Kouga Wilderness
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Add your business details- 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
As places to settle go, Kouga Wilderness is clearly something pretty special: the Ferreira family set up here on their Eastern Cape farm, about 40 minutes' drive from Joubertina, all the way back in 1815 – and they haven’t budged since.
These days, the family farms sheep and apricots and harvests honeybush tea; you’re welcome to peer over their shoulders at the farming practices as they work – it’s particularly interesting from December to mid-February while harvesting and sun-drying are in progress.
And there’s plenty more to see and do in the stunning surrounds: the farm is part of the Baviaanskloof nature reserve, with a backdrop of the Kouga mountains and several streams and rivers running nearby for swims and fishing (dangle a rod into the Kouga river for black bass, or look out for rare redwing fish in the mountain streams). Hiking/mountain bike trails and rock climbing routes (bring your own kit) are close by, and the folk at the farm can take you out for a scenic drive or point you towards four wheel drive trails if you’re feeling adventurous.
Back at base there’s a playground and a splash pool to cool off in, and plenty of space to sit quietly and observe the local bird life (fish eagles among them). Braai areas are provided, either out in the open or under cover; you’ll need to take a jaunt to Joubertina for your edibles so it's a good idea to come well stocked with supplies to stash in the kitchen's fridge or freezer.
Campground type
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8Open all year
Languages spoken
English
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Features
Dogs allowed low season only
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed low season onlyThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilities Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Kouga Wilderness
PO Box 9
Joubertina
Eastern Cape
South Africa
6410
Directions Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
-33.71526°N
23.84258°W
Route directions
Turn off the R62 two kilometres east of Joubertina at the Kouga Wildernis sign, then follow the signs for 25 kilometres up to the farmhouse. It’s a rugged mountain road so usually takes around an hour.
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
Clearly you’ll be wanting to spend much of your time here exploring your immediate surrounds, but when it’s time for a change of scenery, you may like to set forth for the coast and a day on the sandy beach at Eersterivierstrand (an hour and a half’s drive).
Need more adventure in your life? This stretch of coast is well supplied with adrenaline activities: Tsitsikamma National Park (an hour and a half) is a hub for ziplining, tubing, abseiling and canopy tours through the ancient rainforest – where some of the trees are around 700 years old.
Still craving more? The highest commercial bungee jump in the world is an hour and 45 minutes’ drive away at Bloukrans Bridge.
Those who’d prefer to keep their feet firmly down at ground level should steer instead to the shaded tree-lined paths of Skrijwershoek Arboretum (45 minutes) or get close up to the rescue animals at the Tsitsikamma Wolf Sanctuary (an hour and 20 minutes).
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- Does Kouga Wilderness have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Kouga Wilderness dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Kouga Wilderness? Clearly you’ll be wanting to spend much of your time here exploring your immediate surrounds, but when it’s time for a change of scenery, you may like to set forth for the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Kouga Wilderness?
Camping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. Arrival and departure times may be adjusted if arranged with management.
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