Student friendly campsites in South Africa
10 bookable campsites in South Africa
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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CradleLicious Farm Camp
Krugersdorp, Gauteng, South Africa- Quiet site 10 minutes drive from the UNESCO-listed Cradle of Humankind
- Maropeng visitor hub 10 minutes’ drive; Bothongo Wondercave 15 minutes
- Café, restaurant and chill-out area; fishing and stargazing available
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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
DeKotzenhof Camp
Wakkerstroom, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Quiet family-friendly site in the Mpumalanga village of Wakkerstroom
- Wakkerstroom wetlands 20 minutes’ walk; Zaaihoek Dam 20 minutes’ drive
- Braai and restaurant; deli and art gallery; mini-golf and trampoline
Busa House
White River, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Well-maintained and peaceful campsite in Mpumalanga’s White River
- On the Panorama Route; Kruger National Park 45 minutes’ drive
- Private facilities and kitchens; pool and play area in leafy gardens
Meijersrust Farm
De Rust, Western Cape, South Africa- Spacious farm site at the foot of the Swartberg mountains
- A 10-minute drive from Meiringspoort waterfall; Oudtshoorn 30 minutes
- A family-run working farm in the Klein Karoo; wild swimming possible
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
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Transkei Rural Escapes
Mbabakazi, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Quiet adults-only bush camp with mountain views in the wild Transkei
- Nqancule River walks nearby; cliff caves to explore
- Off-grid wild campsite with breakfast and dinner available
Beach Farm Camping
Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Back-to-basics site next to Selah surfing beach in the Eastern Cape
- Kap River Conservancy 15 minutes’ drive; Addo Elephant Park two hours
- Tame animals on site; surfing lessons and board hire on the beach
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Shumba Camping Site
Mahikeng, North West, South Africa- Secure and family-friendly site in Lokaleng, North West Province
- Mafikeng Game Reserve and the Botswana border 40 minutes’ drive
- Setswana dishes served in the restaurant; pool and quad bike hire
Spinlea Farm
Greyton, Western Cape, South Africa- Peaceful, simple and spacious Western Cape farm site
- A 20-minute drive to Greyton; 45 minutes to Franschhoek
- Trail runs, mountain biking and swimming dam on site
Inibos Luxury Bush Camp
Marble Hall, Limpopo, South Africa- Stays on a 700-hectare wildlife reserve home to 22 animal species
- Half an hour’s drive from Marblehall and three hours from Johannesburg
- Swimming pool, game drives, hiking, hunting, horse riding and fishing
Kroon Lodge
Hanover, Northern Cape, South Africa- In wildflower country between the Namaqua National Park and Goegap
- A five-minute drive from Kamisekroon and 45 to Springbok
- Central amenities, general store, curio shop and management 24/7
Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve
Touws River, Western Cape, South Africa- Stay on a private nature reserve in the Karoo
- Adventurers’ paradise: 4x4, hiking, biking and climbing
- Top spot for stargazing
Citrus Creek
Citrusdal, Western Cape, South Africa- Friendly-family resort on the banks of the Olifants, 2h from Cape Town
- Book horse-riding treks on the site's friendly horses
- Braai area, play area and communal room: 9-hole golf course opposite
M'kama
De Vlugt, Western Cape, South Africa- Secluded riverside bush site in the Western Cape mountains
- Kammanassie Reserve 15 mins; Knysna Forest and Elephant Park 1.5 hour
- 40 minutes to shops and pubs in Uniondale
Mbizi Game Lodge and Spa
Bela-Bela, Limpopo, South Africa- Smart bush resort 20 minutes' drive from Bela-Bela
- A 15-minute drive from activities and spa days at Warmbaths resort
- Indoor and outdoor pools, miniature golf, spa, bars and restaurant
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
The Growcery Camp
Vioolsdrift Settlement, Northern Cape, South Africa- On the banks of the Orange River, with spectacular mountain views
- Fishing rod, canoe and kayak rental
- Restaurant, bar, communal meals, braais and a herb and veg garden
Ukholo Lodge
Citrusdal, Western Cape, South Africa- Family site in the spectacular Fynbos belt of the Western Cape
- Explorers’ dream: hiking, biking, driving trails within 30 minutes
- Paradise for tipplers: vineyards and breweries within easy reach
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
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