• Relaxation:
  Our peaceful and unspoiled setting makes this an ideal relaxation retreat. Put your feet up and unwind, relax and let the world go by - it's called Pondo Fever and most people get it. After all "Khululeka" in Xhosa means: Relax, Free and Comfortable.
  
  
• Languages Spoken:
  At Khululeka we speak English, German, Afrikaans and Xhosa.
  
  
• Awesome Views with Sunrise and Sunset:
  Enjoy our most awesome of views. Witness the spectacular sunrise and sunset from the "stoep" / verandah.
  [click here for some amazing sunrise pics]
  
  
• Beach and Lagoon:
  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. Our lagoon and beaches are wide, unspoilt and great for swimming (also for surfing). In season we have lifesavers from Port St Johns on our main beach. Out of season it is all yours  - Pure Paradise!
  
  
• Wild Coast (former Transkei Homeland):
  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.
  
  
• Ntafufu Estuary and Lagoon
  "The Ntafufu Lagoon with its mangroves must be one of the most picturesque spots along the Wild Coast."[Drifters Africa Adventure Tours '07]. The river estuary hosts the second largest mangrove swamp on the Wild Coast. Learn more on www.ntafufu.co.za.
  
  
• Waterfalls:
  Day tours to the spectacular Waterfall Bluff, Magwa and Frasier waterfalls and Magwa Tea Plantation - these have to be seen to be believed.
  
  
• Isinuka sulphur springs:
  The sacred and infamous Isinuka sulphur springs are +- 24 km (30min) from us.
  
  
• Birdlife:
  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
  
  
• Flora&Fauna:
  Khululeka Retreat is set in the Mtambalala
  Indigenous State Forest and Pondoland Marine
  Park. This Wild Coast area is internationally labeled
  as the Pondoland Centre of Plant Endemism. These Pondoland forests have a unique biological composition with more than 1,400 plant species.
  
  
• Wildlife:
  A wide variety of animals can be found in
  Pondoland, from leopards to endemic butterflies.
  Some creatures around Khululeka Retreat include:
       - Tree Hyrax (Tree Dassie)
       - Vervet Monkey
       - Common Duiker
       - Small Spotted Genet
  
  
• Sounds of the Wild:
  Weird noises that you might hear at night is the piercing screams made by the Tree Hyrax (Tree Dassie) a harmless small cute furry animal that lives in trees. Accompanying them is the chirping nocturnal song of the Tree Frog.
  By day the loud wails, braying and squealing of the Trumpeter Hornbills is heard as they feast and hangout in our fruit trees.
  The "water being poured from a bottle" sound is the mellow call of the Rain Bird to announce the coming rain.
  
  
• Annual Sardine Run:
  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).
  
  
• Pondo/Xhosa Culture:
  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.
  
  
• Arts and Crafts:
  Visit the local Arts and Crafts workshop and collect your souvenir...
  
  
• Photography:
  Whether you are an amateur or professional photographer there is no doubt that you will love our setting. See our Photo Gallery... Final year photography students also find Khululeka to be a perfect setting for their annual practical excursions.
  
  
• Live Pondo Music and Dance:
  We will happily arrange an unforgettable evening (especially for you) featuring local Pondo song and dance acts.
  
  
• Port St. Johns:
  Port St. Johns is the only real African coastal town in South Africa and is +- 24 km (30min) 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 the following site for more info:
      - http://www.portstjohns.org.za
  

Wild Coast Self Catering Accommodation   
"A Nature Lover's Paradise"