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Location/Contact| Address | Coffeebay Store, Coffee Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
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| Website | www.bomvubackpackers.com |
| Telephone | +27 47 575 2073 |
| Fax | +27 47 575 2073 |
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Worst Backpackers in SA! Bomvu was completely overbooked over New Years 2011, they cramped people right next to the "Trance Party" with no shade, no electricity, no bathrooms -- only longdrops. We refused to camp there and were placed in the local school, where only 4x4's could drive up. We had no kitchen facilities, no bathrooms -- again only longdrops. Totally unacceptable for R80 per night! Later we were told to pay extra for the school's electricity and for parking on the school grounds. Bomvu management decided to close the bar at 9pm on New Years eve so that people would join the trance party for R250 extra. All money and no customer satisfaction! — Nicole (2011-01-14) Bad management We spent 2 nights living in mud because they leveled some ground and called it a campsite. Then we squatted another 2 nights at the local school and used the long drops. The management was high all the time and double booked people. We had some problems trying to find someone who spoke proper english. Look, we had a super bad time because of the weather, but Bomvu didn't care that people had no place to sleep/camp, they just wanted money. — Rowa , South Africa (2011-01-03) i stayed at bomvu in november and chilled for five days! me and my mates got some mushrooms from the locals and some weed and had the best time ever! you can go just across the street to the coffee shack and mingle there if you want. good times -- wish I was there now! — sean , british (2007-05-15) This place is amazing. It's my best memory of South Africa. The people are very friendly. — Pascaline, France (2004-11-15) This place is the best memory I have from South Africa! It has an amazing staff, great food and a beautiful beach nearby. Don't miss it! — Isaac, Israel (2004-11-02) My husband and I stayed at Bomvu for two weeks in December. It was the most relaxing holiday ever!! We are definitely going back this year! — Helga (2004-10-12) This was a great place to stay, with great entertainment and beaches. Staff were approachable – I met a few co-travelers, too. This is a place worth visiting for three to four days!! — Rod , Australia (2004-10-09) My girlfriend and I stayed here for a week last year. It's a wonderful place, although the staff can be a bit clique-y sometimes. We didn't feel wholly welcomed except by Travis, who taught us how to make drums. My drum is still on my wall; it travelled all the way through Africa and around the world with me and will always remind me of the great times spent drumming around the fire with Jess and Mark. It was our tent's first resting place and one to remember. — Cath (2004-08-08) I stayed at Bomvu for about four days. It is a special place I have never quite found anywhere else in the world. The people are friendly, helpful, and just so cool. Thanx Bomvu, I will always remember you. — Matthew (2004-03-17) What a place!! From Silas' drum sessions, to the Bomvu Boyz Choir and Steve's surf lessons, this is an ultra cool hostel. It has a real genuine African flavour and you can tell the staff work with the local community to promote a prosperous society. Definitely worth a few days chilling. The outdoor kitchen is a bit lacking, but they serve some incredible local cuisine in the restaurant which is worth the few Rand it costs. — Kieran (2004-03-02) Amazing place... speechless, as i sit at home in the UK after spending last christmas at Bomvu. Best Christmas I'll ever have. Reguards to all of you - especially Helma! xxx — Fiona and Ashley (2004-01-13) I spent only one night there but it sure is one of the best of my 3 months trip in South Africa! Steve the surf teacher is so... If you come to France, Steve, I'd willingly welcome you... — Laëtitia (2003-07-07)