How much does it cost to stay at Maru Djembe?

From €25.26 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Maru Djembe

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Swimming pool (added by manager 24 Oct 2022)

Campsites boast with their own grass patch, braaier with adjustable grid and water point.

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

Calling nature lovers, adventurers and risk takers… leopards, lions and hyenas prowl the bushveld around Maru Djembe near Hoedspruit, and there are no fences around the site – so this place really hits the spot for an authentic wildlife experience. Zebras, sable antelopes, giraffes, buffalos and warthogs have been known to pay the camp a visit too, so keep a camera handy at all times. Bushveld peace and breaking free from the rat race is what it's all about here. If you love the sounds of the bush and want to zone out on other noise without losing the comforts of modern life, this is a great spot – Maru Djembe is bush camping with quite a few frills attached. Those frills include hot-water showers heated by paraffin heaters (so you’re guaranteed a relaxing soak after a long day of safaris), as well as flushing toilets and water points. At night, solar lights keep the camp illuminated so there won’t be a problem if you’re moving around after dark. As for leisure time, you'll be able to cool off in the swimming pool at sunset, join a guided walk around the estate (don’t forget to pack your binoculars and a birding book as you may see black storks and hornbills on your rambles) or gather in the alfresco arena to spot the stars on clear nights and share a communal barbecue.

Site type

Open all year

Tourist board rating

Please note

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
The indoor swimming pool is open between 01/07 and 30/09.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Non-electric grass and gravel pitch

4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch

Ground type: Grass and gravel

Pitch size: Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch

Multiple Trailer tent or Tent or Touring caravan or Campervan or Motorhome allowed per pitch

Pitch size

Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)

Ground type

Grass and gravel

0 rooms

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Trailer tent, Tent, Touring caravan, Campervan, Motorhome

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 1 included, 1 max.
Dog(s) allowed 2 included, 2 max.
Fridge 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit
Water hook-up
Wifi at the unit/pitch

Other restrictions

Arrival days

From ZAR 500 (ZAR 500) 1 night, 2 adults

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Maru Djembe

Maru Djembe Gate

188KT Farm York

Portion 4

Hoedspruit

Limpopo

South Africa

1380

Directions

Timezone

Africa/Johannesburg +0200 (GMT+02:00)

GPS

-24.24525°N
30.87953°W

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

A stay at Maru Djembe really is all about the wildlife. The site sits next to several game reserves where you can see Big Five animals (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo) and close to the Phalaborwa (45 minutes’ drive) and Park Orpen (an hour) gates in the famous Kruger National Park, for guided safari tours, evening game drives and horseback treks through the bush. At the foot of the North Eastern Lowveld Drakensberg mountains, Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre (35 minutes) gives guests the chance to interact with elephants, wildebeest and jackals. Or for an animal-feeding encounter with a real difference, meet the hippo hand-raised by humans at Jessica Hippo (half an hour). Want to see the bush from above? Take an early-morning balloon safari (half an hour) to soar over the bush at sunrise, or keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five as you float over the game reserves (and don’t forget the camera). For another perspective on the wild untamed landscapes of the Limpopo region, take a boat from the jetty at Blyde Dam (45 minutes) and cruise down the river canyon lined by soaring cliffs.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

Changes to your holiday

Changes cannot be made once you have booked.

Vehicles

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

General

Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Pool

Only park guests are authorised to use the pool.

Safety

Please do not touch or feed the animals.

General

Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Pool

Please note there is no lifeguard on duty.

Arrivals and departures

Please pick any available pitch on arrival.

General

Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.

Pool

Swimsuits are obligatory and swimming shorts or Bermuda shorts are not permitted.
The indoor swimming pool is open between 01/07 and 30/09.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Reception

There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Dogs

The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.

General

The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Arrivals and departures

The site will send you further check-in information 1 day(s) before your arrival.

General

This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Visitors

Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Payment terms

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Frequently asked questions

Does Maru Djembe have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
Is Maru Djembe dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Maru Djembe? A stay at Maru Djembe really is all about the wildlife. The site sits next to several game reserves where you can see Big Five animals (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo) … Read more