SUBTLE SOPHISTICATION As one enters the stylishly designed bedroom with its amazing view of the Indian Ocean, they will become hypnotised by the sound of the waves and smell of the freshest air. The king or queen sized beds will please the tired traveller and leave them feeling rejuvenated after their first nights peaceful sleep. Each luxury suite has an en-suite bathroom, giving one privacy while still being a part of the festivities as you can witness all the happenings from your personal balcony. The rooms are spacious and have their own separate entrances. You may be forgiven for thinking you have arrived home. BAREFOOT LUXURY Crawford's Beach Lodge is suitably designed around the contours of the coastal dunes it resides on. The elevation of the slope ensures that every room has a sea view. With the lodge being so close to ocean, one does not need to drive anywhere. All attractions are within a few steps of one another, the dining room, the lounge and the beach. After a day at the beach, one can wash themselves off under the outside shower or take a dip in the pool to cool off. So get ready to take your shoes off and prepare to relax in the most beautiful setting. True barefoot luxury. Our Lodge offers 20 luxury suites which consist of double and twin bedrooms, all en-suite and each with there own private balcony, overlooking the sea.  The suites are fully equipped with bar fridge, DSTV, coffee and tea making facilities, with air conditioning or fans and fully equipped kitchenettes. Furthermore, we have a number of self-catering thatched cottages secluded in and amongst the forest dunes, each with their own private deck, where one can unwind with family and friends while the sun goes down and a fire burns in the background. All rooms are also equiped with a safe for your personal belongings. BAR AND LOUNGE Get acquainted with your fellow guests by interacting in our lounge, having a drink in the bar or merely floating around the lawn and pool area under the tropical Khamanga palms. Our elevated lounge and deck gives a fantastic panoramic view of the bay. View more pics in our Gallery

The Wild Coast

The Wild Coast has everything a traveler needs, and probably right on ones doorstep. There’s great fishing, wildlife and long beaches. There are activities like swimming, horse riding, surfing and canoeing. But it doesn’t end there; off the beaten track, whether you get there by hiking or with your 4X4, you’ll find abundant cultural heritage, rare exotic birdlife and if you lucky, the odd leopard.

Some places have great rivers; some have outstanding beaches while others have waterfalls and mountains. Some things are constant however; lush forests, tropical climates and majestic sunrises and sunsets. A great way to see the coastline from a different perspective is from a sea cruise. In doing so, you’ll also get sight of the many whales and an abundance of dolphins common to the area. There are many things that will really impress you.

Upon your arrival, it won’t take you long to pick up on the relaxed atmosphere and slow rhythm; we like to call this “Wild Coast Fever”. There isn’t any real structure here, but there is a real harmony. Guests get an early start, to maximize the full day. Everyone arrives for breakfast, then seem to disperse on there separate journeys. Some go fishing; the young hit the beach, either for the sun or for the surf, while some just meander around checking out the local stalls. Then, without notice, all arrive back together for sundowners and cool beverages.

Afternoons are a great part of the day. The ambience of the shimmering ocean, turquoise in colour; the endless rolling hills; big skies and sun baked sand from the beach. The smell of grilled fish, meat and veg on the braai and perhaps a few roasted marshmallows.  Refreshments are well received, and probably well deserved after a long, hot day out; some with great luck fishing or bird spotting and unfortunately, some without much luck at all. With an appetite one only gets on holidays, every holiday maker enjoys a big dinner with a few adults staying on in the pub, just to catch up and compare notes. Various small bars and resorts offer a late night option for the more outgoing traveler.

Many folk still think of the “Wild Coast” as darkest Africa, governed by outdated tribal systems and unrest. The Wild Coast is multicultural, diverse and creates a great platform for understanding different cultures. You just have to look how harmonious people are with nature; often we are joined for breakfast by various birds and vervet monkeys; and occasionally a leguaan for an afternoon nap.

Living on the Wild Coast I have met some of the most interesting people, from all walks of life; some young, others not so young. Some come from the big cities like Los Angeles and London, and many from small “dorpies” up country. All however, share the same great passion for life.

So what makes the Wild Coast so special, the great untouched landscape; the friendly locals or maybe it’s even the vibrant holidays that make the Wild Coast just a little “wilder”? I guess its different things for different people. What I do know is that it is a holiday option that is hard to beat. It is filled with dreamy thoughts and outdoor adventures, plus lots of laidback romance.

There is a great variety as all resorts offer different attractions. So spoil yourself; and come test the Wild Coast waters – but be warned, they can become quite addictive.