Protea Ridge
About
Accommodation
Accommodation includes en-suite self-catering cottages with ocean views, rondawels and bungalows offering single and double rooms with shared facilities, and a dormitory. The Main House provides communal dining with daily home-made bread from a wood-fired oven.
Facilities
Verandahs, campfires, gardens with rock pools and sculptures, wood-fired oven for daily bread, river access for dipping, hot showers, and solar lights. Children's entertainment lounge with DVD collection, pool table and board games.
Location & Surroundings
On South Africa's Transkei Wild Coast near Pondoland, ~40 km from Lusikisiki. Just over 1 km from Msikaba Vulture Colony. Nearby: Msikaba Beach, Mkambathi Nature Reserve across the river, Mtentu River ~10 km north, and historic Sao Bento Monument.
Rooms
Khayelitsha Cottage
Self-catering cottages with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and KwaNdengane village. The cottages share a common verandah; each has its own garden and braai area plus dedicated parking. Each cotta
Visitors Rondavel
Large, comfortable hut with ample space, double bed, and shared outdoor bathroom facilities.
Dormitory Rondavel
Large shared dormitory rondawel with single or bunk beds. Accommodates up to 10 people and has shared outside bathroom, showers and toilets.
The Fish Tank
Double bed with shared outside bathroom, showers and toilet.
Wild Camping Site
Basic wild camping sites built into the rocks below the main house. These provide tap with clean drinking water harvested from rooftops, flush toilet, basin, and stunning panoramic views. Cold shower
Location
Address
Ndengane village, Msikaba River mouth, Pondoland, South Africa
Directions
One-way-in destination reached via approximately 40 km from Lusikisiki on the R61 and gravel road. Nearest airports are 3-5 hours' drive, with shuttle or small airstrips (Mkweni 5 km, Mount Thesiger ~90 km) available by arrangement.
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