Lodges and log cabins

Swallowtail Country Estate

• Peaceful site in the village of Hogsback, just off the R345
• Easy access to walking trails and waterfalls in Hogsback State Forest
• Indoor braai area with pool table and darts; outdoor play area

The Growcery Camp

• 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

Spinlea Farm

• 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

Steenbokkie Nature Reserve

• 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

Jesa Caravan Park

• Small site with private bathrooms in South Africa's Eastern Cape
• Fishing, watersports, wildlife and walks within 10 minutes' drive
• Individual barbecue areas; firewood, water and ice sold on site

Dimalachite River Lodge

• Well-maintained private park on the banks of the Vaal river
• A 20-minute drive from the towns of Parys and Vredefort
• Fishing, outdoor pool, kayak hire and site-organised rafting trips

Elundini Backpackers

• Eco-friendly rural site in Elundini, high in the Amatola mountains
• Half an hour's drive from Hogsback
• Community activities including bread baking and Xhosa language lessons

Pearson Park Resort

• Family resort in Colchester with stunning views of the Sundays River
• Less than 10 minutes' drive from the entrance to Addo Elephant Park
• Cruises, canoeing and fishing trips organised from the park

Mbizi Game Lodge and Spa

• 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

Mutale Drift Pafuri Gate

• 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

Pafuri Rivercamp

• Secluded bush camp on the banks of the Mutale River
• A 15-minute drive from the Kruger National Park
• Fishing, tubing and birding walks from site; bar, restaurant and pool

Ukholo Lodge

• Family site in the spectacular Fynbos belt of the Western Cape
• Explorers’ dream: hiking, biking, driving trails within 30 minutes
• Paradise for tipplers: vineyards and breweries within easy reach

Country Park Caravan and Camping

• Countryside setting on the outskirts of Johannesburg
• Half an hour from Cradle of Humankind and several game reserves
• Outdoor pool, play area, indigenous garden and small-game viewing

Marlu Farm Stays

• 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

River Cottages Caravan and Camping

• Peaceful spot on the banks of the Vaal River with fishing and canoeing
• Parys half an hour’s walk; Johannesburg one hour and 20 minutes’ drive
• Three swimming pools; barbecues and lapas; cafés and shops in Parys

Bundu Camp

• Spacious rural Free State site 10 minutes' drive from Ventersburg
• A 15-minute drive from game drives in Willem Pretorius Nature Reserve
• On the banks of the Sand River for walks, fishing and swimming

Zonnekus Holiday Resort and Caravan Park

• Family-friendly site half an hour's drive from Cape Town and beaches
• An hour and a half by car from Table Mountain National Park
• Pool with slide; kids' pool; trampolines; shop; café and bar

Harkerville Forest Lodge

The Travelling Tortoise

• 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

Red Sands Country Lodge

• Peaceful Kalahari site just off Highway 14, 10 minutes from Kuruman
• Game drives, mountain bike routes and hikes in a large private reserve
• Restaurant, bar, swimming pool and private braai facilities