Gansbaai Lodge And Backpackers

Gansbaai Lodge And Backpackers is situated in the center of Gansbaai, which is known as the shark-diving capital of the world. It is conveniently located a short two-hour drive from Cape Town. This accommodation in Gansbaai offers stunning panoramic sea views that can be enjoyed from the sundowner deck, in-house pub, and outdoor barbecue area, overlooking the traditional fishing harbor.

The lodge prides itself on providing quality, clean accommodations for student travelers, backpackers, and independent travelers alike. It offers large rooms that are not overcrowded, providing the perfect base for a holiday in Gansbaai. The luxury Family Bedroom features a full en-suite bathroom, an extra-large double bed, and a twin bunk bed, while the three dormitory rooms sleep only four guests each. All rooms are equipped with large cupboards and are fully serviced.

Gansbaai is part of the Whale Coast, with the Walker Bay Whale Sanctuary serving as a nursery for southern right, bryde, and humpback whales, which can be easily observed from the shore or on a boat-based whale watching tour. Dyer Island is a breeding colony for African penguins and Cape fur seals. The narrow channel between Geyser Rock and Dyer Island is home to around 60,000 seals and is a feeding ground for the endangered great white shark.

The friendly staff at Gansbaai Backpackers can book various adventure activities, including caged shark dives, skydiving, whale watching, scuba diving courses, brewery tours, cheese and wine tastings, cave walking trails, and sea kayaking. The accommodation features a double bedroom on the top floor with a private patio, which shares a bathroom with the Top Floor Dorm Room. Guests staying in the Top Floor Double Room can enjoy spectacular sunrise views over the Indian Ocean from their private patio every morning.