Holiday Stays

Elundini Backpackers

Rugsak Hogsback · Eastern Cape

Oor

Eco-friendly community backpackers in remote Elundini, Eastern Cape, approximately 30 minutes from Hogsback, offering authentic off-the-beaten-path accommodation focused on sustainable living and cultural connection with the local Xhosa community.

Akkommodasie

Traditional rondavels with cow dung walls and thatched roofs provide year-round comfort. Accommodation includes dormitory and private rondavels (double, triple, 4-sleeper) with solar/paraffin lighting. Hot water supplied via solar geysers. Central charging point available. Self-catering kitchen provided.

Fasiliteite

Cozy communal spaces and great views. Self-catering kitchen available. Locally-prepared meals can be arranged (breakfast and dinner approximately R150/person; confirm by 4pm arrival day). Rainwater and borehole water supplied. Composting toilets. Central charging point in main house. No WiFi except emergencies.

Ligging & Omgewing

In the Lushington area near Elundini village, Eastern Cape, approximately 30 minutes from Hogsback, 13km from Seymour, and 55km from Alice/Fort Hare. The Amathole Mountains are nearby. Activities include village tours, Xhosa bread-making, language lessons, hiking, and cultural experiences.

Huisreëls

Troeteldiere: Toegelaat

Kamers

Camping

Camping per person. Rates increase in September.

Vanaf
R100

Dormitory Rondavel

Dormitory accommodation in a traditional rondavel. Price per person. No in-room electricity; solar and paraffin lighting provided. Central charging point available in the main building. Rates increase

Vanaf
R250

Double Rondavel

Smaller double rondavel. Traditional rondavel construction. No electricity in rondavels; solar or paraffin lights provided. Central charging point in the main building. Warm in winter, cool in summer.

Vanaf
R600

Multi-sleeper Rondavel

Rondavel configurable as double, triple or 4-sleeper. Traditional rondavel construction. No electricity in rondavels; solar or paraffin lights provided. Central charging point in the main building. Wa

Double Rondavel (Small)

Smaller double rondavel. Traditional rondavel with cow dung walls and thatched roof, designed for year-round comfort — warm in winter and cool in summer. No in-room electricity; solar and paraffin lig

Vanaf
R600

Double/Triple/4-Sleeper Rondavel

Flexible rondavel accommodating 2 to 4 guests. Priced at R600 for double occupancy, R850 for triple occupancy, and R1100 for 4-sleeper occupancy. Traditional rondavel with cow dung walls and thatched

Vanaf
R600

Ligging

Adres

Lushington, Hogsback, Eastern Cape

Kry Aanwysings → Hogsback Gids →

Aanwysings

Take City to City bus to Alice, then taxi to Elundini departing around lunch time or 5pm. Free pickup available from Alice if needed. Approximately 55km from Alice/Fort Hare area; 13km from Seymour on dirt road. Also accessible via Hogsback. The property encourages travel via local minibuses to expe

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Kenmerke

Off-grid Thatched Roofs Community-based Traditional Rondavels Cow Dung Walls Cane Ceilings Natural Stone Floors Eco-brick Production From Recycled Soft Plastics Future Vision Volunteer Program (est. 2014)

Aktiwiteite

Guided Village Tours Volunteering 3-day Natural Building Workshop Xhosa Language Lessons Xhosa Bread-making (2-3 Hours With Local Guide) Xhosa Cultural Day Tour (tuesdays Only, 10am Start) Sunset Viewpoint Stroll Waterfall Hikes With Natural Swimming 4-6 Hour Climb To Hogsback With Local Guide Vuyani Monthly 2-day Hikes (first Weekend Of Each Month, Departing From Hogsback) Stargazing Night Walks Amathole Mountains Hiking

Geriewe

Self-catering Kitchen Solar Geysers Rainwater Harvesting Composting Toilets Central Charging Point Community Garden Greywater Treatment

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