

TRIP OVERVIEW
Diverse landscapes, South Africa’s best Big 5 sightings, rivers, waterfalls and streams, lush forests, and majestic gardens all await on this dynamic route. Choose between five boutique glamping locations along the way, or visit them all!
- Magaliesberg
- Waterberg
- Magoebaskloof
- Hoedspruit
- Hazyview
- Magaliesberg
- Waterberg
- Magoebaskloof
- Hoedspruit
- Hazyview
Whether you tick off every stop or pick just a few, each destination brings its own unique landscapes, flavours, and adventures. We’ve gathered some of our favourite highlights to spark inspiration for your trip.
WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR TRIP
Include any of these five AfriCamps locations in your trip (or visit them all). We’ve selected some of our favourite things to see and do at each destination, plus some stops along the way to make sure the journey is just as fun!
The first destination you can include in this route, is Magaliesberg. An easy two-hour drive from Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport. A hiker’s paradise and a well-loved escape from the city.
ACCOMMODATION
THINGS TO SEE & DO
MEALS & DINING
- On-site options:
- Cook-your-own breakfast and braai baskets
- Order in advance
- Restaurant picks:
- Brauhaus Afrika – German flavours and craft beer
- Die Melkstal – best for cakes
- Mitsos Grill – best for grills


GALLERY
AfriCamps Waterberg is the perfect family-friendly safari destination that’s malaria-free and filled to the brim with unique wildlife activities. From stargazing to horseback safaris, from history tours, to the kids playground – this is a family paradise!
ACCOMMODATION
THINGS TO SEE & DO
MEALS & DINING
- On-site:
- Cook-your-own breakfast and braai basket
- Luxury bush dinner
- Sundown picnics
- Champagne picnic for two
- Order in advance
- Restaurant picks:
- Seringa Cafe – best for lunch and baked goods
- Vaalwater Hotel – best for hearty meals
- Lekhalo Safaris & Zipline – best for burgers


GALLERY
Don’t miss this fairytale forest setting for a unique change of scenery on your bush break. Magoebaskloof is known for its incredible flowers, tranquil farm dams and fresh streams. Mountain bikers, birders and hikers can explore and unwind to their heart’s content.
ACCOMMODATION
THINGS TO SEE & DO
MEALS & DINING
- On-site:
- Cook-your-own breakfast and braai baskets
- Cheerio Cafe on-site
- Order in advance
- Restaurant picks:
- Zwakala Brewery – beers and casual dining
- Blueberry Farm Café – best for hearty meals
- Pot n Plow – best for pizza
- Magoebaskloof Farm Stall – best for breakfast
- The Boma – best for burgers
- The Pancake House – best for pancakes and waffles


GALLERY
Hoedspruit is known as the safari capital of South Africa due to its prime location amongst private game reserves, and close vicinity to Kruger National Park. Don’t miss a guided safari or Panorama Route tour departing from the camp.
ACCOMMODATION
THINGS TO SEE & DO
MEALS & DINING
- On-site
- Cook-your-own breakfast and braai baskets
- Order in advance
- Nyala Restaurant on-site
- Restaurant picks:
- The Hat & Creek – African cuisine, seafood, vegetarian-friendly
- Rumble Restaurant – best for Italian
- Sleepers Railway Restaurant – Portuguese and Italian
- Blue Mountain Restaurant – best for vegan


GALLERY
AfriCamps at Mackers in Hazyview is a tranquil oasis on the soothing Sabie River, only 40 minutes’ drive from Kruger National Park. Relax in the beautiful Mpumalanga bush, and take in the sights of the breathtaking Panorama Route. The tropical atmosphere and lush greenery create a stunning backdrop for quality time spent in nature.
ACCOMMODATION
THINGS TO SEE & DO
MEALS & DINING
- On-site:
- Cook-your-own breakfast and braai baskets
- Order in advance
- Restaurant picks:
- Kuka’s Restaurant – best for cocktails
- Pioneer’s Grill – best for grills
- River’s Edge at Hazyview Cabanas – best for pizza
- Topolini’s Italian Restaurant – best for pizza and pasta


GALLERY
The journey is just as sweet as the destination, so we’ve picked some of our favourite farm stalls and pitstops along the way.
Stops between Johannesburg and Magaliesberg (N1, R512, N4):
Stops between Magaliesberg and Waterberg (N4, N1, R33):
Stops between Waterberg and Magoebaskloof (R518, R71, N1):
Stops between Magoebaskloof and Hoedspruit (R36, R71, R40):
Stops between Hoedspruit and Hazyview (R40):
Stops between Hazyview and Johannesburg (N4 & N12):




























































