postal Address:
8 Pine Way,
Pinelands
7405
(updated 21/03/2000)
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DAYTRIPPERS is an
alternative, yet professional touring company for the young and
young-at-heart. Their tours are a far cry from your average 40-seater
bus tour and their aim is to keep you OUT of the bus as much as
possible.
Steve & Di run a hands-on operation and interaction and
participation are key elements of all their tours, which also offer
excellent value for money.
They have regular departures
to * CAPE POINT * WINELANDS * KLOOFING * CEDARBERG * WHALES * TOWNSHIPS
and also specialise in MOUNTAIN BIKING, GARDEN ROUTE, STUDENT GROUPS
and CUSTOMISED CORPORATE EXCURSIONS.
Optional hiking & biking are featured on many of their
regular tours and sumptuous picnic lunches are included on all full day
tours.
DAYTRIPPERS have been in operation for 8 years and use only
professional, knowledgeable guides, ensuring a fun, yet informed
experience. |
Tel:
+27-21-5313274
Cell:
+27-(0)828079522
Fax:
+27-21-5313274
Email:
trippers@iafrica.com
Site:
http://www.daytrippers.co.za
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| Epic Expeditions
Owner:
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
62 Strand Street,
Cape Town
Postal Address:
|
Established in 1992, Epic
specialises in the group overland adventure tours conducted in suitably
designed overland vehicles. Tours are scheduled all year round and
depart twice monthly. |
Tel:
+27-21-4191721
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-21-4191703
Email:
expepic@iafrica.com
Site:
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| Ferdinand's Tours
Owner: Ferdinand
Rabie
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
Upstairs Offices
227 Long Street,
Cape Town,
8001
Postal Address:
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NO 1 FOR FUN For a
fun experience!! Wine lands , Cape Point, Whale watching day tours. 3
day Cedarburg hike, South Coast Explorer. Your trip is not complete
until we meet. |
Tel:
+27-21-4248338
Cell:
+27-(0)834620425
Fax:
+27-21-4248338
Email:
ferdinand_rabie@hotmail.com
or ferdinand@telkomsa.net
Site:
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Gibela
Owner: Elmar
Neethling
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 47736,
Greyville,
Durban,
4023
|
Running free in the land of
the Zulu. riding through the secret valley of heaven. Get down and feel
the beat of Africa. Gibela - hop on. |
Tel:
+27-31-2097005
Cell:
+27-(0)
Fax:
+27-31-2097005
Email:
info@gibela.co.za
Site:
http://www.gibela.co.za
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| Green Turtle Tours and Safaris
Owner:
Manager(s):
Craig Hepburn & David
Physical Address:
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 2000,
Cape Town,
8000
|
Walk the townships, see the
peninsula wild life, go on your own tour or safari, whatever you want ! |
Tel:
+27-21-7907670
Cell:
+27-(0)828827884 Craig
+27-(0)828850271 David
Fax:
+27-21-7907671
Email:
grturtle@mweb.co.za
Site:
http://www.greenturtle.com
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| Out of Africa Safaris
Owner: Stefan
Kohrs
Manager(s):Carsten
Becker
Physical Address:
4 Elm Court;
2 Kloofnek Street,
Tamboerskloof ,
Cape Town
Postal Address:
P. O. Box 1293
Milnerton
Cape Town
7435
South Africa
(updated 12/03/2000)
|
Specialists in Eco-Tours in
Southern Africa Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and South Africa
Out of Africa Safaris is a reputable, established safari company
organising eco-orientated tours in Southern Africa for the past 10
years. The company operates from Cape Town in South Africa.
Out of Africa Safaris is offering a wide range of different tours from
the 5 days 'orange river rafting adventure' to the 3 week long classic
'Namibia, Okavango Delta, Vicfalls' adventure safari.
Our focus is on:
* Small groups ensuring personal attention
* Experienced, highly competent guides, mostly Nature Conservationist
* high quality food and equipment
* comfortable and reliable vehicles
* thoroughly planned routes to chosen highlights
* great value for money |
Tel:
+27-21-4244550 (NEW number)
Cell:
+27-(0)829353351
Fax:
+27-21-5519859
Email:
info@outofafricasafaris.co.za
Site:
http://www.outofafricasafaris.de/
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| Umkulu
Owner:
Manager(s):
Physical Address:
Postal Address:
|
Umkulu Overland &
Safari Adventures offers real African adventures at real African
prices. Specialists in Southern Africa visiting Namibia, Botswana,
Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya |
Tel:
+27-21-8537952
Cell:
+27-(0)825753844
Fax:
+27-21-8537952
Email:
umkulu@kingsley.co.za
Site:
http://www.umkulu.co.za/
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