Following an overland trip across Africa a "few" years ago we decided to give up the 9-5 and start a backpackers in Zambia. After staying in loads of places on our travels we decided that we wanted our hostel to be a clean, fun place to stay where you can get great travel advice. We then started our own safaris in Zambia with the principal of "quality safaris at an affordable cost". After all whether you've paid $1000 for a hotel room or a $50 safari tent it’s the same Lion that your looking at.

Using the same principle for our hostels, quality at an affordable price, we've still got Lusaka Backpackers, and now have Johannesburg Backpackers and Cape Town Backpackers.

We hope that where ever you stay with us you have a great time, but if you don't stay with us but just want some advice please drop us a line.

Over the years we've had people say nice things about us...

"...incredibly clean and civilised dorms..."
› National Geographic

"The backpacker grows up at this stylish place"
› Lonely Planet

"...excellent budget safaris..."
› Lonely Planet

"...Spotless & Stylish..."
› The Independent Newspaper, London

"...immaculate private rooms..."
› National Geographic

"Puts many mid range hotels to shame"
› Lonely Planet

"A dedication to helping guests..."
› Time Out

"A beautiful lodge ..."
› Lonely Planet

"..front of house compares with any top-notch concierge..."
› Time Out

We hope you have nice things to say about us as well!!!

About Johannesburg Backpackers
Joburg Backpackers is located in a spacious, newly renovated house in the trendy and safe area of Emmarentia, Joburg Backpackers promises to make your stay comfortable and fun!
From dorms to deluxe double en suites, our rooms are incredibly clean and comfortable, and all of your linen and towels are supplied. With a large funky bar, lots of chill out space and a brand new swimming pool, there's no better way to spend your time!

About the area
Within a 5 minute walk is the popular and funky area of Greenside with its vibrant main road full of great restaurants - from sushi or Indian to the authentic shebeen experience at Mama ’s Shebeen. There are also plenty of trendy cafés, bars, shops and galleries in the area.

Emmarentia is known as the Green Heart of Johannesburg. With the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens and Emmarentia Dam right around the corner there’s plenty of open spaces for walks and picnics. There are also regular outdoor concerts at the Dam where you can catch some famous South African musical talents. Transportation can be arranged to any other attractions in Johannesburg including the museums and shopping centres.