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Swartberg Backpackers

39 reviews

Self Catering

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your stay!
Capacity: 18 people
All ages welcome
Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00
Address: Farm Voorbedacht, Oudtshoorn, 6625, Western Cape
From R700 per night, for 2 ppl

Description

Swartberg Backpackers is located 45 km outside Oudtshoorn at the foot of the world-famous Swartberg Mountain Pass. The Woodstock Unit features a private hot tub with stunning views of the farm dam, waterfall, and surrounding mountains. Guests can also cool off in the mountain swimming pool while enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature.

The property is fully off-grid and powered by solar, gas, and wood fires. Solar power provides electricity for lights, charging devices, and a small 12V fridge, while hot water is supplied by solar and gas geysers, with a wood-fired “donkie” available on cloudy days.

The unit is equipped with a gas stove, oven, and bar fridge. Braai facilities are provided, and pets are welcome by prior arrangement. Please note there is no microwave and no restaurant, bar, or shop on-site. A few restaurants are nearby, and the closest shop is in Oudtshoorn.

Guests can enjoy various activities, including canoeing on the farm dam, pedal cars, and swimming in the farm and mountain pools.

Reserve

What you'll find here

Tea and Coffee

Wi-Fi

Swimming Pool

Pets by Arrangement

Scenic View

Reviews

4.8/ 5

Based on 39 reviews

Excellent

Cleanliness

4.7

Location

4.7

Value for money

4.8

Service

4.9

Safety

4.8

Guest highlights

Julian M

Individual traveller

5.0

Ideal for my needs. Comfortable, clean and a very pretty area. Bianca was very helpful too.

Nov 2025

Mariette O

With partner

5.0

Quiet, safe in a breathtaking setting. Louis welcomed us warmly. Explained how everything works very well. We really enjoyed the peaceful and safe far...

Dec 2024

Anneke V

With partner

5.0

Beautiful accommodation that offers peace for the soul! A special special hidden diamond. We had a great stay, swam, hiked and will definitely go agai...

Jan 2024

John M

Family with young children

5.0

Quiet and beautiful. We enjoyed the remoteness of the accommodation, with the lovely walls and beautiful sunset.

Jan 2024

Mary-joe E

With partner

4.8

Amazing farm stay in the Swartberg - lovely host and stunning scenery and hike. Was amazing - such a beautiful place - we walked to the waterfall and ...

Sep 2024

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