Lake and/or mountain: Campsites in South Africa
7 bookable campsites in South Africa
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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
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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
- Near the Kamonande Game Park, home to many species of plains game
Op-i-Plaas Bush Camp
Ohrigstad, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Rural bush site off the R36 15 minutes from Ohrigstad
- Handy stopover for travellers on the Panorama Route
- Artist-owned site with sculptures and other works on display
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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
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Slievyre Game Farm
Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Stands on a 5000-acre game farm 20 minutes' drive from Estcourt
- More than 70 km of trail on the farm for walking, quad biking or 4WD
- Outdoor pool and play area on site; guided game drives available
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Spinlea Farm
Greyton, Western Cape, South Africa- Peaceful, simple and spacious Western Cape farm site
- A 20-minute drive to Greyton; 45 minutes to Franschhoek
- Trail runs, mountain biking and swimming dam on site
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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
Little 5 Camp
Hoedspruit, Limpopo, South Africa- Limpopo glamping site in the Guernsey Private Nature Reserve
- Kruger National Park 45 minutes’ drive; Blyde River Canyon 90 minutes
- Family-friendly safari tents with private kitchens; wildlife on site
Kranzkraal
Sutherland, Northern Cape, South Africa- We are a working farm and believe the transformative power of nature
- Unforgettable echo-friendly stay designed to reconnect with yourself
- Cozy cottages to Wild Camping, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes
Harriets Venture
Thabazimbi, Limpopo, South Africa- Small, scenic Limpopo campsite at the foot of the Kransberg mountains
- A 10-minute drive to the entrance gate for Marakele National Park
- Swimming pool, shared fire pit and lots of space for kids to play
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
Hluhluwe Bush Camp
Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Spacious KwaZulu-Natal site on the edge of iSimangaliso Wetland Park
- A half-hour drive from Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park, a Big Five park
- Open-air pool, braai facilities and farmstall with fresh food
Modimolle Holiday Resort
Modimolle, Limpopo, South Africa- Family holiday park in shady bushveld near Modimolle in Limpopo
- Half an hour’s drive to Thaba Kwena Crocodile Farm and game reserves
- Communal braai, swimming pools, sports courts and kids’ entertainment
Bonamanzi Game Reserve
Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Safe and spacious site on a 4000-hectare privately-owned game reserve
- On the outskirts of Hluhluwe; an hour and 20 minutes' drive to the sea
- On the outskirts of Hluhluwe; an hour and 20 minutes' drive to the sea
Mmabolela
Swartwater, Limpopo, South Africa- Camping stands by the Limpopo River on a private Swartwater reserve
- Mountain biking, horse riding and four-wheel drive safaris from site
- Communal camping kitchen and fire pit, plunge pool and star gazing
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
Nguni Moon Tepee Camp
Underberg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa- Glamping site five minutes' drive from Underberg
- Close to day trips through the Sani Pass to Lesotho
- Well-equipped kitchen plus braai area and firepit with firewood
Kouga Wilderness
Joubertina, Eastern Cape, South Africa- Bush camp on a family farm an hour's drive from Joubertina
- In the Baviaanskloof nature reserve for hikes, climbing and fishing
- Outdoor swimming pool, playground and communal braai areas
Merry Pebbles Resort
Sabie, Mpumalanga, South Africa- Friendly resort in Mpumalanga province, by the Sabie River
- Waterfall walks and mountain biking trails within 15 minutes' drive
- Heated and cold pools, restaurant, liquor store and mini market
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
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