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Experience the AUTHENTIC
Wild Coast

If you are looking for a perfect holiday experience with memories to cherish you are at the right place.

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Do you work remotely?

Accommodation - Wild Coast. Experience the beauty at Freedom O Clock Backpackers in Mdumbi. Relax in basic, but comfortable rooms, explore the scenic surroundings, and enjoy activities like surfing, fishing and hiking. Visit us at Freedom O Clock where you can also work remotely in a quiet and relaxed environment. Contact us for extended-stay discounts.

Wild Coast - Mdumbi / Tshani Point - Good Surf During Winter Months!

Freedom O Clock is owned and managed by Otto, Lu and little Coral-Bella, who all have a great love for nature and the ocean. “We love hanging out with guests, sharing info on the area, enjoying a cold one on the deck while watching astonishing sunsets and sharing stories about the days adventure around the fire.”

Wake up to mind-blowing views of the ocean, beach, rare mangroves and forest-lined Mdumbi River!  
This small, family-run gem of a holiday spot lies on the eastern side of the Mdumbi River mouth and is located in the rural Pondo village of Mngcibe, Eastern Cape, Wild Coast.

Experience Rural
Living At Its Best

We will help you experience the WILD COAST life in its true sense. From exploring the beautiful Mdumbi river to eating authentic seafood delicacies, you are sure to go home with memories and wonderful moments.

Wild Coast Oysters - Organic And Delicous and Sustainably Harvested.

The incredible views and access to the beach and river in this un-spoilt rural area makes this an ideal laid back place to visit for families, friends, couples and all nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.  Freedom O Clock can sleep 17 people indoors and also offer camping space.

Discovering the safe, secluded, pristine beaches, river estuaries, rare white mangrove swamps and other Wild Coast treasures make the 2 hour trip from the main road well worth it.  Coffee Bay is just 45 minutes drive away and there is a very scenic 3 hour hike between Coffee Bay and Mdumbi.

Facilities & Amenities

If you are looking for a relaxing, refreshing and rejuvenating experience altogether, we offer all of that under one roof.

Communal Kitchen

The cosy, well equipped kitchen is communal which makes for social evenings and consists of a fridge/freezer, small fridge, chest freezer, gas stoves, and all the usual kitchen goodies.

Catered Option

We serve delicious home cooked dinners daily (vegetarian & vegan options available) as well as breakfasts and lunches. We have an amazing pizza oven and serve delicious homemade pizzas.

Housekeeping

The kitchen and ablution areas are fully serviced, so no need to do dishes while on holiday. Bedrooms are serviced on request. Handwashing laundry service available.

Ablution

Ablutions are communal with flush toilets and hot shower.
PLEASE NOTE : We rely on rain water only, so please keep showers down to 1 per day and keep them brief.

Outdoors

Enjoy chilling on the deck surrounded by our beautiful indigenous garden with insanely beautiful views of the river, beach, ocean and Tshani point while watching dolphins and whales play.

Wi-Fi

Yes, in the middle of nowhere we are able to offer you free wi-fi and the download and upload speed is fast enough so you will be able to connect with your tribe or work remotely.

Take a look around...

Take a look at some pretty pictures captured in and around our premises.

What Our Guests Say

We take pride in serving our guests with the best experience. Read what they say.

Dear Otto, Lu and Coral-Bella Thank you for the most magic time with you all. Thank you for welcoming us into your super special place, for making us feel at home in Mdumbi. This was the trip of our lifetimes and we all feel so blessed + grateful to have met you all and to have had the chance to hang out, chat about fishing, the old Durban, Donkey rides, water, oysters, Snake Park and all the other excellent subjects we jumped into. We'll be coming back soon... to our Ironwood site of course!!! BIG LOVE & HUGS
Clint, Fin & Tor
Clint, Fin & TorFamily
"What a magical place... The rat race really ends there. We stayed for three days and was blessed with warm days and a clear blue ocean. Even got to swim with dolphins three days in a row when we were there. Highly recommendable for people looking for an adventure or an escape."
Ilse Kruger
Ilse KrugerFamily Trip
"What a magical place... The rat race really ends there. We stayed for three days and was blessed with warm days and a clear blue ocean. Even got to swim with dolphins three days in a row when we were there. Highly recommendable for people looking for an adventure or an escape."
Arthur & Katch
Arthur & KatchNew Zealand
Thank you for a most enjoyable time... Positive vibes and cool runnings.. Unforgettable is the word... One Love
Dan
DanSurf Coach
"I can't say enough good things about Freedom O' Clock! Absolutely wonderful place to stay if you're visiting the Wild Coast. I've visited Mdumbi a couple times before and stayed at other backpackers in the area which were ok but nothing like Freedom O' Clock! From the second we arrived (wife and I were on honeymoon) we knew we had made a great choice. Otto and Lou greeted us with the biggest smiles and an amazing vibe. The views from Freedom O' Clock are far more impressive than from 'the other side' of the river. Lou was kind enough to cook us up tasty meals 3 times a day, making it so that we didn't have to bring coolers and supplies etc. Highly recommend! Thanks Otto and Lou."
Sean Griffith
Sean GriffithUSA
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Location

420 freedom lane
Mdumbi River Mouth Mngcibe Village
Lower Lwandile
Ngqeleni District
5140

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