5 Day Wild Coast Hike

Activity Description

The landscape is breathtaking, cliffs are rugged, and the ocean is enchanting. Such are the scenes set by the beauty of the Wild Coast. The sun rises from the Ocean and sets on the backdrop of scattered huts to paint a mystical silhouette.
This itinerary allows you to take in all the spoils offered by the Wild Coast. From untouched beaches to Xhosa hospitality, kayaking up the Mdumbi River to hiking past Hole in the wall. Each day leaves you breathless as you recollect around bonfires under the starry skies.
The idea is to take it at your own pace. So, you’re not up for hiking every day? That’s also chilled, kick back and relax while we drive to meet the rest of the crew at our next stop. Not to worry, even the drive will leave you mesmerised.

Day 1:
Pick up in East London. After picking everyone up we will embark on our 3.5hr journey to Mdumbi. This is where we’ll spend the night. For those looking to explore the area, Mdumbi river kayaks are the best way to do this. Or take in the views from one of many viewpoints close to the backpackers.

Day 2:
After breakfast we’ll be starting our hike to Coffee Bay. The hike starts off with a beach stretch to the Mthatha river mouth. Once we cross the ferry the hike continues along the pristine Mapuzi cliffs. We’ll have a chance to explore the Mapuzi caves before continuing to our final destination at Coffee Shack backpackers. Here you can choose a hammock and enjoy the hospitality of Coffee Bay.

Day 3:
This will be your chance to relax and enjoy a day of no hiking. Chill at the babalaza bar with one of their famous cocktails, have the cheapest surf lesson on earth or explore the small village of Rhini on a guided village tour.

Day 4:
Another morning in paradise but we’ll have to keep moving. Today we take on the longest hike with a 3.5hr trek from Coffee Bay to Hole in the Wall for a lunch stop and refreshing swim. After lunch we finish off the journey to Wild Lubanzi in our vehicle. The scenic drive is approximately 1.5hrs from Hole in the Wall.

Day 5:
This is our final day. After a homemade breakfast and a final swim, we’ll have to drag ourselves away from paradise. The journey back to East London is 3.5hrs with stops along the way.