Student friendly campgrounds in East South Africa
4 bookable campsites in East South Africa
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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
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
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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
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
Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve
Emgwenya, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Private nature reserve with direct access to the Joubert Spruit river
- A five-minute drive to Elands River Falls and 15 to Emgwenya town
- Campfires and barbecues allowed; natural water supply on site
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
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
Elundini Backpackers
Hogsback, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Eco-friendly rural site in Elundini, high in the Amatola mountains
- Half an hour's drive from Hogsback
- Community activities including bread baking and Xhosa language lessons
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
Mac Mac Forest Retreat
Sabie, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Peaceful forest camp with trails to Mac Mac Falls
- Within 25 minutes of God's Window and Mount Sheba Nature Reserve
- An hour's drive from the Kruger National Park's Phabeni gate
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
Wavecrest Holiday Resort
Amanzimtoti, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Quiet eco-friendly and wildlife haven site, 300 metres from the beach
- A 15-minute drive from Amanzimtoti and 30 minutes from Durban
- Pool, play area and games room; tea garden just across the road
La Belle Esperance Adventure Farm
Charlestown, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Peaceful, safe and secure farm site in the KZN mountains
- A 20-minute drive from Volksrust and 45 minutes from Newcastle
- Simple pitches by a river for birdwatching and swimming
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
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
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
Arendsnes Holiday and Conference Centre
Chintsa, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Family-run resort in Chintsa, 200 metres from an 8km-long beach
- 8km from game drives and outdoor activities at a private game reserve
- Hiking trail, tractor rides and cable car on site
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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