Activities List:
Relaxing, Swimming, Surfing, Hiking, Canoeing, Bird Watching, Whale and Dolphin Watching, 4x4 Trails, Waterfall Outings, Mountain Biking, Horse Riding, Star Gazing, Village and Sangoma Visits, Watching the Sunrise and Sunset...etc. etc. To much to list here!

Also see our Attractions page.
• Relax - "Khululeka":
  Sink into the "Transkei Chill". Just relax and let the world go by - it's called Pondo Fever and most people get it. After all"Khululeka" in isiXhosa means: Relax, Free and Comfortable.
  
  
• Watch the Sunrise and Sunset:
  Witness the awesome sunrise and sunset from the "stoep" / verandah or just about anywhere on the premises. [click here for some amazing sunrise pics]
  
  
• Star Gazing:
  With no electric lights to interfere, star gazing is an easy way to pass laid back evenings. Sit around a log fire in front of the dinning hall and see the constellations as clear as you would in a planetarium!
  
  
• Swimming and Surfing:
  Our lagoon is clean, our beaches are wide, unspoilt and great for swimming (and surfing). In season we have lifesavers from Port St Johns on our main beach. Out of season it is all yours - Pure Paradise!
  The distance to the beach is about 2,5km. Drive or walk down to the river +- 1km.
  Take the canoes / rowboat to the beach or cross
  the river and walk the remaining section. The walk is highly recommended for the surrounding natural beauty. It takes 15 to 45 minutes depending on your mode of transport.
  
  
• Guided Hikes:
  A number of hikes ranging from easy strolls before dinner to strenuous expeditions. The hikes take you through tropical forests, mangrove swamps, river valleys, traditional Pondo villages, tribal farmlands and along the aptly named Wild Coast.
  
  
• Canoeing:
  We have two seater (double) Indian Style Canoes available for hire. Canoeing to the beach is our preferred water transport. Exploring the mangrove swamps with these are also quite an eco-adventure. The river is navigable by canoe for over 6km.
  
  
• River and Sea Fishing:
  The distance to the unspoilt Ntafufu River Estuary is about 1km. Drive or walk down through beautiful unspoilt tropical forest. The estuary is excellent for fishing, canoeing, birdwatching etc. You might see a mullet jump right into your boat!
  
  
• 4x4 Trails & Waterfall Day Tours:
  Day tours to the spectacular Waterfall Bluff, Magwa and Frasier waterfalls and Magwa Tea Plantation - these have to be seen to be believed.
  
  
• Mountain Biking:
  Bring your bike and be adventurous. Explore the wilderness on challenging Pondo trails.
  
  
• Horse Riding:
  Soak up the beauty and tranquillity of Pondoland on horseback. Subject to availability.Bookings essential.
  
  
• Bird Watching:
  The diversity of habitats make this a birdwatcher's paradise, especially from the Ntafufu River. The area is home to over 250 species. Some rare and endangered species are common here such as:
       - Narina Trogon
       - Cape Parrot
       - African Fish Eagle
       - Mangrove Kingfisher
  
  
• Dolphin/Whale Watching:
  Although these mammals can be seen all year round, they are best seen during the Annual Sardine Run in the winter months of June and July.Thousands of Common Porpoise and Bottle Nose Dolphins; rare sightings of Heavyside dolphin and Risso's dolphin during the Sardine Run. Sperm Whales, Humpbacked Whales and Southern Right Whales are fairly common and are often seen breaching and tale slapping. Sometimes we also see the Orca (Killer Whale).
  
  
• Village and Sangoma Visits:
  For people wanting to really get in touch with tribal Transkei, arrangements can be made to spend a night with a local family or to see a local Sangoma. The people in Pondoland are exceptionally friendly, especially if you make the effort to learn a bit of their language.
  
  
• Braai (Barbecue) :
  And of course we have a fully equipped spacious thatched braai (barbecue) area - also with the awesome view of the valley, sea and estuary. Fire wood available for sale.
  
  
• Dancing and Singing:
  We will happily arrange an unforgettable evening especially for you featuring local Pondo song and dance acts.
  
  
• Visit Port St. Johns:
  Port St Johns is +- 24 km (45min) from us.
  Go to town for:
     - Super Markets, Shops, Banks, ATM's, Post Office,
        Local Style Trading, Restaurants and Pubs.
     - Golf Course.
     - Fantastic swimming beaches.
  
  
  Please visit our attractions and links pages for more info.

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