Your wonderful hosts, Louwtjie and Monica, look forward to welcoming you to their farm, where you can experience their piece of heaven in the Greater Kruger Lowveld.

The farm has been in the Roux family for over 70 years, having been bought in 1948. Louwtjie’s parents, Louw and Rebekka Roux, took over the farm in 1989 to retire.

Louwtjie, who is also a qualified guide, pursued his career in tourism and nature conservation in the Kruger National Park. In 1999, he dedicated himself to the family farm as the fourth generation to settle here, with the ambition to create a homely tourist destination. The farm has since become a popular fishing, nature, and safari destination, and, from 1 November 2019, the newest addition to AfriCamps Boutique Glamping.

For the Roux family, the opportunity to provide a travel destination that boasts comfort, style, homegrown hospitality, and rugged African bushveld has always been a dream. They consider it a privilege to offer a gateway to the Kruger National Park and the beautiful wilderness of the Lowveld, providing travelers with an unforgettable experience.

Check-in: From 14h00 to 17h00 on day of arrival
Check-out: Before 10h00 on day of departure

Check-in arrangements need to be made and guests are kindly requested to inform the specific AfriCamps host of their estimated time of arrival. This way you are ensured of a smooth check-in experience. You will receive the host’s telephone number in your bookings confirmation email. For check-in after 17h00 please call the hosts at the camp to make arrangements. You will receive an SMS message from your host in advance of your stay.

Malaria risk

Although Hoedspruit is a low risk malaria area, we recommend you consult your doctor about the necessary precautions, especially if you are visiting Kruger National Park during your stay. Your doctor will have the most up to date information about low, medium, and high risk areas.

Malaria is mosquito borne disease transmitted exclusively through the bite of the female Anopheles mosquito. The highest risk period is between November and April – the end of the summer rainy season. 

Music

Out of consideration for fellow guests, no noise, parties or music is allowed in the camp unless the guest has booked the entire camp. This is a family-friendly camp and we aim to maintain a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

Swimming

Go for a dip at the camp pool or unwind with a drink while watching from the poolside.

CANOEING

Guests are welcome to use the dam for rowing – the perfect place to angle from. Please bring your own canoes or kayaks and oars.

FOR THE KIDS

Guests are welcome to bring bicycles for the kids. The kids love cycling around the camp. Take the kids to see how the game is fed! Feeding of the game takes place between 17h00 and 18h00 daily.

FISHING

This AfriCamps location is perfect for avid fishermen as all 11 tents are located on the dam. This spot has been a favourite among local fishermen for years and you can catch carp, bass, bream, and barbel typically weighing up to 10 kg!

Please note the following important fishing rules – we love our fish!

Carp fishing: Only specimen anglers with the correct fishing gear are allowed to fish for carp. Fishing is strictly catch-and-release; no fish are allowed to be kept in keepnets. An unhooking mat is compulsory and available at the camp. Only weight slings – no lip grippers are allowed. Guests are only allowed to fish for carp with one hook and a swivel. The minimum line capacity is 15 lb/6.8 kg. Carp should be handled in the water only, using an unhooking mat and landing net. Do not hold fish by their gills. No breaking off. No carp sacks are allowed. No uncooked or dry bait is permitted.

Bass, bream and barbell fishing: All fish are catch-and-release. Please handle the fish respectfully. No throwing of fish, please release them in the water safely.

Please enquire from your host, Louwtjie for any specific fishing-related questions before arrival to make sure you have everything you need.

Fishing rates: Adults: R165 pp per day | Children: R50 pp per day (under 12 years)

SPA TREATMENTS AT YOUR TENT

Enjoy a relaxing massage or manicure/pedicure in the privacy of your own accommodation.

Full body massage: R900 pp
Back, neck and shoulders: R900 pp
Mani and Pedi combo: R700 pp

*Advanced bookings are essential

WOOD-FIRED HOT TUBS

All 11 tents have their own wood-fired hot tub. A wood-fired hot tub is the purest form of relaxation. After a day of exploring, relax while listening to the calming crackle of the fire. Or use it as a splash pool on the hotter days. Hoedspruit can reach temperatures in the 40s, so the private splash pool will be the hero of your glamping site in summer.

TOURS DEPARTING FROM THE CAMP

All tours are subject to availability and weather permitting. All tour bookings must be made for a minimum of 2 people. Add these tours to your booking to indicate interest and confirm your booking upon arrival at the camp.

1. Full-day open vehicle safari in Kruger National Park 

Enjoy an open vehicle safari in the world-renowned Kruger National Park with the guidance of a qualified, experienced safari guide. With a huge diversity of Fauna and Flora and endless views, Kruger Park never fails to impress. Throughout the day you will have a breakfast and lunch stop, as well as short stops to relax.

01 October 2024 – 30 September 2025
Non-citizens: R2350 per adult | R1600 per child (6-11 years)
SA citizens:R1995 per adult | R1595 per child (6-11 years)

*No children under 6 years

Included: Entry and conservation fees, transfers, bottled water, waterproof ponchos, and blankets.
Excluded: Beverages, snacks, and meals.
Minimum: 2 Adults

2. Morning/sunset open vehicle safari 

Enjoy an open vehicle safari with a safari guide in a private game reserve, home to an array of wildlife and unspoiled bushveld.

01 October 2024 – 30 September 2025
Cost: R1995 per adult | R1695 per child (6-11 years)

Duration: Morning drive 05h15 – 10h00 | Sunset drive 14h15 – 19h00
Included: Pick up and drop off at your tent, 500ml water, ice, qualified safari guide, 3-hour game drive, and entrance and conservation fees.
Excluded: Snacks and drinks.
Minimum: 2 Adults

3. Morning/sunset safari with breakfast/dinner in a private game reserve

Search for an array of wildlife on this exclusive open-vehicle safari experience. Enjoy a sundowner stop in the bushveld, and end off with a three-course meal in a five-star private lodge.

01 October 2024 – 30 September 2025
Cost: R2495 per adult | R2135 per child (6-11 years)

Duration: 14h30 – 21h00
Included: Transfers to and from camp, 3-hour sunset open vehicle safari, one sundowner drink and snacks, three-course dinner, qualified guides, and drivers.
Excluded: Additional drinks (purchased at the lodge).

COMBOS

COMBO 1: Five-star reserve sunset safari, dinner, and scenic package

Explore wildlife conservation at Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre, home to vultures, eagles, and Stoffel the honey badger. Cruise the scenic Blyde River Canyon, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and antelope along the way. Then, relax at a private game reserve with a welcome drink before embarking on a 3-hour sunset safari led by expert guides. End the day with a three-course dinner at the lodge, returning to your accommodation by 21h30.

01 October 2024 – 30 September 2025
Cost: R3695 per adult | R3265 per child (6-11 years)

Duration: Can be split into 2 days (recommended)
Included: Transfers to and from camp, 2-hour wildlife rehab centre tour, 1.5-hour boat cruise, qualified safari guides and driver, 3-hour open safari vehicle sunset safari/1 sundowner drink and sundowner snacks, 500 ml water, ice, 3-course dinner (beers, soft drinks, and beverages on order at game lodge), all park entrance and conservation fees.
Excluded: Meals (besides boma dinner), beverages, gratuities

COMBO 2: Wildlife safari and scenic package

Discover wildlife conservation at Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre, where you’ll see vultures, predators, and Stoffel the honey badger. Take in breathtaking views of Blyde Canyon and enjoy a boat cruise to spot hippos, crocodiles, and antelope. Then, embark on an off-road sunset or morning safari in a private reserve, where you’ll explore diverse wildlife, including white lions (enclosed) from a breeding project, leopard, Cape buffalo, spotted hyena, giraffe, and many more.

The sunset safari can be moved to a second day, depending on your length of stay, or changed to a morning safari.

01 October 2024 – 30 September 2025
Cost: R3195 per adult | R2895 per child (6-11 years)

Duration: Can be split into 2 days (recommended)
Included: 2-hour rehab centre tour, 1.5-hour boat cruise, Blyde dam view site (lunch stop), 3-hour sunset or morning safari, 500 ml water, ice, qualified guides, entrance and conservation fees, transfers from and to your accommodation.
Excluded: Meals (besides boma dinner), beverages, gratuities

COMBO 3: Wildlife rehab centre and canyon boat cruise

See a variety of animals up close, from eagles/vultures to lions and hyenas, and Stoffel the honey badger on a guided walk and talk tour at Moholoholo Wildlife Rehab Centre. Discover the beauty of the Blyde River Canyon on a relaxing boat cruise.

01 October 2024 – 30 September 2025
Cost: R2650 per adult | R1800 per child (under 11 years)

Duration: 08h30 – 15h30
Included: 2-hour rehab centre tour, 1.5-hour boat cruise/Blyde dam view site (lunch stop)/500 ml water/ice /qualified guides/entrance and conservation fees/transfers from and to your accommodation.
Excluded: Meals and drinks.

As a single activity:

Blyde Canyon Boat Cruise
Times: 09h00 | 11h00 | 13h00 | 15h00
01 October 2024 – 30 September 2025: R1595 per adult | R925 per child (under 11)

Rehab Centre
Times: 09h00 | 15h00
01 October 2024 – 30 September 2025: R1595 per adult | R925 per child (under 11)

Explore the magnificent Panorama Route

Take in the kaleidoscope of breathtaking scenery, natural beauty, and African diversity that this route offers. The route includes God’s Window, Wonderview, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Graskop, and the Three Rondawels overlooking the famous Blyde River Canyon.

Take a water Safari in the Blyde River Canyon

Enjoy the splendour of the world’s third-largest canyon, the Blyde River Canyon, with an interactive boat tour led by a qualified site guide. Take in the sights and spot rare fish species, hippos, crocodiles, and African fish eagles.

Spend time at the largest wildlife rehabilitation centre

Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre offers guests the opportunity to interact with rehabilitated, injured, orphaned, and poisoned animals such as raptors, vultures, lions, leopards, cheetahs, wild dogs, honey badgers, and orphaned rhinos.

Take a Local Village Tour

Explore a local eco-village, interacting with schoolchildren and residents. This tour is hosted by Nourish, an NGO that strives to help local communities and wildlife projects. End the experience with a traditional meal prepared by the local people.

Take in views from a Hot Air Balloon

Explore the Lowveld section of the Blyde River from above in a hot air balloon with Sun Catchers! Hoedspruit provides perfect hot air ballooning conditions, and the scenes below are just spectacular.

Visit a local Reptile Park

Hoedspruit Reptile Centre focuses on the conservation of endangered reptiles and offers self-guided walks through the centre, where visitors can spot snakes, iguanas, lizards, crocodiles, and spiders.

BREAKFAST BASKET

We offer ‘Cook Your Own’ breakfast baskets which are placed in the tents for guests to prepare. Pre-order your breakfast basket when making your booking. Breakfast baskets should be booked a day in advance.

Each breakfast basket serving includes:

Eggs
Bacon*
Fruit juice
Two mini beef sausages
Yoghurt
Muesli
Fresh seasonal fruit
White or brown bread
Butter and jam
Medium roast coffee
Milk

Cost: R180 per adult | R140 per child (0 to 12 yrs)

*Vegetarian option available on special request.

BRAAI BASKET

We offer ‘Cook-Your-Own’ traditional South African braai baskets which are placed in the tents for guests to prepare. Pre-order your braai basket when making your booking. Braai baskets should be booked a day in advance.

Each braai basket serving includes:

200g Beef rump steak*
Venison kebab or chicken kebab*
Smoked bacon twister or beef sausage*
Two salads
Garlic roll or traditional braaibroodjie
Something sweet

Cost: R250 per adult | R180 per child (0 to 12 yrs) 

*Vegetarian option available on special request.

Other options

Restaurants in the area
Try these restaurants in the area during your day out:

The Hat & Creek (African cuisine and seafood, vegetarian-friendly and gluten-free options)
Rumble Restaurant (Italian)
Sleepers Restaurant (Portuguese, and Italian)
Wild Dogz Burger Bar (Grill)
Blue Mountain Restaurant (Vegetarian-friendly)
24 Degrees South (Variety of shops and food options)

In order to mitigate the effects of load shedding on our guests, we’ve installed battery power backups in each tent at AfriCamps Hoedspruit for your convenience. These backups ensure uninterrupted lighting and warm water during load shedding periods. Please note that wall plugs won’t be operational during power outages. 

Our tents sleep up to five guests, but our rates are based on a two-person stay. Please note that the rates below are a price indication, please use our online booking calendar to check live rates and availability. Extras like meals, activities and tours are not included in the price unless otherwise stated.

Cleaning Fee: All rates exclude a once-off R250 cleaning fee per booking. This fee will be added to your total during the booking process.

Please find our full terms and conditions here: www.africamps.com/terms-and-conditions/

Accommodation

All tents sleep a maximum of five people. The following items or services are not included in the price unless otherwise stated:

• Food and beverages
• Activities and tours
• Additional daily cleaning service (available on request)
• Wood and firelighters for the wood stove and campfires (for sale at the property shop)

Music

No music or parties are allowed unless you have reserved the entire camp for your function. This is a family-friendly camp and we aim to maintain a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

Pets

Unfortunately, no pets allowed on the farm.

Day visitors

Strictly no day visitors unless arranged with property owners. A fee will apply.

PENSIONER SPECIAL

Enjoy 15% off a midweek stay!

From a discounted rate of R1777 per night for 2 adults sharing, excl. fees

• Valid until 30 April 2025 for midweek stays only
• Excludes weekends and peak season (13 December 2024 – 11 January 2025)
• Rates are based on 2 adults sharing
• Self-catering glamping tent (sleeps 5)
• Extra adults can be booked at R295 pn
• Extra kids aged 3-16 are R195 pn
• Person booking must be 60+
• ID number required when booking
• ID to be presented upon check-in
• T&Cs apply

How to book

• Visit www.africamps.com and select the camp and the dates you wish to visit.
• Enter your promo code: GoldenGlamping in the Do you have a promo code field. Click on the apply button.
• In the Special Requests block, at the bottom of the booking form, please enter your ID number.

SINGLE PARENT SPECIAL

Kids stay FREE!

From R2090 per night, excl. fees

• Valid until 30 April 2025
• Excludes long weekends and peak season (13 December 2024 – 11 January 2025)
• Self-catering glamping tent (sleeps 5)
• Kids stay free (applies to kids aged 3-16)
• 1 Adult per booking (if an extra adult is added after the booking has been made, the special will no longer apply)
• T&Cs apply

How to book

• Visit www.africamps.com and book your stay.
• In the Special Requests block, at the bottom of the booking form, please enter the voucher code: SingleParentSpecial.
• Select EFT payment, and receive your discounted invoice via email.

Meet Sarah, JJ and their son Ryder – your gracious hosts at AfriCamps Magoebaskloof!

The gorgeous Cheerio Gardens property has been family-owned for generations, with an inspiring history. In 1946, former owner and botanist Sheila ‘Box’ Thompson began cultivating the magnificent gardens that have become renowned for their stunning garden weddings. Seventy-five years later, the gardens are still the talk of the town. Today, owner Sarah Hillary is the heart and soul of Cheerio Gardens, continuing the legacy of her great aunt:

“Cheerio Gardens is a fascinating fairy tale of an eccentric woman who simply couldn’t live without flowers, and today we get to walk in her garden and enjoy her vision as her legacy lives on. As a child I used to spend weekends on the farm roaming around with my cousins, making forts and fairy houses. We loved taking swims in the dam and enjoyed stomping around in the reeds. It is a place where parents can bring their kids and let them be free.”

Sarah’s brothers and her husband, JJ, farm avocados – a major industry in the area. Sarah and JJ love sharing their property with guests and you can expect a very warm welcome as soon as you enter the farm. Having lived in Magoebaskloof for years, the family knows the area well and will guide you in the right direction whether you’re an avid hiker or mountain biker or simply want to explore some of the locals’ favourite spots.

Together, the family enjoys taking leisurely strolls to the dams, spotting rare birds on the farm, and popping in at Cheerio Café for their coveted pecan nut pie!

Check-in: From 14h00 to 17h00 on day of arrival
Check-out: Before 10h00 on day of departure

Check-in arrangements need to be made and guests are kindly requested to inform the specific AfriCamps host of their estimated time of arrival. This way you are ensured of a smooth check-in experience. Full check-in information will be provided in your booking confirmation email.

Cheerio Gardens wedding venue

The perfect place to celebrate your special day with friends and family.

Cheerio Café Restaurant

Admire the surroundings from our café-style restaurant, where you can enjoy hearty meals and stunning views. Our on-site restaurant is open from Thursday to Sunday, 09h00 to 17h00.

Farm Dams

Bring your canoe along for a paddle on one of the farm dams, or enjoy a refreshing swim in one of the farm dams – don’t forget to bring your floaty. Our farm dams are also great for fishing. Bring along your fishing gear and bait and try your luck at catching some Kurper, and Trout (catch-and-release).

Hiking & Mountain Biking

Explore the farm on foot during a farm walk or load your mountain bike for an adrenaline-fueled ride through the forest.

Birdwatching

Exquisite bird species can be spotted in the forest, in the gardens and around the farm dams. Pack a picnic and go birding.

Spring Festival

Once a year the property is abuzz with visitors who come from far and wide to see the remarkable blooms on the property.

Wood-fired Hot Tubs

All 10 tents offer the exclusive use of their own outdoor wood-fired hot tub. A wood-fired hot tub is the purest form of relaxation. Soak up your beautiful forest surroundings while listening to the calming crackle of the fire, or take a dip to cool down on hotter days.

ZWAKALA BREWERY

Taste the best light beer in the country at Zwakala Brewery and learn more about the art of brewing craft beer while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere loved by locals and visitors alike.

DEBENGENI FALLS

Whether you prefer mountain biking, hiking, a peaceful picnic, or just want to cool off from the summer heat, Debengeni Falls and the surrounding trails offer a stunning escape for everyone.

HIKING TRAILS

The Swartbos Trail passes peculiar trees, a 19th-century woodcutter’s pit, views of the Tzaneen Dam, and interesting wildlife—can you spot the Cape Parrot? The Magoebaskloof Trail ranges from 2 to 5 nights with overnight huts along the route. Tip: You’ll need some rest at AfriCamps after this popular multi-day hike!

Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour

Traverse indigenous forest, ancient mountain cliffs, and waterfalls over the spectacular Groot Letaba River gorge as you slide between platforms at the Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour. AfriCamps guests save 15% on their ziplining adventure until 30 November 2025 (excl. peak season).

Mountain Biking in Magoebaskloof

The area is fast becoming a mecca for mountain bikers with various routes to explore. Five routes of varying difficulty have been developed. The challenging Green Route and the moderate Yellow Route both start and end at Cheerio Gardens.

Fossil Hunting at Makapansgat Valley

Find fossils in caves dating back 3.3 million years and soak up the views of beautiful vistas.

Magoebaskloof Adventures

Go quad biking, kloofing, fly fishing, mountain biking, abseiling, 4×4-ing at George’s Valley Gorge or tubing in the Great Letaba River with Magoebaskloof Adventures.

Long Tom Monument & Picnic Site

Next to Cheerio Gardens is the Rondebult site, where the last of the heavy and unwieldy Long Toms from the Anglo-Boer War were destroyed. The crater caused by the explosion is still visible, and a picnic spot has recently been built for visitors to enjoy. The site overlooks the village with the imposing Iron Crown Mountain in the background.

WEGRAAKBOSCH ORGANIC DAIRY

Just a short walk from AfriCamps, visit Wegraakbosch Dairy to see how cheese is made in a copper cauldron (without Eskom electricity). Cheese-making tours are available by appointment, or simply enjoy a cheese platter and walk among the farm animals.

In the Company of Horses

Enjoy horse rides and overnight trails in Haenertsburg and Wolkberg Nature Reserve with In the Company of Horses. Forest and farm rides, sundowner picnic rides, and full-day packages are available.

The Growth Centre

Natural therapies, therapeutic foot massage, reiki, and foot reading.

Blueberry picking at Blueberry Heights

A cool activity for young and old followed by coffee and lunch at The Blueberry Café.

Breakfast Baskets

We offer ‘Cook-Your-Own’ breakfast baskets with freshly packed ingredients for guests to prepare. Pre-order your breakfast basket when making your booking. Breakfast baskets should be booked a day in advance.

Each breakfast basket includes the following:

Muesli
Yoghurt
Fresh eggs
Bacon*
Bread
Fruit juice
Ground coffee
Rusks
Fruit
Cheese
Butter and jams

*Vegetarian or other option is available on special request.

Cost: R180 per adult | R140 per child (0 to 12 yrs)

Braai Baskets

We offer ‘Cook-Your-Own’ traditional South African braai baskets for guests to prepare. Pre-order your braai basket when making your booking. Braai baskets should be booked a day in advance.

Each braai basket includes the following:

200 g Rump steak*
100 g Traditional boerewors*
Chicken kebab*
Two salads
Garlic roll/bread
Marshmallows on a stick to braai

*Vegetarian or other option is available on special request.

Cost: R250 per adult | R180 per child (0 to 12 yrs)

For your convenience, AfriCamps Magoebaskloof operates a generator during load shedding. Guests will have access to all amenities including lights, power plugs, and warm water whenever the generator is in use.

Our tents sleep up to five guests, but our rates are based on a two-person stay. Please note that the rates below are a price indication, please use our online booking calendar to check live rates and availability. Extras like meals, activities and tours are not included in the price unless otherwise stated.

Cleaning Fee: All rates exclude a once-off R250 cleaning fee per booking. This fee will be added to your total during the booking process.

Please find our full terms and conditions here: www.africamps.com/terms-and-conditions/

Accommodation

All tents sleep a maximum of five people. The following items or services are not included in the price unless otherwise stated:

• Food and beverages
• Activities and tours
• Additional daily cleaning service (available on request)
• Wood and firelighters for the wood stove and campfires (for sale at the property shop)

Pets

We do not allow pets at our camp.

Music

No noise, parties or music are allowed in the camp unless the guest has booked the entire camp for a function.

Day visitors

No day visitors are allowed in the camp. Out of consideration for fellow guests, the camp will only accommodate up to 5 paying guests per tent. 

PENSIONER SPECIAL

Enjoy 15% off a midweek stay!

From a discounted rate of R1352 per night for 2 adults sharing, excl. fees

• Valid until 30 April 2025 for midweek stays only
• Excludes weekends and peak season (13 December 2024 – 11 January 2025)
• Rates are based on 2 adults sharing
• Self-catering glamping tent (sleeps 5)
• Extra adults can be booked at R295 pn
• Extra kids aged 3-16 are R195 pn
• Person booking must be 60+
• ID number required when booking
• ID to be presented upon check-in
• T&Cs apply

How to book

• Visit www.africamps.com and select the camp and the dates you wish to visit.
• Enter your promo code: GoldenGlamping in the Do you have a promo code field. Click on the apply button.
• In the Special Requests block, at the bottom of the booking form, please enter your ID number.

SINGLE PARENT SPECIAL

Kids stay FREE!

From R1590 per night, excl. fees

• Valid until 30 April 2025
• Excludes long weekends and peak season (13 December 2024 – 11 January 2025)
• Self-catering glamping tent (sleeps 5)
• Kids stay free (applies to kids aged 3-16)
• 1 Adult per booking (if an extra adult is added after the booking has been made, the special will no longer apply)
• T&Cs apply

How to book

• Visit www.africamps.com and book your stay.
• In the Special Requests block, at the bottom of the booking form, please enter the voucher code: SingleParentSpecial.
• Select EFT payment, and receive your discounted invoice via email.

AfriCamps Waterberg is situated on a 2,500-hectare private game reserve within the beautiful 15,000-square-kilometre Waterberg Biosphere Reserve, an area with low human density and large expanses of unspoiled wilderness recognised by UNESCO.

Your hosts are Philip and Juliet Calcott. Juliet is the fifth generation of her family to live and work on the property, which was purchased by the Baber family over 100 years ago. Philip’s background is as a physicist, with a particular passion for astronomy and the glories of the night sky. Since arriving in the bush 20 years ago, he has taken guests on more than 1,000 “Night Sky Safaris” – astronomy shows widely considered to be world-class. He would be delighted to take you on a personalised tour of the stunning wonders of the night sky.

Juliet has taught in local schools and has a deep love of the Waterberg, its nature, its history, and its people. Her father, Charles Baber, and her great-grandfather, Ted Davidson, were both men of energy, humor, and community spirit. Juliet has inherited a century-long treasure trove of stories of love, war, and community endeavour in the Waterberg, which informs her “Step into the Past” Tour.

With the diverse activities on offer, we are sure you’ll have a memorable experience at AfriCamps Waterberg, and we hope to welcome you soon!

Check-in: From 14h00 to 17h00 on day of arrival
Check-out: Before 10h00 on day of departure

Check-in arrangements need to be made and guests are kindly requested to inform the specific AfriCamps host of their estimated time of arrival. This ensures a smooth check-in experience. Full check-in information will be provided in your booking confirmation email.

HORSEBACK SAFARIS

Experience the beauty of the surrounding landscape on horseback! Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a first-timer, our experienced guides will lead you on an unforgettable horseback safari. Suitable for adults and kids, guests can ride amongst giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and even buffaloes to view game in a natural and unforgettable way. We also offer tailor-made packages like a special bush brunch or sundowner experience rides upon request. Horseback safari options:

1.5 Hours: R700 per person (includes drinks)
2 Hours: R800 per person (includes drinks and snacks)
Pony and donkey cart rides: R100 per child (enquire at reception)

Maximum weight: 100 kg
Available for children from 4-12 years – dependent on riding ability (enquire at reception)

GAME DRIVES

AfriCamps Waterberg is one of two lucky establishments with traversing rights over the exquisite 2,000-hectare Belleview Private Game Reserve. 

Belleview is a private conservancy, dedicated to preserving the beauty of the bushveld and its inhabitants. The reserve boasts wide open pastures, streams, dams, and dense bush, teeming with an extraordinary variety of game. Guests can witness herds of over a hundred blesbok, surrounded by a journey of a dozen giraffes, or drive through plains full of zebra, eland, and wildebeest. The reserve also has rare species such as roan, tsessebe, sable, and buffalo, along with stunning examples of kudu and waterbuck.

Join us for a magical journey through this special part of the bushveld and witness the thrill of quietly spying on a selection of wild African animals in their natural habitat.

Cost:  Adults: R400 pp | Children (4-12 yrs): R200 pp | Children (0-4 yrs): Free

Enquire at reception for family safari options
Please note that a minimum fee of R1600 per vehicle applies.

SMALL MAMMAL SAFARI

Our Small Mammal Safari offers a rare opportunity to observe the little creatures that play a big role in our ecosystem. Start with an educational talk, then venture into the field to set “live traps” and observe these species up close.  Capture data, learn how to identify these creatures, and release them back into the wild  —all while enjoying an adventure that combines education and hands-on fun. Get a sneak peek—watch the video here.

Cost: R520 pp | Children: R480 pp

ASTRONOMY SHOW

Embark on a journey through the vastness of space where you can witness planets, stars, nebulae, and entire galaxies, all visible to the naked eye in the breathtaking darkness of the Waterberg. Relax on a comfortable mattress under the night sky with blankets and a hot water bottle, while Dr. Calcott takes you on a personal tour of the universe. WATCH: Astronomy of the Southern Sky by Dr Philip Calcott

Cost: R350 pp | Children (5-12 yrs): R175 pp | Children (0-4 yrs): Free

Please note, the astronomy show is weather-dependent and subject to availibility.

SPA TREATMENTS

Choose from a selection of relaxing spa treatments to enjoy from the comfort and privacy of your tent.

Bush couple (neck, back, shoulder): R1,035
Bush couple (full body massage – 1 hour): R1,380
Bush full (full body massage – 1 hour): R750
Bush massage (head neck, back – 65 min): R750
Bush massage (head, neck, back – 35 min): R520

Manicure

• Including gel overlay: R575
• Excluding gel overlay: R290

Pedicure

• Including gel overlay: R633
• Excluding gel overlay: R405

In the bush for kiddies

• Manicure for girls with art: R230
• Neck and shoulder massage (incl. temporary tattoo): R290
• Temporary tattoo: R60

Please book in advance as treatments are subject to availability.

“STEP INTO THE PAST” HISTORY TOUR

Join your host Juliet on her “Step into the Past” tour, including a visit to the historical Davidson House and the Herbert Baker-designed St John’s Church, and loads of stories from the community. 

The tour begins at the camp, where tales of the past are shared through photos projected on a screen. From there, you’ll head to 24 Rivers, just 10 minutes away, to explore the Herbert Baker Church constructed by pioneers in 1914. Just across the street stands the Davidson house, built in 1910. This home has remained untouched since Juliet’s great-grandmother’s time, functioning much like a living museum. Liz Hunter, Juliet’s cousin who resides there, welcomes guests with scones and tea on the verandah after they’ve explored the many artifacts hanging on the stoep wall and the interior of the house. One notable attraction is the ox wagon once belonging to General Louis Botha. Discovered abandoned in the Drakensberg, it was transported to Ted Davidson who used it as a roving shop, trading goods with the Tswana people to the north. The tour ends at Liz Hunter’s art gallery, a stone’s throw from the house.

Cost: R350 pp | Children (5-12 yrs): R175 pp

WALKING/HIKING TRAILS

Enjoy a selection of walking trails that wind through the bush. We have a number of different walking trails to suit different levels. The trails all start at the cattle grid entrance to the AfriCamps tent area.

White Trail (3 km)

An easy walk up to the wooden viewing platform, Treetops, and back. Treetops, which affords an almost 360 ͦ  panoramic view of Waterberg plains and distant hills is a great spot for sundowners.

Blue Trail (6 km)

In a similar area as the white trail but leads around a koppie.

Black Trail (1.5 km)

Short circular route around the nearby dam.

Orange Trail (3 km)

A circular trail passing the tents and looping through the bush.

Guests can expect to encounter a range of game along each of these routes. There are buffalo on the reserve, so please check with reception before setting out to ensure that your walk will be in a safe area.

SWIMMING

Relax and unwind next to our 15-metre solar-heated pool, and let your worries fade away. Take a refreshing swim or lounge on one of our pool lilos while enjoying stunning views of the surrounding veld. For those looking for some fun, challenge friends or family to a game of pool volleyball with our available net.

KIDS ADVENTURE AREA

Our adventure playground is a hit with children, featuring swings, walkways, slides, and playhouses. Parents can sit back and relax while their kids engage in imaginative play and get some healthy exercise.

VOLLEYBALL

Join in on the fun with a game of volleyball on our court – whether you’re a competitive pro or just looking for some casual fun, everyone is welcome!

WOOD-FIRED HOT TUBS

All 10 tents offer the exclusive use of their own outdoor wood-fired hot tub. A wood-fired hot tub is the purest form of relaxation. Soak up the stunning surroundings while listening to the calming crackle of the fire, or take a dip to cool down on hotter days.

Lekhalo Safaris Zipline (37 min)

Lekhalo Safaris Zipline is situated on the Dorset road 30 km from Vaalwater in the Waterberg biosphere. A two-hour tour with 6 exciting lines that varies between 150 m and 90 m. A unique design on the landing zones brings adventure with beautiful views. Max of 10 people allowed per group. Min height 95cm and max weight 120kg.

Scenic drive along the Waterberg Meander

Explore the Waterberg on a self-drive tour of historical, geological, cultural and environmental sites.

Mountain biking on Summerplace Game Reserve (25 min)

Riders of all levels will have fun on the MTB trails at Summerplace Game Reserve. Tackle the cross-country track that consists of a mix of rough single track, trails, gap jumps, drop-offs, and even a rock bridge, or ride on open farm roads. Enjoy 30 to 40 km of single track mountain biking and hiking trails as a day visitor.

Nylsvlei Nature Reserve

Travelling around Modimolle? The 4,000-hectare Nylsvlei reserve is a birder’s paradise with varying habitats. Also spot the threatened Roan and Tsessebe, Giraffe, Zebra, Kudu, Waterbuck, Impala, Reed-buck, Warthog, Porcupine, Bush-babies and more. 

BREAKFAST BASKET

We offer ‘Cook-Your-Own’ breakfast baskets with freshly packed ingredients for guests to prepare. Pre-order your breakfast basket when making your booking. Breakfast baskets should be booked a day in advance.

Each breakfast basket includes the following:

Savoury bread
Sliced bread
Jam
Butter
Cheese
Yoghurt
Muesli
Bacon*
Breakfast sausages*
Eggs
Fruit juice
Fresh Fruit
Milk
Ground coffee

Cost: R180 per adult | R140 per child (0 to 12 yrs)

*Vegetarian option (available on request).

BRAAI BASKET

We offer ‘Cook-Your-Own’ traditional South African braai baskets for guests to prepare. Pre-order your braai basket when making your booking. Braai baskets should be booked a day in advance.

Each braai basket includes the following:

A selection of 400 g meat (kids basket includes 200 g meat)*
Garlic bread
Green salad
Side dish
Marshmallows on a stick

*Vegetarian option (available on request).

Cost: R250 per adult | R180 per child (0 to 12 yrs) 

AfriCamps Waterberg operates entirely on solar power providing guests with an uninterrupted power supply regardless of load shedding. 

Our tents sleep up to five guests, but our rates are based on a two-person stay. Please note that the rates below are a price indication, please use our online booking calendar to check live rates and availability. Extras like meals, activities and tours are not included in the price unless otherwise stated.

Cleaning Fee: All rates exclude a once-off R250 cleaning fee per booking. This fee will be added to your total during the booking process.

Please find our full terms and conditions here: www.africamps.com/terms-and-conditions

Accommodation

All tents sleep a maximum of five people. The following items or services are not included in the price unless otherwise stated:

• Food and beverages
• Activities and tours
• Additional daily cleaning service (available on request)
• Wood and firelighters for the wood stove and campfires (for sale at the property shop)

Pets

We do not allow pets at our camp. Please note that there are wild animals roaming certain areas of the property.

Music

No noise, parties or music are allowed in the camp unless the guest has booked the entire camp for a function.

Day visitors

No day visitors are allowed in the camp. Out of consideration for fellow guests, the camp will only accommodate up to 5 paying guests per tent. 

PENSIONER SPECIAL

Enjoy 15% off a midweek stay!

From a discounted rate of R1564 per night for 2 adults sharing, excl. fees

• Valid until 30 April 2025 for midweek stays only
• Excludes weekends and peak season (13 Dec 2024 – 11 January 2025)
• Rates are based on 2 adults sharing
• Self-catering glamping tent (sleeps 5)
• Extra adults can be booked at R295 pn
• Extra kids aged 3-16 are R195 pn
• Person booking must be 60+
• ID number required when booking
• ID to be presented upon check-in
• T&Cs apply

How to book

• Visit www.africamps.com and select the camp and the dates you wish to visit.
• Enter your promo code: GoldenGlamping in the Do you have a promo code field. Click on the apply button.
• In the Special Requests block, at the bottom of the booking form, please enter your ID number.

SINGLE PARENT SPECIAL

Kids stay FREE!

From R1840 per night, excl. fees

• Valid until 30 April 2025
• Excludes long weekends and peak season (13 Dec 2024 – 11 January 2025)
• Self-catering glamping tent (sleeps 5)
• Kids stay free (applies to kids aged 3-16)
• 1 Adult per booking (if an extra adult is added after the booking has been made, the special will no longer apply)
• T&Cs apply

How to book

• Visit www.africamps.com and book your stay.
• In the Special Requests block, at the bottom of the booking form, please enter the voucher code: SingleParentSpecial.
• Select EFT payment, and receive your discounted invoice via email.