Lake and/or mountain: Campgrounds in South Africa
6 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Highover Wildlife Sanctuary
Richmond, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Rural site on a 3,000-hectare nature reserve a half-hour from Richmond
- 11km of river frontage for fishing, swimming and canoeing
- Trail maps available for hikes, mountain biking and game drives
Sabie River Camp
Sabie, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Family resort on the Sabie River and the famed Panorama Route
- A 10-minute drive from Sabie Falls; an hour from Kruger National Park
- Heated rock pool, cold-water pool, open-air bar and playground
Swallowtail Country Estate
Hogsback, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Peaceful site in the village of Hogsback, just off the R345
- Easy access to walking trails and waterfalls in Hogsback State Forest
- Indoor braai area with pool table and darts; outdoor play area
Modimolle Holiday Resort
Modimolle, Limpopo, South Africa- Family holiday park in shady bushveld near Modimolle in Limpopo
- Half an hour’s drive to Thaba Kwena Crocodile Farm and game reserves
- Shared barbecue, swimming pools, sports courts and kids’ entertainment
Numbi Caravan Park
Hazyview, Mpumalanga, South Africa- 10-hectare site set in subtropical garden surrounds
- A 15-minute drive to Kruger National Park; 45 to Blyde River Canyon
- Outdoor pool, bar-restaurant, shared kitchen and 24-hour security
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
Rooihoogte Guest Cottage and Camping
Carolina, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Secluded farm site where mountains and grasslands meet
- In a region famed as one of the most biodiverse in the world
- Fish for bass and trout in pristine waters
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
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
Bonamanzi Game Reserve
Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Safe and spacious site on a 4000-hectare privately-owned game reserve
- On the outskirts of Hluhluwe; an hour and 20 minutes' drive to the sea
- On the outskirts of Hluhluwe; an hour and 20 minutes' drive to the sea
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
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
Woodbourne Resort
Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa- Friendly family-run resort 10 minutes' drive from Knysna town
- A short walk from the beach and a kilometre from Knysna Heads
- Swimming pool, playground, trampoline and braai facilities on site
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