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Kouga Wilderness

Scenic surroundings (added by manager 24 Jan 2019)

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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.

Site type

Open all year

Languages spoken

English

Features

Dogs allowed low season only

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Playground

Recreation room/arcade

TV room

Takeout

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Free wifi

Grocery store

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundromat

Parent & baby washroom

Payphone

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Restrooms

Shower available

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed low season only

Themes

Hikers’ paradise

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

Propane/gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

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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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?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites

Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

Arrival and departure times may be adjusted if arranged with management.
Read more