Our Backpackers is situated high on the banks of the Bushman’s River, a birder’s paradise with a wide variety of species spotted daily including the lovely Loerie: for sale

Our Backpackers is situated high on the banks of the Bushman’s River, a birder’s paradise with a wide variety of species spotted daily including the lovely Loerie. Explore the secret pathways through the lush indigenous bush garden & down to the river or laze at the pool and enjoy the cries of the Fish Eagles. Table Tennis; pool; darts – a big screen TV and Wi-Fi lounge. The Goat Shed Bush Bistro offers breakfast, lunch and dinner and a Sunday Lunch a la carte menu too!

Self-catering accommodation options:

Couple& family size self-catering cottages’ with secluded boma baths. Enjoy a warm, candlelit soak under the stars OR bird watch from the bath tub.

Self-catering backpacker accommodation ranges from garden cottage & family rooms with en suite bathroom and use of communal kitchen and other facilities as well as cosy 8-bed dorm rooms.

Our bush bistro, The Goat Shed, is a firm favourite with both locals and guests and rumoured to have the best pizzas, steaks & calamari on offer in the area.

Offers superb team building & strategic planning getaways – with a host of fun options to choose from.

LOCATION:

Turn right from Our Gate for a 2-3 km drive to a choice of beaches and river experiences. Turn left at Our Gate for a short drive up the road for a game spotting experience at no charge. Ideal for littlies too. Ask at reception about all the activities on offer that we can arrange for you - fishing, canoeing, beach horse rides; game viewing; sandboarding; birding tours and more.

Where: Kenton-on-Sea beaches

Brief: Explore Kenton-on-Sea’s pristine beaches at low tide. Take a leisurely walk from the Kariega Blue Flag beach, where the river meets the sea, to Middle Beach, with its abundant rocky shore marine life, on to the Carriage Rock landmark and finally to Shelley Beach, ‘little Greece’ near the Bushman’s River. Pause awhile to enjoy your picnic and gaze at the magnificent 360° vista and capture precious memories.
Who: No age restrictions, easy walking for the whole family.
What to bring: Sun hat, beach friendly gear, water.
Optional extra’s: Packed picnic lunch from The Goat Shed; Guide/s - marine and/or birding; Transport (basic) to Kariega Beach and collection at Bus.
Cost: Varies according to package opted for, (R50pp for basic option).

Duration: 2-3 hours.

Kayak up the Bushman’s River

Where: Woodlands Cottages & Backpackers on the banks of the Bushman’s river, Kenton-on-sea.
Brief: Enjoy a leisurely paddle up the magnificent Bushman’s river, take a packed picnic lunch from The Goat Shed with you or enjoy a sit-down lunch at the restaurant upon your return.
Who: No age restrictions, family-friendly.
Min/Max: 1-20.
What to bring: Sun hat, water.
Cost & Duration: R300pp, 2 hours.

Cultural tour on MTB

Where: Ekuphumleni, Kenton-on-sea.
Brief: Cycle from Woodlands Cottages & Backpackers to Ekuphumleni, Kenton-on-sea and take in the culture, crafts, shebeens – meet the locals, dance and enjoy a meal.
Who: Fit adults.
Min: 1.
Max: 10.
What to bring: Bike friendly gear, water.
Cost & Duration: 4 hours from R250.

Game drive & overnight

Where: Our Cottages & Backpackers, Kenton-on-sea.
Brief: Come spend the night at Woodlands Cottages & Backpackers on the banks of the Bushman’s river, Kenton-on-sea and enjoy a game drive while you’re here.
Who: No age restrictions, family-friendly.
Min: 4.
Max: 8.
What to bring: Sun hat, water.
Cost & Duration: from R675pp, overnight.
Options: Game Drive only.

Bathurst Tour

Where: Kenton-on-Sea to Bathurst.
Brief: Depart from our Cottages & Backpackers, Kenton-on-Sea to the quaint village of Bathurst. Take a leisurely stroll through this historic village and explore the arts & crafts, pubs and eateries while absorbing some local history.
Who: No age restrictions, easy walking for the whole family.
Max: 20.
What to bring: Sun hat, walking shoes, water.
Options: – basic option (transport only); guided; booked lunches; & historical tours – Agricultural museum & Old Mill; Picnic lunch at Water’s Meeting.
Cost: Varies according to option chosen.

Where: Kenton-on-Sea.

Brief: Explore Kenton-on-Sea on MTB - cycle to Kenton-on-Sea from our Cottages and Backpackers to the Kariega River slipway then on to the Blue Flag beach look-out, head off to Middle Beach and onward to Bushman's mouth. .Take along a picnic lunch supplied by The Goat Shed on route.
Who: Fit adults
Min: 1.
Max: 10.
What to bring: Bike friendly gear, water.
Cost & Duration: R600pp for a half-day & R900pp for a full day.
Options: Plenty routes available.