Vuna valley backpackers is situated in the Umtamvuna valley which is 5km inland from port Edward—we are within strolling distance of the umtamvuna river and 3500 hectare nature reserve.

The beaches,casino,golf courses etc are all a 5 min drive from us.

Port Edward is approx 180km from Durban and is on the lower south coast of kwazulu natal.

We boast a great climate of warm summers and mild winters and the sea temperature averages around 22 degrees—the coast is well known for its great swimming beaches,fishing,surfing and golf courses.

The region also boasts many forms of activities including the following:
Hiking—numerous reserves as well as the famous transkei hiking trails.
Canoeing and kayaking—umtamvuna and Oribi gorge
Mountain biking—numerous trails in the region
Horse riding—outrides on the farms and along the coast as well as horse trails in the transkei.
All forms of fishing.
Wake boarding and water skiing.
Birding.
White river rafting
Absailing and big swings—oribi gorge.

Other attractions are :
Crocodile farms
Banana plantations
Coffee farms.

Vuna valley is considered to be more of a boutique type backpackers and can accommodate up to approx 20 people.

We believe the potential is huge to further develop this backpackers as the spring board into the transkei—it does require someone who has an avid interest in all of the above.