Beach Farm Camping
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- Back-to-basics site next to Selah surfing beach in the Eastern Cape
- Kap River Conservancy 15 minutes’ drive; Addo Elephant Park two hours
- Tame animals on site; surfing lessons and board hire on the beach
You couldn’t get any closer to the ocean without actually being in it when you stay at Beach Farm Camping, just edging Selah surfing beach in the Eastern Cape. It’s surprisingly easy to get to as well, being right off the main R72 coastal road between Gqeberha (PE) and East London, and 25 minutes’ drive north of Port Alfred.
Access to the site is through a securely locked gate, and then a short drive over a private track to the grass stands – which you will share with the farm’s resident animals, including horses, donkeys and goats. They’re all very tame and love a bit of fuss.
Facilities are pretty simple – a composting toilet and washing machine – and there is no drinking water and no showers on site. Still, the camping field is less than 200 metres from the beach, a sweeping crescent of soft sand known for its reliable surfing waves, and that more than compensates for the basic amenities.
Barbecues are allowed on site (you’ll need to bring your own gear), and if you want to stock up on groceries, Port Alfred is the place to go for shops and supermarkets. There’s also a laidback beach restaurant about 20 minutes’ walk away, where you can watch surfers catching the waves as you eat.
Site type
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Tourist board rating
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Languages spoken
English
French
German
Open from Sat, 15 Feb to
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Features
No dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
BMX track Bar or club house Beach access Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Beach Farm Camping
Mpekweni
Port Alfred
Eastern Cape
South Africa
6170
Directions Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg SAST (GMT+02:00)
GPS
-33.44387°N
27.22657°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
You don’t have to move very far to take surf lessons – they’re available just down on the beach 200 metres away, where you can also hire boards, go horse riding in the waves and join pilates or yoga classes on the sands.
You can often see shy impala in Kap River Conservancy (15 minutes’ drive), where you may also like to paddle along the namesake river by canoe, or climb up to observation decks for far-reaching views over unspoilt forest. For more stunning vistas, this time over the Indian Ocean, head for Great Fish Point (25 minutes), where you can clamber to the top of the landmark lighthouse dating from 1868.
Within about two hours’ drive, you can join night-time safaris to (hopefully) catch sight of elephant herds in Addo Elephant National Park, where endangered black rhinos are also occasionally spotted. About 2.5 hours away is Algoa Bay, where you might get lucky and tick penguins, dolphins and several species of whale off your bucket list.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Beach Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Beach Farm Camping dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Beach Farm Camping? You don’t have to move very far to take surf lessons – they’re available just down on the beach 200 metres away, where you can also hire boards, go horse riding in … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Beach Farm Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Beach Farm Camping? From R950 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.