About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Winterdodgers Backpackers and Campsite 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 16 km away, and Sodwana Bay National Park lies 22 km from the property. Walking tours, hiking, and diving are available for exploration.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
Aziza
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“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“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“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“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...”
Augustin
Thailand“Peter was exceptional and even gave us advice for our trip! We were treated like king, and everything was done to make us feel at home. You can go there with your eyes closed!”
Hannie
South Africa“Most Amazing place ever!!! Take you Back to your roots!!! Extremely calm an peacefull!!!!”
Anneke
South Africa“The food was excellent and the the atmosphere amazing.
If you are looking for quite space without noise or network then this is the place.
There is a library with books of animals and many many more.”
Anonymous
South Africa“we ended up staying 4 nights instead of 1, because of the beautiful scenery and a exceptional experience. we were blown away by the friendly and very knowledgeable owner Pieter. everything was brilliant”
Vinicius
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...”
Host Information
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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.
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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
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • American • British • Pizza • Steakhouse • Tex-Mex • Australian • German • Local • International • European • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Winterdodgers Backpackers and Campsite takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Winterdodgers Backpackers and Campsite in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
