Arti-Farti Backpackers offer laid back affordable accommodation in the heart of the Bushveld, but with enough action and vibe to keep you buzzing for a week!

Situated in the central business area of the coolest town in the Northern Province - Phalaborwa "the town of two summers" where an abundance of sunshine is part of the deal right through the year!

The town of Phalaborwa is situated 2km from the Phalaborwa gate, central entrance to the world famous Kruger National Park and gateway to Mozambique through the Goryindo Border Post.

"Phalaborwa" means "better than the South" and that is true in every sense of the word - the northern part of the Kruger National Park is less frequented by visitors which afford you ample time to appreciate the birds and wildlife at your leisure.

It is as easy as 1,2,3 to get to Phalaborwa:
1 hour's flight from OR Thambo International Airport in Gauteng and all major car rental companies well represented at the airport
2 national bus services daily to Phalaborwa (Translux and City-to-City stop right at our door!)
3 very well maintained access roads from Gauteng, Mpumalanga and Kruger National Park

Transfers to and from the CBD and airport are done free of charge.

Activities in Phalaborwa are as varied and laid back as you wish.
For the spectators there are night drives, day drives and bush braais in the Kruger National Park, a leisurely booze cruise on the Olifants River, tour of the Amarula Lapa where Amarula Cream Liqueurs are made from the local Marula fruit, cultural tour including a visit to a traditional healer and tribal dancing or simply shopping at Bollanoto Tourism Centre.

Action junkies can opt for a morning or full day walk in the Kruger National Park, micro light flights, horse riding, elephant back safaris or even the visit to the Amarula Lapa can turn into an action adventure - depending on how much tasting of the Amarula Liqueurs is being done!

Tailor made packages to Mozambique and the Greater Trans Frontier Park are also available or you can hire a 4x4 for a self drive experience.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

1 x 12 bed dormitory with en-suite bathrooms and roof fans
2 x 3 bed dormitories with en-suite bathroom, air conditioner, private entrance and TV
2 x double rooms with en-suite bathroom, air conditioner, private entrance and TV

All rooms are decorated in funky, vibrant colours and include bedding and towels.

5 Shaded camping spots
Each camping space has electrical connections and the use of communal ablution facilities.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS:

Full Breakfast: (06h00-09h00)
Dinner: (19h00-21h00) By prior arrangement only (12 hour notice, please!)


COMMUNAL FACILITIES:

Kitchen / Lounge / Verandah / Laundry facilities / Swimming pool / Braai area

Free Internet

DIRECTIONS:

As you enter Phalaborwa from either Gravelotte (via Tzaneen/Polokwane) or Hoedspruit (via Nelspruit) follow the signs to the Phalaborwa Gate Entrance to the Kruger National Park.

This will bring you onto Hendrik van Eck Drive.

Go through a 4-way crossing at the entrance to Phalaborwa.

Go through a 3-way traffic light.

At next traffic light (Total Garage and SPAR on right) turn left into President Kruger Street.

Keep left and turn left into second street - Birkenhead Street. Reception is at Daan & Zena's B&B at no.15 on the left hand side of the road half way up the block.
Arti-Farti Backpackers is in Batavier Street, around the corner right behind the B&B.

AFRICA WITH ATTITUDE!!

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