Backpacker Accommodation Near Riverbend Crocodile Farm
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Riverbend Crocodile Farm Reviews
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They’re enough to make your skin crawl but somehow we are attracted to them, they seem to hold an endless fascination to us humans. They are the Nile crocodile, one of the few man-eating predators on the planet and an ancient species that survived the dinosaurs. And what better place to view them and discover more about this fascinating reptile than the Riverbend Crocodile Farm, inland of Southbroom on the coast of KwaZulu-Natal Province?
The Riverbend Crocodile Farm was opened way back in 1981 and is a family-run business. Initially opened as a tourist attraction, it has become an important breeding centre. The facility has over 200 Nile crocodiles spread throughout the grounds in beautifully landscaped enclosures where visitors can safely view them from raised boardwalks. The onsite education centre provides a great deal of information relating to the lifecycle of the crocodile and displays many items of interest.
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For those who are a little adventurous and enjoy the company of other travellers, you can decide to stay at a Backpackers. Often having to share a room with others as well as costs, it is incredibly inexpensive. Often the best choice for those who may be just passing through or will be occupied for the majority of their day. It comes with the most basic amenities and is often formed as part of a bar or similar establishment. Not recommended for those who want privacy, this is best suited for those who wouldn’t mind meeting various other interesting travellers.