The hidden wilderness. The magic island. Whatever you choose to call it, Transkei is just jaw dropping beauty, and an experience I have to recommend to everyone. I visited Coffee Bay over New Years last year, as most of the ‘tourist’ activities, parties and general good times happen there over the festive season.
Coffee Bay itself is freakishly easy on the eye. The valleys of fresh vegetation go on for miles, and you get to experience the full magnificence of your surroundings as soon as you peel yourself off your sticky car seat, and set foot onto some genuine Transkei mud (it's a long trip, trust me). Wow! It takes a few seconds to come to terms with just how incredible this rural wilderness is. Everyone knows accommodation is vital, and luckily Coffee Bay offers a few gnarly camp sites to choose from. There’s Bomvu and Coffee Shack. And if you’re feeling lavish there’s always the Coffee Bay Hotel- what a pleasure.
Warning: Approach the Coffee Bay experience with an open mind. It’s not everywhere you get offered shrooms every five minutes by ten year old children. Either embrace it, or block it out, your choice. The beaches are stunning, the water is warm, and the crayfish are delicious. A winning combination. A place such as this wouldn’t be the same without its festival atmosphere, and it doesn’t disappoint. The party kicks in as the sun sets, and the vibe doesn’t stop. Believe me, it’s crazy.
Here’s a couple of do’s and don’ts in Coffee Bay.
Do take shrooms on a remote beach with mates and enjoy yourself.
But don't get in your car and pretend it’s a space shuttle- you will drive off a cliff and hurt yourself, severely!
Do dance and party in a river. It’s fun, I know.
Don’t decide to dance and party in a river with massive blisters and cuts on your feet, the water is probably infected and your foot will have to be amputated. Just kidding. However you may very well contract a nasty infection, resulting in an uncomfortable situation involving a man from Umtata, a Tetanus shot and your arse. Avoid!
Do sleep in a tent. It's safe and the weather is perfect for camping.
Don’t think you'll be safe if it’s pitched in the middle of nowhere- this isn't Switzerland- so be wary.
Apart from those ‘minor potential mishaps’ Coffee Bay is a wonderful place to enjoy a vacation. Good food, pleasant accommodation and activities that will keep you constantly busy throughout your stay. Enjoy.
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