Spectacular scenery: Campsites in South Africa
9 bookable campsites in South Africa
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Moretele River Lodge
Hammanskraal, Gauteng, South Africa- Peaceful park by the Moretele river in the Dinokeng Game Reserve
- A 40-minute drive north of Pretoria; 45 minutes to Cullinan
- Outdoor pool and lake beach for swimming; game drives to book
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
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Impala Game Ranch
Cullinan, Gauteng, South Africa- Bushveld campsite 35 minutes’ drive from Cullinan in Gauteng
- Nyathi Gate to Dinokeng Game Reserve 10 minutes’ drive
- Hardstanding pitches with private showers; pool and shooting range
Areena Riverside Resort
East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Family-friendly campsite on the Eastern Cape’s Kwelera River
- Glen Eden Lagoon 10 minutes’ drive and East London half an hour
- Quad biking, archery and abseiling; meet-and-greet Abby the giraffe
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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
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
Maru Djembe
Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa- Campsite in untamed bushveld near Hoedspruit in Limpopo province
- A 45-minute drive to Kruger National Park and Blyde Dam river cruises
- Swimming pool, wildlife walks, shared barbecue and stargazing on site
Meijersrust Farm
De Rust, Western Cape, South Africa- Spacious farm site at the foot of the Swartberg mountains
- A 10-minute drive from Meiringspoort waterfall; Oudtshoorn 30 minutes
- A family-run working farm in the Klein Karoo; wild swimming possible
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
Joalani Guest Farm
Murraysburg, Western Cape, South Africa- Stay on a family-friendly working farm in the stunning Karoo region
- A 20-minute drive from spectacular Three Sisters hikes
- On-site swimming pool to cool down during hot summer months
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
Kam'Bati River Resort
Swellendam, Western Cape, South Africa- Family-friendly site on the banks of the Breede river
- Restaurant/bar, miniature golf and outdoor swimming pool
- Near to national park, nature reserve and wineries
Boelamien Rivercamp
Alldays, Limpopo, South Africa- Peaceful family-friendly site in the South African bushveld
- Top spot for wildlife spotting and stunning African sunsets
- Fishing paradise on the banks of the Limpopo river
Glensheiling Caravan Park
Nottingham Road, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Peaceful site in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands Meander
- Waterfront location, with kayaking, fishing and swimming in the lake
- Communal barbecue area, playground and outdoor swimming pool
Red Sands Country Lodge
Kuruman, Northern Cape, South Africa- Peaceful Kalahari site just off Highway 14, 10 minutes from Kuruman
- Game drives, mountain bike routes and hikes in a large private reserve
- Restaurant, bar, swimming pool and private braai facilities
River Cottages Caravan and Camping
Riastuine AH, North West, South Africa- Peaceful spot on the banks of the Vaal River with fishing and canoeing
- Parys half an hour’s walk; Johannesburg one hour and 20 minutes’ drive
- Three swimming pools; barbecues and lapas; cafés and shops in Parys
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
Kleinzee Caravan Park
Kleinsee, Northern Cape, South Africa- Family-friendly site in an old De Beers mining town
- Wildlife haven in Namaqualand: flowers, birds and seal-watching
- Easy 10-minute walk from sandy beaches
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