Forest campgrounds in South Africa
5 bookable campsites in South Africa
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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
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
Little 5 Camp
Gravelotte, Limpopo, South Africa- Limpopo site next to the Selati river, on the road to Phalaborwa
- A 35-minute drive from the Phalaborwa Gate at Kruger National Park
- Family-friendly safari tents with private kitchens; wildlife on site
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
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
Bushwillow Camping
Kenton-on-Sea, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Wooded bush area near Kenton on South Africa's smashing Sunshine coast
- A short drive to the Kariega Game Reserve and lots of good beaches
- Lots of trees, open space and a playground
The Travelling Tortoise
De Rust, Western Cape, South Africa- Off-grid eco retreat six and a half kilometres from De Rust
- Set in the Klein Karoo area with spectacular views
- Outdoor pool and modern shower and toilet block
Amanzimlotzi Riverside Bush Camp
Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa- Small family-run bushveld site on the banks of the Klaserie river
- Kruger National Park tours available on site
- Plunge pool, kitchen and covered eating lapa
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
Tava Lingwe Game Lodge
Vredefort, Free State, South Africa- Luxury game lodge over 170 hectares of farmland
- Game drives and lion tours available directly from the lodge
- Two pools and a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner
Rooihoogte Guest Cottage and Camping
Carolina, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Secluded farm site where mountains and grasslands meet
- In a region famed as one of the most biodiverse in the world
- Fish for bass and trout in pristine waters
Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Clarens, Free State, South Africa- Remote site deep in the stunningly scenic Maluti mountains
- Huge site with off-roading trails, hiking paths and river for fishing
- Top spot for stargazing, with clear night skies
Eagle Falls Country Lodge and Camping
George, Western Cape, South Africa- Remote site above the Molen River Gorge in the Kammanassie Valley
- Hikes from site; half an hour's drive from Kammanassie Nature Reserve
- Bar, restaurant, 4x4 driving trails, horse treks and air rifle range
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
Woody Cape Nature Lodge
Alexandria, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Rural camping a few minutes' stroll from a spectacular sandy beach
- Access the famed Alexandria Trail straight from the grounds
- Bar, restaurant, braai facilities and two pools
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
Mutale Drift Pafuri Gate
Bende Mutale, Limpopo, South Africa- Quiet off-grid rural cabin just outside the village of Bende Mutale
- A 10-minute drive from the Pafuri Gate into Kruger National Park
- Covered deck area with braai overlooking the Mutale river
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
Loch Maree Guest Farm and Field Camp
Askham, Northern Cape, South Africa- Unfenced farm site with swimming pool and views of the Kalahari Desert
- Just over an hour's drive from the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
- Private reserve with lookout point, 4x4 trail and sunset game drives
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