Hi - 1. We were 2 adults and two kids, we had 2 interleading rooms- I think you can have max 3 people per room, you’ll have to check with the hotel. Beware if you have small kids, the patios are high up and the banisters are like horse fences- small ones will fall through the gaps. 2. Don’t think there are many places on the way Once you are in Transkei, didn’t see anything remotely liveable beyond a shak or mudhut to and from Umtata airport. 2. We flew there from JHB - not advised, as the hotel has no transportation what so ever, no airport pick up, no cars to take you anywhere- we had to hire Bafana In his personal polo to go to Port St John’s and Sun shuttle to and from the airport and hotel. So once you are there - you are kinda stuck. So your own car is a must. Especially in an emergency. ( Kids always have accidents etc) Side note- try and find out what the kids activities are in advance, they only put it up every morning at 8, so you can’t really plan in advance. If your children are younger- forget having meals with them- their cafeteria closes 30min before the adult one opens- and unless you are happy with your kids having French fries at your table after they had their meal- arrange kids meals to be packed up and brought to your table later. Adult Meals were great- but too fancy and way out for my little kid. Make sure you have enough data- cos every question to reception is met with- check out website or look on the interactive tv in reception…. Otherwise it was lovely, beaches are great and walks are fun- just get a guide - don’t attempt it alone.

Go onto their web site. It will cost around R4000 per person per night.

We travelled from Port Edward via Bizane and Flagstaf, the road is manageable but like most local roads in the area has its hazards and pot holes. I suspect it is significantly shorter than via Umtata.

You can do Mooi River to Umngazi in about 6-7 hours. We drove from Krugersdorp and went through Underberg/Kokstad and then Flagstaff Lusikisiki. Roads in EC (Transkei) are potholed and lots of speed humps!! I’d strongly suggest traveling in a bakkie! Coming back to Joburg, I’d recommend sleeping over in or around Howick as it’s about half way. Hope this helps. Irrespective you’ll have a wonderful time there!

Hi Thank you for your message. Most of our guests do use the N3 route, +-870km, and some stay over in the Midlands. An alternative is down the N1 to Bloem, Aliwal North, Barclay East, Elliot, Ugie, Mthatha, just over 1000km but similar timing. The scenery on this latter route is breathtaking. Safe travels.