CAMP HERE

1 CAPE VIDAL A neat campsite with good ablution facilities. The beach is only a short walk over a dune. It’s packed in season, so book early or come a week or two later. MORE INFO: www.kznwildlife.com/ camping-cape-vidal

2 MABIBI Mabibi is a basic campsite close to the more luxurious Tsonga Lodge. It’s close to the beach, but you need to walk down about 130 steps to reach it. Pack light for a day by the sea or make sure your cooler is empty when you come back! Bring your own drinking water. MORE INFO: www.mabibicampsite.co.za

3 GUGULESIZWE There are modern en-suite selfcatering chalets here with a communal kitchen, braai lapa and bar, and a separate campsite. Even though it’s not on the coast, the beach is close enough for day visits and it’s ideal if you want exclusivity when camping in a group. MORE INFO: www.gugulesizwe.co.za

4 BHANGA NEK The campsite is basic (no electricity) and the tap water smells. However, it is a magnificent part of the coast and one of the most popular places to see turtles nesting. MORE INFO: www.bhanganek.co.za or www.extremenaturetours.co.za.

5 PONTA DO OURO At the Tandje Beach Resort you can see the beach from camp. There’s a bar and restaurant, and diving, fishing and dolphin-tour operators next to the camp. MORE INFORMATION: www.tandjebeachresort.com