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Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

 

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Characterised by swathes of sandy beaches criss-crossed by estuaries and mangrove swamps, majestic cliffs and grassy hilltops - this guided and portaged trail offers a new dimension to coastal hiking.

The adventure starts at the pretty seaside village of Presley's Bay. From here the first 12.5 km day covers some of the most stunning scenery along the Wild Coast. Hikers will need to cross pristine estuaries and a mangrove swamp at Mdumbi. The beach here is particularly beautiful.

From Coffee Bay, the undulating route offers magnificent panoramas. Guides take you to a series of caves in the dolerite cliffs. If you’re feeling brave you can climb down to the cave where ANC cadres stashed arms during the liberation struggle. Cliff-top vantage points offer excellent dolphin and whale spotting opportunities.

On the final day the magnificent and iconic sight of the Hole in the Wall rises to greet you. During the annual Sardine Run, the entire route presents dazzling views of frenetic activity in the ocean. Sharks, whales, dolphin, game fish and thousands of Cape Gannet jostle to feast on the sardine shoal, described as the greatest migration on earth.

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Accommodation near Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

 
Wild Lubanzi Trail Lodge and Backpackers |

Wild Lubanzi Trail Lodge and Backpackers

Lubanzi Backpacker, Lubanzi Self-catering in Lubanzi
5.32km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

Lubanzi is a paradise for fishing and hanging out on the beach. The cottages are set on the hill, overlooking a sheltered beach and cliff faces that tower over the ocean.

  • R120 p/p sharing
    R320 Rooms/Units
  • 19 Guests
 
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Bomvu Paradise |

Bomvu Paradise

Coffee Bay Backpacker in Coffee Bay
5.89km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

Nestled in a subtropical rain forest on the banks of the Bomvu River, Bomvu Paradise is a family owned backpackers founded way back in 1990 when the Bomvana tribe welcomed the family and gave them sacred community land, just five minutes' walk away from the beach.

  • R60 p/p sharing
    R240 Rooms/Units
    R60 Single
  • 145 Guests
 
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Cottage@20 |

Cottage@20

Coffee Bay Self-catering in Coffee Bay
6.17km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

Cottage@20 is a comfortable self-catering cottage located close to the beach in Coffee Bay. The cottage features two bedrooms, both with double beds, as well as two sleeper couches.

  • R350 Rooms/Units
  • 8 Guests
 
 
Coffee Bay Hotel & Conference Centre |

Coffee Bay Hotel & Conference Centre

Coffee Bay Hotel in Coffee Bay
6.19km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

We are situated in the heart of Coffee Bay on the Eastern Cape Wild Coast. The accent here is on friendly service in a comfortable environment with large and spacious rooms with en-suite bathrooms, an airy spacious lounge and a dining room with a convivial pub.

  • R290 p/p sharing
    R320 Single
  • 62 Guests
 
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4 Winds Guest Lodge |

4 Winds Guest Lodge

Coffee Bay Backpacker, Coffee Bay Self-catering in Coffee Bay
6.31km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

4 Winds Guest Lodge is a comfortable, family orientated venue situated within walking distance from the beach of Coffee Bay.

  • R75 p/p sharing
    R75 Single
  • 16 Guests
 
 
Sugarloaf Backpackers |

Sugarloaf Backpackers

Coffee Bay Backpacker, Coffee Bay Self-catering in Coffee Bay
6.34km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

Picture waking up to a red sunrise, beside the Nenga river mouth on Coffee Bay main beach, watching surfers tearing the right-hand point break to pieces. "Welcome to paradise." Sugarloaf Backpackers is a friendly, clean and newly renovated establishment, and combined with the incredible Transkei Coast, makes us the perfect travel destination.

  • R230 Rooms/Units
  • 46 Guests
 
 
Eagles Nest Coffee Bay |

Eagles Nest Coffee Bay

Coffee Bay Self-catering in Coffee Bay
6.57km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

Three bedroomed self-catering rustic cottage with a magnificent sea view.

  • R120 p/p sharing
    R140 Single
  • 12 Guests
 
 
Mbolompo Home Stay |

Mbolompo Home Stay

Hole in the Wall Private Home in Hole in the Wall
6.66km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

A rural experience with a traditional Xhosa family.

  • R130 p/p sharing
  • 12 Guests
 
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Ocean View Hotel |

Ocean View Hotel

Coffee Bay Hotel in Coffee Bay
6.88km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

Nestled between towering cliffs and a sparkling sea, Ocean View Hotel is a country hotel which has earned the highly recommended accolade from the AA Travel Guides. It is the ideal place to meet new people and forge bonds of friendship that will draw you back to our bay time and again.

  • R595 p/p sharing
    R695 Single
  • 72 Guests
 
 
Freedom O' Clock |

Freedom O' Clock

Mdumbi Beach Backpacker, Mdumbi Beach Camping and Caravanning in Mdumbi Beach
15.14km from Hole in the Wall Hiking Trail

Set in the heart of Pondoland at the mouth of the insanely beautiful Mdumbi River, Freedom O'clock offers comfortable accommodation with commanding views of the ocean, river, mountains, and Tshani point with its perfect right-hand wave and beach breaks.

  • R150 p/p sharing
    R150 Single
  • 18 Guests
 
 
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