Ready tent: Campsites in South Africa

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

Adamel Wild Camp

• Adamel Wild Camp

Cherry Glamping

• Luxury bell tents in the spectacular Elgin valley
• A 15-minute drive from Grabouw and 90 minutes from Cape Town
• Forest setting with access to cycling, hiking and trail running routes

Harkerville Forest Lodge

Loch Maree Guest Farm and Field Camp

• 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

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

Sabie River Camp

• Family resort on the Sabie River and the famed Panorama Route
• A 10-minute drive from Sabie Falls; an hour from Kruger National Park
• Heated rock pool, cold-water pool, open-air bar and playground

Tuff Top Estates

• Peaceful site on the banks of the Renosterspruit river
• 20 minutes' drive from central Bloemfontein; 10 minutes from airport
• Well-kept gardens with swimming pool and lots of space to play games

Khamkirri

• Award-winning site by the stunning Orange River
• River views from all accommodation areas
• Activities, tour bookings, pool, braais, fishing, bar and restaurant

Kiaat Caravan Park

• Family-friendly site 10 minutes from spectacular Kruger National Park
• Big Five safaris, horseback tours, outdoor activities within 15 mins
• Swimming pool, playground and braai facilities for guests

Kam'Bati River Resort

• Family-friendly site on the banks of the Breede river
• Restaurant/bar, miniature golf and outdoor swimming pool
• Near to national park, nature reserve and wineries

Citrus Creek

• Friendly-family resort on the banks of the Olifants, 2h from Cape Town
• Book horse-riding treks on the site's friendly horses
• Braai area, play area and communal room: 9-hole golf course opposite

Kleinzee Caravan Park

• Family-friendly site in an old De Beers mining town
• Wildlife haven in Namaqualand: flowers, birds and seal-watching
• Easy 10-minute walk from sandy beaches

Tava Lingwe Game Lodge

• 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

Joalani Guest Farm

• Stay on a family-friendly working farm in the stunning Karoo region
• A 20-minute drive from spectacular Three Sisters hikes
• On-site swimming pool to cool down during hot summer months

Shangrila Innibos Country Lodge

• Peaceful family place in Hartbeespoort, 15 minutes’ drive from the dam
• Elephant, monkey and lion animal parks all within half an hour’s walk
• Heated outdoor pool, restaurant, spa and playground all on site

Kosi Bay Casitas

• Well-located resort a 30-minute walk to Lake Nhlange in Kosi Bay
• A 20-minute drive to Manguzi and 25 to the iSimangaliso Wetland Park
• Restaurant, kitchen, pool and bar plus organised boat and 4x4 trips

Kouga Wilderness

• 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

Thabaphaswa Mountain Sanctuary

• 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