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Wild Coast, South Africa
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Xora is a village in the Eastern Cape of South Africa notable for Bulungula Lodge, one of the most beautiful lodges in South Africa, and voted in the top 25 ethical tourism destinations in the world by Rough Guides.
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Drink some local brew at the village shebeen.
A limited range of cooldrinks, beers and ciders are usually available for guests at the lodge.
Bulungula is a lodge integrated into a remote rural village. Difficult to get to, it's worth the effort, and is a must see if you have the time to spend at least a few days there. Set in a stunningly beautiful location on the Wild Coast with unspoilt beaches, you can go canoeing, fishing, and spending time with a community that's one of the poorest in South Africa
A small selection of local crafts are available at the lodge
As they say, paradise is hard to get to. Visit the website for detailed instructions.
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