Correction for the info I gave previously about Gemini Backpackers in Johannesburg, they now charge R80 for a dorm bed. Get a copy of Alternative Route or Coast to Coast (both free) from any tourist place in South Africa (SA). they contain all the info for backpackers including accommodation, tours, safaris, activities, buses, etc. I stayed one night at Abreakaway in Muizenberg (southern part of Cape Town). this is a surfers place offering lessons for R250 (includes wetsuit & board) which is very cheap as surfing lessons go for about R450. Dorm is R100, includes breakfast of fruit and toast. internet is R20/hr (same price in the neighbourhood internet cafes). It's a bit far from banks, stores, etc. (about 30min walk) but very quiet, a small place, intimate atmosphere. Dorm has 6 beds. nice place but
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