8 nearly wild Tent campgrounds and tent camping parks in South Africa
8 bookable campsites with tent sites in South Africa
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Hippo Farms Camping
Komatipoort, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Quiet pitches by the Komati River 10 minutes’ drive from Komatipoort
- Kambaku Golf Course 15 minutes’ drive; Kruger National Park 25 minutes
- Fishing, sunset boat cruises and barbecues all available on site
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
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
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
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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
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
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
Mmabolela
Swartwater, Limpopo, South Africa- Camping pitches by the Limpopo River on a private Swartwater reserve
- Mountain biking, horse riding and four-wheel drive safaris from site
- Communal camping kitchen and firepit, plunge pool and star gazing
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
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
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
Thabaphaswa Mountain Sanctuary
Mokopane, Limpopo, South Africa- Small site with pool and mountain views in Witvinger Nature Reserve
- Adventure camping within 50 minutes' drive of Polokwane Game Reserve
- Half an hour from hikes and biking trails in Percy Fyfe Nature Reserve
Pabala Private Nature Reserve
Lourie, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Private game reserve 15 minutes' drive from the N2 Garden Route
- Half an hour's drive from the beach and watersports at Jeffreys Bay
- Pool, bar, braai area and organised excursions on site
Rocky Drift Private Nature Reserve
Emgwenya, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Private nature reserve with direct access to the Joubert Spruit river
- A five-minute drive to Elands River Falls and 15 to Emgwenya town
- Campfires and barbecues allowed; natural water supply on site
Op-Die-Plaas Kamp
Ladismith, Western Cape, South Africa- On a working farm with mountainous scenery and trees all around
- Towerkop Nature Reserve within 10 mins’ drive, Amalienstein in 35 mins
- Play area, barbecues and firepits; hikes straight from the site
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
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
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
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