Toms Backpackers

We are very excited to announce the opening of “Tom’s Backpackers” on the 5 May 2010. Come meet some new faces whilst sharing a bunk-room or if you prefer more space, then take a double bed. The goal is to create a Cool, Fun, Friendly, Self Catering environment that caters for all your needs. Our rates are really low as we strive to bring you a balance between value and quality. Play and listen to your own music as we have a Jukebox or just watch some music videos. Come visit a vast array of local attractions. We also have IT facilities like uncapped internet and WIFI. Experience a "REAL" destination rather than the packaged version often associated with mass tourism.
Bill Harrops "Original " Balloon Safaris - 16.5ks
Bush Babies - Monkey Sanctuary - 6.4 ks
Chameleon Village - for all your curios needs - 4.6ks
De Wilt Cheetah Centre (The Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre) - 7.7ks
Discovery Ballooning - 4.7ks
Elephant Sanctuary - 6.4ks
Hartbeespoort Dam Snake and Animal Park - 1.4ks
Jasmyn - Farmstall (Windmill restaurant) - 4.7ks
Magaliesberg Canopy Tour
Pelinduna Adventures - Abseiling, River Rafting, Paint ball, Quad Biking and Hiking
Schoemansville Oewer (boat launch) - 0.7ks
Toro Ya Me - Party Boat
Vusalela - Day Spa
Welwitschia Country Market - A haven for outdoor shopping - 4.5ks
Ukutula - Walk with Lions

"Description of a Backpackers"

Backpackers or Flashpacking is a neologism used to refer to an affluent backpacker. Whereas backpacking is traditionally associated with budget travel and destinations that are relatively cheap, flashpacking has an association of more disposable income while traveling and has been defined simply as backpacking with a bigger budget.[11]
A simple definition of the term Flashpacker can be thought of as backpacking with flash, or style. One school of thought defines the flashpacker as a rapidly growing segment of travelers who adhere to a modest accommodation and meal budget, while spending freely, even excessively, for activities at their chosen destination. Another school of thought defines flashpacking as an incongruous mix of 'slumming it' and luxury; of adventurous travel with those on a budget by day and sedate dining and comfortable accommodation by night.[12] Flashpackers have been further defined as tech-savvy adventurers who often prefer to travel with a cell phone, digital camera, iPod and a laptop,[13] although none of these is required in order to be a flashpacker. As with other forms of travel, the term flashpacker is mainly one of self-identification. The origin of the term itself is obscure.
The term also reflects a growing demographic of travelers who are forsaking traditional organized travel, venturing to destinations once the reserve of more adventurous backpackers, and the increasing number of individuals who leave well paid jobs or take career breaks, using the time to travel independently, but with greater comfort and many of the gadgets they are accustomed to at home. As a result, hostels are evolving and offering more up-market accommodation and facilities to those still traveling on a budget[14] in order to obtain their business. Hostels have realized a need to evolve in order to meet the changing demands of travelers.[15]
Of importance in backpacking is a sense of authenticity. Backpacking is perceived as being more than a vacation, but a means of education.[17] Backpackers want to experience the "real" destination rather than the packaged version often associated with mass tourism, which has led to the assertion that backpackers are anti-tourist.[18] There is also the feeling of "sneaking backstage" and witnessing real life with more involvement with local people[19]