Student friendly campgrounds in South Africa
7 bookable campsites in South Africa
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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
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Shumba Camping Site
Mahikeng, North West, South Africa- Secure and family-friendly site in Lokaleng, North West Province
- Mafikeng Game Reserve and the Botswana border 40 minutes’ drive
- Setswana dishes served in the restaurant; pool and quad bike hire
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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
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
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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
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
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
Busa House
White River, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Well-maintained and peaceful campsite in Mpumalanga’s White River
- On the Panorama Route; Kruger National Park 45 minutes’ drive
- Private facilities and kitchens; pool and play area in leafy gardens
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
Kroon Lodge
Hanover, Northern Cape, South Africa- In wildflower country between the Namaqua National Park and Goegap
- A five-minute drive from Kamisekroon and 45 to Springbok
- Central amenities, general store, curio shop and management 24/7
Rooiheuwel Holiday Farm
Beaufort West, Western Cape, South Africa- Scenic site in the Great Karoo region’s Nuweveld Mountain escarpment
- A 35-minute drive from Leeu-Gamka and an hour from Beaufort West
- Outdoor pool and braai facilities; hiking, cycling and 4x4 tours
Steenbokkie Nature Reserve
Beaufort West, Western Cape, South Africa- Family site on a working farm and private nature reserve
- Hikers' and bikers' haven: a 30-minute drive from Karoo National Park
- Meet the farm animals, and the springbok and wildebeest that wander in
Thorn Tree Bush Camp
Hammanskraal, Gauteng, South Africa- Family-friendly site in Dinokeng Big Five Game Reserve
- An hour’s drive from Pretoria; an hour and a half to Jo’burg
- Stargazers’ paradise: top spot for views of the clear night sky
Enjo Nature Farm
Clanwilliam, Western Cape, South Africa- Pet-friendly guest farm on a spur of the stunning Cape Flower Route
- An hour from Clanwilliam and 30 minutes from Sevilla Rock Art Trail
- Spring-fed pool, hiking and biking trails, braai areas, honesty bar
Mbizi Game Lodge and Spa
Bela-Bela, Limpopo, South Africa- Smart bush resort 20 minutes' drive from Bela-Bela
- A 15-minute drive from activities and spa days at Warmbaths resort
- Indoor and outdoor pools, miniature golf, spa, bars and restaurant
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
The Growcery Camp
Vioolsdrift Settlement, Northern Cape, South Africa- On the banks of the Orange River, with spectacular mountain views
- Fishing rod, canoe and kayak rental
- Restaurant, bar, communal meals, braais and a herb and veg garden
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