About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Winterdodgers Backpackers and Campground in Sodwana Bay offers a sun terrace, garden, open-air bath, restaurant, and bar. Private check-in and check-out services ensure a smooth arrival and departure. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea with African, British, American, and international cuisines. Breakfast includes continental, American, buffet, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy an outdoor fireplace, games room, and barbecue facilities. Additional amenities include a coffee shop, outdoor seating area, picnic area, and bicycle parking. Local Attractions: Lake Sibaya is 9.9 mi away, and Sodwana Bay National Park lies 14 mi from the property. Walking tours, hiking, and diving are available for exploration.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Fran
Argentina Argentina
the place, the people, was really good, i wished i stayed longer
Brittany
Canada Canada
The place was amazing, well designed, so aesthetic
Vinicius
Brazil Brazil
Definitely an awesome experience to be in the remote wilderness at Winterdodgers. Great hosts, great accomodations, great food... amazing views into the green areas around it and always a nice sunrise and sunset to watch. Really a place to...
Labuschagne
South Africa South Africa
Isolated in beautiful tropical bushveld and close to Lake Sibaya.
Rodrigo
Brazil Brazil
Peter and Cam were great hosts, had a lovely evening with them and the volunteers who were staying there. Peter is very knowledegeable on S.Africa and neighboring countries themselves , so I got the chance to get some valuable advice for my trip....
Aziza
South Africa South Africa
What an amazing stay. I love the setup and where it is located. The hosts are super friendly and have volumes of recommendations for the area. We will certainly be back!
Robin
Netherlands Netherlands
We booked here just completly random an hour before we checked in, but it turned out to be one of the best decisions of our trip. The hospitality was amazing, aswell as the location. There is also a perfect beach nearby, that the host will tell...
Stuart
South Africa South Africa
It's a fantastic base from which to explore a magnificent area. Both staff and guests were friendly and welcoming. Most activities are out doors based but there are at least 3 communal areas to hangout if the weather turns.
Mark
South Africa South Africa
Reminded us of our worldly youth travels. The teen couple enjoyed it too. Bargain for a cheap getaway. The hosts are great. Away from hustle and bustle of city and society. Enjoyed the thrill of skidding on the dirt road in our low profile...
Carla
South Africa South Africa
I enjoyed the unique experience. Using an outdoor bathroom was fun. Hardly any cellphone reception allowed our family to connect on a deeper level. It is a mind reset experience. Go with no expectations and an open mind, and you will come back a...

Host Info

9.6
Host Review Score
Thank you for looking at our special place in the middle of nowhere ! Please not that our place is remote and sometimes difficult to reach, , but worth it once you find it. We do recommend a 4x4 vehicle for this area and its important that you contact us before arrival for the best directions to get here as the road conditions are always changing. The remoteness of the place requires that you stock up with food and drinks before arrival as shops in the area are not well stocked or far away. Our property borders the Isimagaliso Wetlands Park, an UNESCO world heritage site for its natural beauty and biodiversity, Please note that wildlife do roam free in the area. Our camp is basic but comfortable, guest are free to do and go as they please. The main camp and backpackers have a relaxed atmosphere and is a popular get-We are a community of campers and overlanders with a passion for wildife and exploring wilderness areas. together place for international over-landers, backpackers ,campers and appeals mostly to the younger crowd. Save travels!
We are a community of travelers, with a passion for wildlife and exploring the wilderness areas of Africa ! We enjoy showing our guest around this unique area and often go for safaris, beach trips or long hikes in the forest or around the lake. Guest are always welcome to join.
There are loads to see and do in the area. Our camp is surrounded by wilderness and a short dive or walk to breath taking remote beaches, tropical forest and close to Lake Sibaya, South Africa's biggest fresh water lake filled with hippo's, crocodile and over 400 recorded bird species'. There are some great wildife parks in the area and many safari options.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • American • British • Pizza • Steakhouse • Tex-Mex • Australian • German • Local • International • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Winterdodgers Backpackers and Campsite

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Winterdodgers Backpackers and Campsite takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Winterdodgers Backpackers and Campsite of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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