Maseru Backpackers & Conference Centre
Lesotho
Linked to a British Anglican NGO and run by locals, this hostel has sparse, clean four- to eight-bed dorms and four-bed dorms and private rooms in a six…
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Pakachere Backpackers & Creative Centre
Malawi
This locally run hostel is nicely decorated, and has craftwork for sale and a bar-restaurant opening onto a garden with thatched seating areas. The…
Lilongwe
From the outside, these 10 brick chalets – on a 26-hectare plot next to Lilongwe Wildlife Centre – look unimpressive, but they're well appointed and have…
Blyde River Canyon
This rambling resort has a wide choice of accommodation. The solid brick chalets on the canyon's edge are well set up, with TV, kitchenette, shower and…
Lilongwe
You can almost sense the ghosts of presidents and dignitaries who've walked along the Capital's swank corridors. Set in lush gardens, the 170 rooms offer…
Eastern Cape
Get way off the grid at this unique and inspiring mountainside farm retreat situated at 1350m. The DIY aesthetic and philosophy of the owner (bareback…
Limpopo
If you don’t mind roughing it a little, this unique property offers accommodation in climbers’ huts beneath rocky escarpments. The glass-walled huts have…
Zambia
Just outside the park in the GMA, Chibila offers three basic, bargain-priced rooms that overlook Lake Itezhi-tezhi. Rooms come with attached bathroom, and…
Zambia
A large, leafy property with an informal vibe, Mvuu is built on the edge of the tree-lined riverbank. Comfortable elevated safari tents with balconies are…
Zambia
Owned and operated by a South African/Zimbabwean family, this long-running operation is in a leafy compound around 4km out of Chipata along the road to…
Mozambique
Anglers, or anyone wanting an escape to nature, will love this rustic fishing camp perched on a hill overlooking Lake Cahora Bassa. Choose between camping…
Johannesburg
There are 12 loft-style rooms, each one designed by a different artist and inspired by a particular era in the city’s history, at this art-themed hotel in…
Zambia
This long-running lodge owned by a Zimbabwean family is set on large, leafy grounds 12km northeast of Chirundu. There's a well-equipped camping ground …
Okavango Delta
This well-priced collection of lovely chalets flanks a simply gorgeous (and enormous) thatched dining and bar area that overlooks a long floodplain where…
Sunshine Coast
A cool spot for budget-conscious travellers, this no-frills venture has a prime beachfront location despite being 500m south of the centre. It has a wide…
Victoria Falls (town)
These wonderful two-bedroom cottages are right in the national park spread on the Zambezi river. You'll need to bring your own food, but all come with…
Mozambique
Pink Papaya is one of the few genuine backpacker hostels in central Mozambique and an excellent orientation point if you've just arrived from Zimbabwe…
Malawi
This Austrian-owned lodge's name is Chichewa for crocodile – exactly what you might see sunbathing on the sandbanks and rocks below the pool and …
Lusaka
A good out-of-town option – especially for groups and families – around 7.5km east of the city centre, Kilimanjaro consists of several well-kept, low…
Malawi
At the far northern end of Cape Maclear Beach, this lodge sits in an idyllic spot on a beautiful and very clean, broad stretch of private beach, strewn…
Kruger National Park
This modern brick-built camp, 12km from Malelane Gate, lacks the old-school bush feel but its location in the Malelane Mountains' shadow makes up for it,…
Namibia
In the beautiful Tirasberge, the private Namtib Biosphere Reserve is run by ecologically conscious owners who’ve created a self-sustaining farm in a…
Chobe National Park
This series of luxury tents looks out over floodplains and river tracks (that's Namibia's Mudumu National Park across the water) thick with wild dogs,…
Northern Cape
Occupying a series of beautifully restored townhouses, Hantam is the perfect place to soak up Calvinia’s country quiet and old-world charm. Die Dorphuis,…
Durban
After opening a hit backpackers in Johannesburg, Curiocity turned its sights on Durban. Accommodation here is in a perfectly charming colonial building…
Malawi
Formerly the Grand Beach Hotel, this spearmint-white pile (built back in the 1920s and once a favourite haunt for fancy colonial balls), with its columned…
Kruger National Park
Although more town than camp, Kruger's largest camp is unobtrusive and has a great location on the Sabie River. There’s an extensive range of…
Malawi
With whitewashed rooms featuring polished stone floors, step-in mozzie nets and blue curtains opening onto balconies overlooking the bay, this dive school…
Pemba
In business since 1998, Russel's Place is Pemba's nominal backpackers, located on the eastern extension of Wimbi Beach (called Nanhimbe) about 3.5km…
Zambia
This fantastic campsite offers a user-friendly spot to pitch a tent. Each pitch has cooking areas and bird-proof cupboards to protect supplies. The large,…
Malawi
This comfortable hotel has a small African-style lounge with mountain views, a tempting swimming pool and a food court. The 73 rooms are decent, with DSTV…
KwaZulu-Natal
Dundee is not known for its wildlife viewing, but Ingundlane is an excellent private reserve that features a superb lodge with upmarket accommodation. Its…
Malawi
Sometimes known as Nick's Place, Wakwenda, smack bang on a postcard-perfect beach, is utter chill-out material. The bar occupies an outcrop of rocks by…
Cape Town
Set in expansive gardens, this handsome Cape Dutch Revival homestead dating from 1908 was designed by Sir Herbert Baker. The rooms and suites are spacious…
Zambia
One of several places catering to independent travellers along this stretch of the river, Croc Valley offers great options. In a sprawling compound set…
Lusaka
The grassy campsite here, shaded by big trees, is popular with overlanding groups. The security is good, while the swimming pool and bar (which sells…
Cape Town
A stay at this boutique hotel-cum-art installation is anything but boring. Thirteen artists were given free rein to design the boudoirs of their dreams;…
Cape Town
A glitzy makeover has transformed this historic estate into a bling-tastic property with 19 suites offering features such as 'his and her' bathrooms…
Malawi
Another spotless addition to the Sunbird portfolio, Mount Soche boasts spick-and-span, international-style rooms – somewhat on the small side – in the…
Northern Mozambique
One of Ibo's stalwarts, Miwiri reflects the island's magical atmosphere. Its lush walled garden is a popular place for people to hang for drinks, food,…
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