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Funky Monkeys Backpacker Hostel
Mpumalanga, South Africa

102 Van Wijk Street
P O Box 19289
Mpumalanga, South Africa    1200

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Homely, Arty & Fun hostel in Nelspruit who offers awesome 1-3 day Safari packages into Africa's Jewel: The Kruger National Park.

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Property type: Hostel     6 guest rooms/units   Built: 1997, renovated: 2008
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Overview

Funky Monkeys Backpackers & it's sisiter company, Funky Safaris offers you the best of both worlds with their Comfy and Fun accommodation in Nelspruit, the closest city to the Kruger Park and a variety of Safari packages into the World Renowned Kruger National Park and surrounding areas.

The hostel can only be described as a spacious, arty and fun place to hang out and has all the facilities needed to ensure a homely and comfortable atmosphere. Original artworks adorn the walls and their friendly & informative staff will help you to plan and book all your tours, buses and car rentals for you.

Funky Safaris offers One-Three day all inclusive Safari packages into the Kruger Park as well as day trips to the Blyde River Canyon and the Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Eden. We have our own fully equipped tented camp in the Kruger and all safaris are done by registered guides in OPEN safari game veiwing vehicles.
Package Descriptions:
One Day Kruger Package- ( 2 nights )The first night of this package you will stay in our Hostel (Funky Monkeys) as It is an EARLY rise before sunrise where you are transported through to the Kruger to meet your Guide & our Open Safari game veiwing vehicle. Your adventure now begins! The day is spent seeking out the vast variety of animal species that have made the Kruger their home: From the smallest of insects to the famous BIG FIVE. During the day you will break to enjoy both a continental breakfast and lunch. The evening is spent in our tented camp in the Kruger arround our camp fire enjoying a traditional South African meal. The following morning its up before sunrise as you head off for your last game drive of the package before returning to camp for a breakfast and then being transfered but to Funky Monkeys Hostel. Included: One night accommodation and dinner at Funky Monkeys Backpackers, One day/night in our tented camp in the Kruger National park, game drives, entrance and conservation fees, guides, meals and transfers to and from the Kruger.

Two Day Kruger Package (three nights): This package runs in the same manner as the One day package except you get to spend TWO nights in the Kruger and two full days of game veiwing. It Includes: First Night's accommodation in Funky Monkeys Backpackers with dinner. TWO nights in the Kruger Park in our camp,all meals, guides and transfers to & from the Kruger.

Three Day Kruger Package (four nights): The first evening is once again spent at Funky Monkeys Backpackers with dinner and you are transfered before sunrise the following day to spend Three Days and Nights in the Kruger Park discovering different routes. You are transfered back to Funky monkeys after a game drive and breakfast on the last morning. All inclusive as above.

Both companies are owner run and managed which always lends itself to top service and attention. Your One Stop Backpacker and Safari Junction

Location & Transportation

Funky Monkeys Backpackers is set in an established and secure neighbourhood and it boarders a nature reserve which is home to a vast aray of birdlife. The Kruger Packages a combination of accommodation in Funky Monkeys Backpackers prior to departure and then Accommodation in our tented camp in the Kruger National Park.

  DirectionsFrom Johannesburg take the N4 to Nelspruit. Third Traffic Light right onto R40. First light left into Piet Retief, Over the light and roundabout. Over the 4-way stop. First right into Van Wijk Street. We are 2km on the right.
  TransportationOliver Thambo Airport (JHB)- Nelspruit: City Bug & Lowveld Link bus.
All major Buses run through Nelspruit Daily: Intercape, Greyhound, Translux
  AirportKruger Mpumalanga International Airport: 40km

Amenities & Attractions

Dorm, Double and Twin acc. Funky's has all the homely facilities needed and more!
The Kruger Park accommodation (for the Safari Packages) is in our fully equipped tented camp in the Kruger Park

  Local Attractions
Kruger National Park (45km)
Croc River Reptile park(3km)
Blyde River Canyon (50 km)
Botanical Gardens (3km)
Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Eden (10km)
Shopping Mall (5km)
  Amenities
Airport pickupBBQ area
Bar/loungeBreakfast included
Car rentalGardens
Internet wireless (charge)Laundry/valet service
Linen includedMeal plans
Parking (free)Pets not allowed
Pool (outdoor)Restaurant on site
Safe deposit boxTaxi service
Tour/sightseeing assistance

Guest Room Amenities

  Room Types
Double
Hope Twin
Single
Three Day Kruger Package
Twin
  Room Amenities
Backpacker facilities
Lockers
Non-smoking rooms
Rollaway beds available
Shared bathroom

Food & Restaurants

  On site Restaurants
Homecooked DinnersWe offer Daily Homecooked dinners!
  Local Restaurants
Keg & JockBoards spectrum of value for money meals
Ocean BasketSpecialises in Seafood

Payment Information

Rate details: Safari's from R1950.00
Available Discounts: Moola Magic Card, VIP for accommodation only
Deposit requested prior to arrival: After confirming your reservation, you will be contacted by Funky Monkeys Backpacker Hostel.
Additional charges: A charge may be incurred for extra persons in a room.
Credit cards accepted on location: Visa  Visa Electron  MasterCard 
Cancellation policy: (not applicable to online confirmation payments)
Full payment in advance required.

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