The GPS coordinates for the Cata Hall are S32.5945 degrees E27.1244 degrees.
One can get to Cata by minibus taxi, but it is a difficult and very time-consuming exercise. If you do not have a car, discuss alternative arrangements with Boniswa.
Please note that it is easy to get lost. There are sign-posts, but they are small and difficult to read. Plan your journey so that you arrive in Cata during daylight.
Directions to Cata from Dimbaza
Just after Dimbaza, turn right onto the R352 to Keiskammahoek. Drive into the town, over a small bridge. At the four-way intersection, turn right into the main road that runs through the town. Proceed through the town. At the end of the town you will go over a bridge.Turn left on the other side of the bridge, just in front of a building with the sign ‘Opstal’ on it. Follow the gravel road. SS Gida Hospital will be on your left. It is 17km from Keiskammahoek to Cata. Keep going straight on the gravel road until you see a sign to the Cata clinic. Turn right. This road runs hugs the hillside and winds its way to the village - the impressive Cata Dam will be on your right.
The Cata community hall is behind the clinic (take the slip-road to the left of the clinic). The tourism office is in the hall.
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Feel the heartbeat of an ordinary Xhosa village - opt for a homestay and live with one of the Cata families for the duration of your stay. Perhaps you might like to have your evening beer at the local tavern and meet your neighbours. read more
From the newly-built chalets you can enjoy the view of the mountains and the Cata Dam on the road to Keiskammahoek. You can opt for self-catering or have meals prepared for you in traditional Xhosa style. read more
Cata is a paradise for children… bicycling or horse-riding or learning a little of the local language. And, of course, they could meet the local children and together with them, look for cattle in the afternoon.
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