Coffee Shack Backpackers Lodge

You’ll find us on the Wild Coast, idyllically located on the beach, in Coffee Bay with the high tide lapping at our garden gate.

Accommodation
Camping R70 per person per night
Dorms R120 per person per night
Private R300 per room per night
Ensuite R360 per room per night
Additional people in the private rooms will be charged at R100 per person

Meals
There are 2 self-catering kitchens for those who need them, otherwise Coffee Shack provides 3 meals a day. Breakfast menu includes a choice of cooked or cold selections. Light lunches of toasted sandwiches and salads are available and a two-course evening meal (R45). Every Friday, a different local village in the area host our guests for a traditional Xhosa evening which includes dinner, singing dancing, traditional “mqombothi” beer and a chance to chat with the locals. Sunday nights there is a free potjie (Traditional South African Stew) for all guests.

The “Babalaza Bar”
Is a fully licensed bar, that rocks in the evenings with its free pool table. If you prefer you can enjoy the chilled-out atmosphere around the fire-pit. Ocean permitting free oysters and mussels are served on the bar before dinner. Most evenings a local choir will sing, or a group of dancers will perform traditional Tshezi (the local Xhosa tribe) dances. Tuesday nights is “party nite”; everyone dresses up for the “theme night” with lots of free punch flowing for all and sundry. Full moon parties overlooking the ocean are not to be missed.

Trips and Outings
Every evening, (weather permitting) we go to one of the many magnificent “sundowner spots” in the area to celebrate the end of another day and to enjoy a cold beer. Every day, we run a different “adventure” showing off the multitude of spectacular locations in the region. The day trips are all very well priced, include lunch and never leave early... 10H30! If it rains we have a variety of different activities to keep you occupied.

Mpuzi Cliffs & caves – R60
This short hike follows a steep goat path down to the awesome caves and other natural “jewels” on this wild, untouched stretch of coast. Some fun swimming and “cliff jumps” are available for the willing!

Surf Lessons and trips – R40(equipment included)
A variety of different combinations of “beach & surf” days are on offer, at either Coffee Bay or Umdumbi beach. Take some lessons from a qualified surf instructor.

Hike to “Hole in the Wall” – R60
Let us introduce you to some of the most uniquely beautiful coastline in the world, and give you a brief introduction into the traditional lifestyle of the Xhosa people. At “Hole in the Wall” you can take in the magnificent setting while enjoying lunch under the milk wood trees.

Cultural Explorer – R80
Let our local guide take you for a gentle walk though their home “lallie” (village), find out “how many cows your girlfriend is worth?” Buy a hangover cure from the herbalist, grind your own maize with an ancient grindstone, and share a beer with the locals at their “local”!

Easi Falls adventure– R100 (summer months only)
This full day hike will be one of those days that you never forget. Adventure through some of the most remote and untouched countryside in the Transkei, ultimately swimming the last 60m until you arrive at the hidden waterfalls. Only during summer.

Drum making workshops
A local drum maker will assist you make your own drum, from scratch, (3-5 days)

If none of the above activities tickles your fancy, relax in our garden over looking the beach or catch a little sunshine on one of the many beautiful beaches in the area.

Other facilities
Coffee Shack runs a daily shuttle to Mthatha to meet the Baz Bus and other mainline buses. We have a good internet connection, safe parking and a laundry service. Coffee Shack is committed to the improvement and uplifting of the greater community, through education, training, scholarships, support of local producers and suppliers and providing the community an opportunity to benefit from tourism.

But at the end of the day, we offer lots of fun and more happiness than you could ever imagine. See you soon!

PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
on the beach; Coffee Bay, Wild Coast
 
POSTAL ADDRESS:
PO Box 687, Mqanduli, 5080
 
WEBSITE ADDRESS:
http://www.coffeeshack.co.za

WE ARE LISTED UNDER:

• Accommodation: Youth Hostel / Backpacker Lodge
• Other Services: Internet Cafe
• Restaurants: South African
• Sport Venues, Clubs, Facilities, Trails: Body Boarding, Hiking, Surfing
• Tourist Guides: Adventure Guides
• Travel Services: Booking Service