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Richard Kidd

Transformational & Amazing

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 13 Sept 2021
What a fantastic place, my family and I were towing a car from East London to KZN, ended up getting "stuck" at Buccs because our towbar bent.
We were welcomed with open hearts and arms by every individual of such a united and happy team/family from Buccaneers!

From the Groundsman, to the wonderful souls that cooked the amazing food that is on offer to everyone, to the owner who offered his hands on help to assist us with our 'car issues'

Thank you for all the love and energy that was shared with us.

I am already planning my return trip!
Date of stay: September 2021
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Responded 20 Sept 2021
wonderful and thanks for the great review. we are all looking forward to seeing you again in the near future and welcoming you back as one of the buccs family
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          Reviewed 12 January 2021 via mobile

          It is always great to stay at Buccaneers. Friendly people/comfortable accommodation and good food! Due to a cancellation I was upgraded without asking to a deluxe unit for free! What service!

          Lots of activities for young and old. The beautiful scenery never tires!

          Date of stay: January 2021
          Trip type: Travelled solo
          Thank Jstapel
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          Sal Price, Owner at Buccaneers Lodge & Backpackers, responded to this reviewResponded 20 September 2021

          So glad that you had a great experience with us and looking forward to seeing you again the near future.
          much love from the buccs family

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          Reviewed 10 November 2020 via mobile

          My friends and I stayed here for a quick detour to the beach before heading back to Jhb.

          Buccaneers is so beautiful, and the views are to die for. The rooms are clean and pleasantly decorated. And the beach just a short stroll away. Everything you could want for a beachside getaway.

          The price was very reasonable too.

          Date of stay: November 2020
          Trip type: Travelled with friends
          Thank AnnieM2849
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          Sal Price, Owner at Buccaneers Lodge & Backpackers, responded to this reviewResponded 20 September 2021

          thanks Annie. looking forward to seeing you back at Buccs soon
          much love from the Buccs family

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          Reviewed 17 March 2020

          We had the most beautiful view from our room we had in South-Africa. Our room had sea view, was new and very comfortable. The staff was friendly and very helpful. We had a good meal in the restaurant. There are just natural noises, such as bird and the waves from the sea. We made a nice walk along the beach, but even in January I found it to cold to swim in the sea. The fact that fishermen on the beach were fishing for sharks, did not encourage me to go into the water either. The surrounding is nice green.

          Room tip: Ask for a room in the new block
          Date of stay: January 2020
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          Sal Price, Owner at Buccaneers Lodge & Backpackers, responded to this reviewResponded 20 September 2021

          Buccs is a vert beautiful place and we are so pleased you enjoyed all the natural beauty that buccs has to offer. See you again in the future

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          Reviewed 8 March 2020

          I have frequented Buccaneers many times over many years and have stayed in each of the different types of accommodation and every one was great value. We stayed in one of the new options and it was awesome. The entire experience was one of complete bliss. From the great view, the fantastic wild beach, the backpackers fantastic staff. All of these make it easy to recommend Buccaneers to any age, tourist, traveler, or holiday maker. Oh and the food is amazing, super tasty, healthy and good value! Thanks for a wonderful holiday!!! :)

          Date of stay: February 2020
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          Sal Price, Owner at Buccaneers Lodge & Backpackers, responded to this reviewResponded 20 September 2021

          thanks Alan
          come again soon! its been too long!

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          Reviewed 26 January 2020 via mobile

          Down a dusty unpaved road Buccaneers accomodation hides between green foliage. Pick up a paddle at reception and take a canoe for free to paddle in the river estuary on the doorstep. Walk for 10 minutes along the river or through it to a seemingly endless wild and untouched beach that stretches to the horizon. You can sign up for surf lessons or horse riding.
          They run a communal evening meal where you can meet other travellers and have a chat. Conversations continue over a few beers in the bar afterwards. I wish I could have stayed longer.

          Date of stay: January 2020
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          Trip33354871011, Owner at Buccaneers Lodge & Backpackers, responded to this reviewResponded 28 January 2020

          wonderful-- we wish you could have too, come back soon!
          love form the chintsa family

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