Campgrounds near a lake or mountain in South Africa
4 bookable campgrounds in South Africa
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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
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
- Many species of plains game on site including wildebeest and zebra
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
Bokloof Guest Farm
Studtis, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Friendly remote farm site in South Africa's Eastern Cape
- In the middle of the mountainous Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve
- Swimming pond, hikes and 4x4 trails from the site
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
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
African Safari Lodge
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Accommodation on a peaceful ridge overlooking the Kariega river
- Under an hour's drive from diving, whale watching and sandy beaches
- Game drives, river boat cruises, guided hikes and fishing on site
Merry Pebbles Resort
Sabie, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Friendly resort in Mpumalanga province, by the Sabie River
- Waterfall walks and mountain biking trails within 15 minutes' drive
- Heated and cold pools, restaurant, liquor store and mini market
Dimalachite River Lodge
Parys, Free State, South Africa- Well-maintained private park on the banks of the Vaal river
- A 20-minute drive from the towns of Parys and Vredefort
- Fishing, outdoor pool, kayak hire and site-organised rafting trips
Nguni Moon Tepee Camp
Underberg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Glamping site five minutes' drive from Underberg
- Close to day trips through the Sani Pass to Lesotho
- Well-equipped kitchen plus braai area and firepit with firewood
Little 5 Camp
Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa- Limpopo glamping site in the Guernsey Private Nature Reserve
- Kruger National Park 45 minutes’ drive; Blyde River Canyon 90 minutes
- Family-friendly safari tents with private kitchens; wildlife on site
Rivier-Oord Vaalwater
Vaalwater, Limpopo, South Africa- On the banks of the Magol River: fish for carp, perch and barbel
- Vaalwater setting for stays and overnights on the way to Botswana
- Playground, braai facilities, bar, large lawns and a tractor museum
Mmabolela
Swartwater, Limpopo, South Africa- Camping pitches by the Limpopo River on a private Swartwater reserve
- Mountain biking, horse riding and four-wheel drive safaris from site
- Communal camping kitchen and firepit, plunge pool and star gazing
Kranzkraal
Sutherland, Northern Cape, South AfricaRiver Goose Camp Site
Bonnievale, Western Cape, South Africa- Pretty farm site on the River Breede, set among lush green nature
- Under 15 minutes’ drive to Bonnievale and 30 to Robertson Wine Valley
- Swimming, canoeing, fishing and birdwatching available at the park
Cherry Glamping
Grabouw, Western Cape, South Africa- Luxury bell tents in the spectacular Elgin valley
- A 15-minute drive from Grabouw and 90 minutes from Cape Town
- Forest setting with access to cycling, hiking and trail running routes
Riverbend Chalets and Campsite
Umtentweni, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Peaceful site on the banks of the Mtentweni river
- A few minutes' drive from the beach resort of Umtentweni
- Fishing, braai facilities and canoe hire available on site
Peace of Eden
Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa- Vegan- and vegetarian-friendly site on the scenic Garden Route
- Live alongside nature: baboons, monkeys and bird song around the site
- A 20-minute drive from beaches, watersports and sandboarding
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
Pafuri Rivercamp
Bende Mutale, Limpopo, South Africa- Secluded bush camp on the banks of the Mutale River
- A 15-minute drive from Kruger National Park
- Fishing, tubing and birding walks from site; bar, restaurant and pool
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