Dog Friendly Campsites in South Africa
7 bookable campsites in South Africa
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Areena Riverside Resort
East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Family-friendly campsite on the Eastern Cape’s Kwelera River
- Glen Eden Lagoon 10 minutes’ drive and East London half an hour
- Quad biking, archery and abseiling; meet-and-greet Abby the giraffe
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Tweni Lagoon Resort
Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Small family-friendly waterside resort at Umtentweni in KwaZulu-Natal
- Leopard Rock and Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve both 40 minutes’ drive
- Swimming pool, kids’ gym and zipwire; communal braai with lagoon views
Springbok Caravan Park
Springbok, Northern Cape, South Africa- Peaceful site one mile out of Springbok town
- Deep in Namaqualand; excellent stopover for trips to and from Namibia
- Pool and laundry services on site; well-maintained facilities
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Elevated Valley View Campsite
Vaalwater, Limpopo, South Africa- Back to basics Limpopo wild camping site with stunning views
- A 20-minute drive to Vaalwater; 25 minutes to Jugomaro Predator Park
- Near the Kamonande Game Park, home to many species of plains game
Maru Djembe
Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa- 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, shared barbecue and stargazing on site
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Slievyre Game Farm
Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Pitches on a 5000-acre game farm 20 minutes' drive from Estcourt
- More than 70 km of trail on site for walking, quad biking or 4WD
- Outdoor pool and play area on site; guided game drives available
Op-i-Plaas Bush Camp
Ohrigstad, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Rural bush site off the R36 15 minutes' drive from Ohrigstad
- Handy stopover for travellers on the Panorama Route
- Artist-owned site with sculptures and other works on display
Kranzkraal
Sutherland, Northern Cape, South Africa
Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Clarens, Free State, South Africa- Remote site deep in the stunningly scenic Maluti mountains
- Huge site with off-roading trails, hiking paths and river for fishing
- Top spot for stargazing, with clear night skies
Woody Cape Nature Lodge
Alexandria, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Rural camping a few minutes' stroll from a spectacular sandy beach
- Access the famed Alexandria Trail straight from the grounds
- Bar, restaurant, braai facilities and two pools
Baviaans Lodge
Joubertina, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Peaceful, rural site in the Kouga Mountains and Baviaanskloof reserve
- A 55-minute drive from Joubertina; woodland walks straight from site
- Stone swimming pool, pub and dining room, meals and drinks available
Jesa Caravan Park
Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Small site with private bathrooms in South Africa's Eastern Cape
- Fishing, watersports, wildlife and walks within 10 minutes' drive
- Individual barbecue areas; firewood, water and ice sold on site
Kouga Wilderness
Joubertina, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Bush camp on a family farm 40 minutes' drive from Joubertina
- In the Baviaanskloof nature reserve for hikes, climbing and fishing
- Outdoor swimming pool, playground and communal braai areas
Kingfisher Cottages
Port Saint Johns, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Self-contained cottages with sea views on the Agate Terrace
- Half an hour's drive or short ferry ride from Port St Johns
- Well-equipped kitchens, plus outdoor area with portable barbecue
Bundu Camp
Ventersburg, Free State, South Africa- Spacious rural Free State site 10 minutes' drive from Ventersburg
- A 15-minute drive from game drives in Willem Pretorius Nature Reserve
- On the banks of the Sand River for walks, fishing and swimming
Pearson Park Resort
Colchester, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Family resort in Colchester with stunning views of the Sundays River
- Less than 10 minutes' drive from the entrance to Addo Elephant Park
- Cruises, canoeing and fishing trips organised from the site
At The Nest
Rouxville, Free State, South Africa- Garden-filled 21-hectare site just off the Friendly N6 Route
- A 10-minute drive from Aliwal North and two hours from Bloemfontein
- Retro-style diner on site for breakfasts, meals and drinks
Marlu Farm Stays
Steytlerville, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Friendly working farm by the Groot River in South Africa's Karoo
- Three renowned nature reserves within just over an hour's drive
- Fishing and 4x4 trails on site; home-cooked meals and fresh bread
Baviaanskloof Uitspan
Willowmore, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Smart and spacious bush site 45 minutes’ drive from Willowmore
- Hiking trails and four-wheel drive routes by the site
- By the Baviaanskloof river, with a rope slide and swimming pool
Rubicon Camping
Rhodes, Eastern Cape, South Africa- On the grounds of a historical sandstone school with mountain views
- A 10-minute walk to Rhodes; a 50-minute drive to Tiffindell Ski Resort
- Shop, restaurant and barbecue facilities on site; brewery nearby
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