When can I check in and check out of Maru Djembe?

Camping and touring Arrive: 8 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Maru Djembe?

From R500 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Maru Djembe

From R 500 For 1 night, 4 adults

Swimming pool (added by manager 24 Oct 2022)

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Campsites boast with their own grass patch, braaier with adjustable grid and water point. (added by manager 01 jan 2024)

Aerial view (added by manager 24 oct 2022)

Campsite in untamed bushveld near Hoedspruit in Limpopo province
A 45-minute drive to Kruger National Park and Blyde Dam river cruises
Swimming pool, wildlife walks and stargazing on site; communal braai

Calling nature lovers, adventurers and risk takers… leopards, lions and hyenas prowl the bushveld around Maru Djembe near Hoedspruit, and there are no fences around the site – so this place really hits the spot for an authentic wildlife experience. Zebras, sable antelopes, giraffes, buffalos and warthogs have been known to pay the camp a visit too, so keep a camera handy at all times. Bushveld peace and breaking free from the rat race is what it's all about here. If you love the sounds of the bush and want to zone out on other noise without losing the comforts of modern life, this is a great spot – Maru Djembe is bush camping with quite a few frills attached. Those frills include hot-water showers heated by paraffin heaters (so you’re guaranteed a relaxing soak after a long day of safaris), as well as flushing toilets and water points. At night, solar lights keep the camp illuminated so there won’t be a problem if you’re moving around after dark. As for leisure time, you'll be able to cool off in the swimming pool at sunset, join a guided walk around the estate – and don’t forget to pack your binoculars and a birding book as you’ll maybe get to see black storks and hornbills on your rambles – or gather in the alfresco arena to spot the stars on clear nights and share a communal braai.

Site type

Open all year

Tourist board rating

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
The indoor swimming pool is open between 01/07 and 30/09.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Non-electric grass and gravel pitch

4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch

Ground type: Grass and gravel

Pitch size: Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch

Multiple Trailer tent or Tent or Campervan or Motorhome or Touring caravan allowed per pitch

Pitch size

Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

Ground type

Grass and gravel

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Trailer tent, Tent, Campervan, Motorhome, Touring caravan

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 1 included, 1 max.
Dog(s) allowed 2 included, 2 max.
Fridge 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit
Water hook-up
Wifi at the unit/pitch

Arrival days

From R 500 (R 500) 1 night, 2 adults

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Picnic table

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal freezer

Communal fridge

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Shop nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Maru Djembe

Maru Djembe Gate

188KT Farm York

Portion 4

Hoedspruit

Limpopo

South Africa

1380

Directions

Timezone

Africa/Johannesburg SAST (GMT+02:00)

GPS

-24.24525°N
30.87953°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

A stay at Maru Djembe really is all about the wildlife. The site sits next to several game reserves where you can see Big Five animals (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo) and close to the Phalaborwa (45 minutes’ drive) and Park Orpen (an hour) gates in the famous Kruger National Park, for guided safari tours, evening game drives and horseback treks through the bush. At the foot of the North Eastern Lowveld Drakensberg mountains, Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre (35 minutes) gives guests the chance to interact with elephants, wildebeest and jackals. Or for an animal-feeding encounter with a real difference, meet the hippo hand-raised by humans at Jessica Hippo (half an hour). Want to see the bush from above? Take an early-morning balloon safari (half an hour) to soar over the bush at sunrise, or keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five as you float over the game reserves (and don’t forget the camera). For another perspective on the wild untamed landscapes of the Limpopo region, take a boat from the jetty at Blyde Dam (45 minutes) and cruise down the river canyon lined by soaring cliffs.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

Changes to your holiday

Changes cannot be made once you have booked.

Vehicles

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

General

Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Pool

Only park guests are authorized to use the pool.

Safety

Please do not touch or feed the animals.

General

Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Pool

Please note there is no lifeguard on duty.

Arrivals and departures

Please pick any available site on arrival.

General

Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and trunks must be closed quietly.

Pool

Swimsuits are required and cut-offs or Bermuda shorts are not permitted.
The indoor swimming pool is open between 01/07 and 30/09.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Arrivals and departures

The park will send you further check-in information 1 day(s) before your arrival.

Reception

There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Dogs

The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.

General

This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Visitors

Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Payment terms

Does Maru Djembe have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
Is Maru Djembe dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Maru Djembe? A stay at Maru Djembe really is all about the wildlife. The site sits next to several game reserves where you can see Big Five animals (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo) … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Maru Djembe?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 8 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Depart by: 1 p.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Maru Djembe? From R500 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Camping and touring
Arrive:	8 a.m. –	11:30 p.m.
Depart by:	1 p.m.

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