The 19 best camp sites in Gauteng

We loved camping here, it is well maintained but basic as we expected. Staff is very friendly and helpful. We loved the bathroom and toilet that is assigned to each campsite. Boiler works great for hot water. It is located in Dinokeng so top lactation. It is best to go in the week as weekends can be busy and more noisy. Well worth a stay. Price can be a bit better as you need to payR75 pppd access to Dinokeng. If you want do self-drive you all need to pay R250 once off self drive permit.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Thorn Tree Bush Camp, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the bush. Nights were filled with the calls of hyenas, jackals, and lions. The camp features a lovely pool with shade netting, perfect for relaxation. We opted for the simple yet comfortable single-bed tents, which met our needs. For those seeking more luxury, upgraded rooms are available. One suggestion for improvement is to update the bedding to white linens or plain and neutral colors like grey or khaki, as the current colorful options didn't quite fit the aesthetic. The tents came equipped with a bush kitchen, complete with pots, pans, braai gear, plates, and a gas plate. Hot water was always available in the communal bathroom, thanks to the reliable 'Donkie'. The tents and surrounding areas were well-lit, eliminating the need for additional lighting. While not luxurious, Thorn Tree Bush Camp offers a charming and authentic bush experience, surpassing our expectations compared to Pretorious Kop in the Kruger.

We absolutely love Thorn Tree Bush camp. We have camped there 3 times now and it ticks all the boxes! Quiet, complete privacy, our own private ablutions, Timothy on standby to bring wood or ice if we need but without hovering and great bird life! Rodney has the perfect combination of attention to detail while still roughing it and giving us the opportunity to completely get away from it all. Thanks to you and your team, we look forward to being back soon. Stanley & Marylou

Thorn Tree's off-grid camping is a unique experience. We thoroughly enjoyed being emerged in the Bush and enjoying the wildlife up close (even a rhino visiting)! Highly recommended for those who are geared up for this kind of camping

A serene quiet bush camp with beautiful sounds of nature. Bird life is spectacular. Definitely a gem

Absolutely a must!!! If you are a photographer wanting that perfect shot, or need some well deserved R&R, then this is it. Hospitality and clean ablutions, and staff are willing and friendly. Can recommend thorn tree bush camp as a must visit camp

Bush camping just an hour away from Pretoria with beautiful campsites that offers lots of privacy

Very chilled location on boundary fence to bush. The bush campsites are well maintained with flushing toilet, hot-ish shower and cleaning up facilities. I must commend the cleanness of the ablutions!

We had a wonderful stay at Koedoes Rus in Dinokeng! The beautiful bushveld surroundings made for the perfect escape, with zebras casually passing by – a truly magical sight. The atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing, especially in the evenings with the sounds of jackals in the distance adding to the authentic bush experience. The host was incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel right at home. Highly recommend for anyone looking to unwind in nature!

Koedoesrus Boskamp is exactly what it says on the label. We were on the side with the private ablutions. It was rustic and that is just fine. The bird and insect sounds day and night were superb. The owners are very friendly and service the campsites very discreetly. A peaceful place.

We camped and was very clean and spacious. Booked to go again already 🥳

Quick get away. Peaceful atmosphere. Tobie and Wessie, amazing chef's, heart's people. Always make you feel at ease, warm and friendly. Must go there

We picked one of the more private camp sites with our own ablution block. Very nice and right against the fence where we could see all the animals walk right past our tent. Just as we were finishing setting up the tent, a giraffe walked right past us. The nightlife was extremely busy too. We were there in early winter so it was a bit too cold to check out the swimming area. The private ablution block was a big upside as we could take showers any time of the day and always had warm water. The owner was very friendly and we lovvved his dogs that came to say hi every now and then. The atmosphere was very chill and you could feel the relaxation set in. Would go back in warmer temperatures again.

Pet friendly, which was awesome. Ablutions are a bit dated, but all working. Affordable. Unfortunately the conservation fees at Dinokeng was more than the camping site fees. On existing the park we waited in the extremely long que of cars for 1.5 hours to get scanned to exit to make sure ALL indeed did pay the conservation fee. Extremely frustrating.

We did a Dad’s and kids weekend at MSP and had an absolutely wonderful time. The facilities were great and the walks and swimming experiences were out of this world! We will definitely be back!

Really nice part of the world. If you like camping you will enjoy the rustic living. We went for a weekend but could have stayed a bit longer. Be prepared to do a lot of walking. We experienced some amazing rock pools. There is a small shop but make sure you take enough beers and firewood.

Great accommodation. Great hiking trails (although we got lost 😁😁😁) it was a great adventure. Pool area well maintained and great spot to relax and braai with friends

Unbelievably amazing, very peaceful, very quiet except for the beautiful sounds of nature and an amazing hike, pools and fun.

Beautiful nature setting. Hiked up to the origin of the river and followed the river down-stream for an amazing canyoning experience. Some deep pools of crystal clear water to jump into.

Place is still tranquil. Just quite empty now although people still come through. Has that rustic feel but everything is still functional from good showers to a sparkling blue pool and and. Give them a visit

Absolutely amazing experience. We luckily only saw one monkey. The trails aren’t difficult to find: they are all to either side of the restaurant. An easy way to find the grotto is to follow the black pipe from the reservoir (it’s quite the hike) And the slide pool is further up from where its trail ends. Hope that helps! Thank you mountain sanctuary for the lovely stay.

It was an awesome experience, the quiet atmosphere, the fresh air was what one needs. Its clean environment was tops. Loved the warm water swimming pool and the playground for the kids. The canoes that one can use were awesome. Would definitely visit again

Very neat ablution blocks and warm water swimming pool. Rooms in cottages also well equipped. Were disappointed by the fact that no fish were caught over the 4 day long weekend.

Well maintained and beautiful campsite. Cleaning staff everywhere looking after all the amenities. The booking process could have been easier with better response times. Would be nice if they limited the amount of campers as it does get really crowded. Will definitely be back, such a neat and pretty getaway.

It was a perfect place for us to stay after arrival in Johannesburg by plane and relax from the flight the first night. Very clean sanitary and super places for camping. Although there has been a school class celebrating a bit, it was still quiet in the backyard places - easy. The team is very polite and there is a pool outside and also inside the building w which can be used. 👍

One of our favourite quick breakaway spots! Peaceful and tranquil with beautiful views. Amazing ablution facilities. Take away menu looks decent and very well priced. Loved the warm water pool this past cold weekend.

Most beautiful place the only downfall is the suppose to be warm swimming pool so that was a big disappointment

What a nice place, quite, beautiful heated pool, the most adorable little church for a 30-50 guests, stone with glass. Then our camp site, with good power connection and water taps. The ablutions clean with men family and women bathrooms

Absolutely beautiful and peaceful. Away from all the city noise and busyness. Love how neat and well kept the premises are. I was even able to take a walk around and climb the nearby mountains. The only thing that's not ideal is the single lane leading towards the premises, the road needs a little more love even though there's a beautiful view while on the path to the premises

It's a great place for hiking ,praying and resting, I'll recommend .

I love climbing at Kings kloof, the most amazing climbing routes for beginners and the stream with natural beauty is amazing. Love the atmosphere! The only thing I can say that’s not nice is the littering of the lookout points. It’s beyond my understanding, if you go to appreciate the beautiful nature. Why do you not take your bottles, chip packs and sweet papers with you? Every time we go climbing the boys and myself pickup the litter from the stream area and the lookout points. I would recommend Rocky Valley any time for a hike and Rock climbing. But don’t leave trash next to the paths and at the lookout points.

A safe haven, peaceful and calm, perfect for meditation, prayer and self discovery, I loved that sounds of nature, birds chirping, water flowing and tha breeze tha never stop, definitely recommend it🫶🏽❤️

Needs a lot of renovations and fixing up . Was not the cleanest . The upside is that the views were incredible and breathtaking and being surrounded by green was amazing

Wonderful, God filled atmosphere. Facilities are clean and nice space for a picnic

The place is very insightful and peaceful and it allows you to be with God fully...it helps you to reflect,introspect and evaluate yourself. Everyone I went with is wishing to go back because there's really nothing that can too that in what we have seen before.its really a must go back❤❤❤❤

Amazing weekend. Neat and clean. The food was absolutely amazing! Friendly and helpful staff. Definitely worth it thank you!

Nice retreat venue. We stayed two nights, 5 meals, very fairly priced. The food was plentiful and really good. Nice meeting space and location with a creek running by the property. I felt completely safe there too. The rooms were safe and clean too.

This is the most beautiful place to be. Good food and friendly staff. I love the architecture of the place.

Very good food and good place for conference

Exceptional place for youth camp and friendly stuff

This is by far the best camp site I have ever visited with any of my choirs. They have the best staff, best facilities and best food! I would highly recommend for any school or church group and will most definitely be back there ASAP.

This is really awesome camping place especially for Christian camps. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The food is awesome, not to mention the unlimited coffee machine with a variety of hot drinks available. The dorm rooms are clean and neat along with the bathrooms, and also offer different sleeping arrangements where you can have a room to yourself, share with 1, 3 or 5 others. The private room is clean and spacious and offers a nice little kitchen equipt with a microwave, stove/oven, bar fridge, fan and heater. I really enjoyed my stay at HeronBridge Retreat. I will definitely be going back and I definitely recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable all in one camp facility.

Very nice camp site. Nice team building exercises. Food is great. Can take big or smaller groups. Very nice bonfire facilities.

Amazing place for church/youth camps. The meals are great and the staff are friendly. The rooms are clean an tidy and the hall space is large enough to host big groups.

It was a good place to stay. We were away from the kasi. We enjoyed the food. It was a great 2 night's and a day

This place is clean and the accomodation is well maintained,The stuff are very friendly as well, i would recommend for church groups looking for a church camp experience.

I love this place. It is so peaceful and beautiful with a lovely swimming pool. My husband's late grandparents Bethel and Barbara Gibson started Stoney Ridge about 58 years as the first ever Christian Camp Site in Pretoria Johannesburg region. It now still goes on all these years later under the capable management of Scripture Union. So many lives transformed and wonderfully changed by the work of our loving God in this place... I highly recommend it....

Loved the Food....The place is great for Camping.

OK for youth camping and team building

On arrival, Peter asked if we had ever camped at Kyleu before, and our answer was this was the 1st visit. Well, it will not be our last... we absolutely loved camping at Kyleu. The sites are massive and spotless, the ablutions serviced daily and adequate for your needs. The bird life is fantastic, and we enjoyed the sounds of the bush at night, we often heard Jackal and hyena calling, especially early mornings. There is a small pool to cool down on those hot days. The management and staff are extremely helpful and accommodating.

Excellent Bush Camp inside Dinokeng. Booking and checking in is a breeze with friendly reception and directions at the campsite. Amenities are clean and the private campsites have excellent bathrooms and kitchen areas. Beautiful drive along the river areas with lots of game and birds in the area.

Finally we got to experience Kyleu Bush Camp. We were greeted on arrival by Peter who was very friendly and informative. This camp offers both fenced and unfenced campsites. All sites are spacious with amazing private ablution and wash up area. All sites are off grid and have solar lights in the ablution block. You really feel like you are alone in the middle of the bush. There is a new small splash pool which the kids enjoyed. The site also includes a free bag of wood per day which is great and ice and wood can be delivered to your campsite on request. The braai and bathrooms are cleaned daily from 10:00. We took a drive into the unfenced camp which looks amazing and will definitely be trying this the next time we come and stay. We experienced unbelievable sunsets and Jackal calls every night to kick off the evening. It was also lovely hearing other night sounds like Nightjars, Lions and Hyenas. It would be nice if the fenced camp had a few buck walking around to make it feel extra bushy… other than that… it’s was a very memorable experience. Go on.. give them a try… you won’t be disappointed. Remember it’s off-grid so make sure you have what you need to power your devices. Yours in adventure, Gustav Penny (owner and outdoor fantastic) Get Outdoors Africa https://lnk.bio/getoutdoors.africa | getoutdoorsafrica

Kyleu has camp sites in a fenced area or in an unfenced area of the reserve. They are all well separated from each other, but you feel like you are totally in the bush even in the fenced area. The sites are spacious and there is some shade and they are fairly level. The sites have individual ablution / kitchenette building and are always clean. There is a communal swimming pool and a nice grassed area around this with chairs and a table under shade near the reception area.

Amazing weekend at Kyleu. Peter gave us a warm welcome on arrival with lots of relevant information regarding Dinokeng and Kyleu. Stand number 10 is large with some shade and the ablutions was spotless. You can hear Hammanskraal off in the distance but it wasn't unbearable. Saw some amazing birds and had a black backed jackal visit at night

Such a nice, luxury camping, close to the big city. The owner is very friendly. The camping spots just outside the fence are great! We saw a lot of animals around our tent, a great experience, so cool to wake up and see jackals walk by!

Way nicer than I expected! Zebra, Impala and a jackal came into the camping area. The private ablutions are clean and awesome with the opening between the roof and wall. The water was warm and the lights worked perfectly. No electricity and little shade but some patches of grass.

This place was the best my school had the best time father steve was nice and chalant the food was amazing rooms were amazing bathing was easy and the restroom were really clean and thats why its a five star place have fun and this us for lucky chase said you are his favorite

And Steve was the best facilitor there bro! Was fire! Best games ideas and soo chill that’s why he chill guy best one there Steve❤️🔥

I went for a gr 6 camp there this week and it was fun and it had life lessons and the facilitator's were kind and especially Bongani known as "father Steve".

Terrible the dormswere not up to standard. Bed poor , lots of insects trash everywhere and were the fire place is there dust bin with out lides , need to cut your grass . The gamedrive was horrible you just drive on the same road as you came in . Food fair enough. Don't go to kwalata adventure camp it Terrible🙈 everyone is so upset and disappointed 😔

i loved spending the weekend here, the facilitators were nice, welcoming and very understanding. the food was better than i thought it would be. definitely would love to come here again with my school for camp

The dorms themselves were not up to any standard what so ever, the mattresses were so thin that you were able to feel the wooden base of the bunk itself, multiple students actually came back with bed bug bites due to the lack of cleaning. People at the bottom bunk had to share a bunk with the people in the middle due to the fact that it was on the dirty floor. The food was not great at all with many complaints from students attending the camp. Some activity’s were quit boring like the nature tour per say we got. On the game drive students were not allowed to see certain animals because other groups did not see them as well. It was the small things like this that made the experience a poor one unfortunately

After coming with my class to the camp as a student. I can say that this place is of utmost professionalism when it comes to facilitators. We got Peter as one and he is an absolute beast when it comes to birds, trees and grasses. He knew the best spots in Dinokeng reserve for doing our fieldwork but also to get us the best animal sights and bird sightings. Although the rooms are shared with others it really helps with bonding and its what we needed to make new friends and meet new people. Food is prepared to a very good standard with clean kitchens and well prepared food. (But next time please give us more dessert) and also maybe just a little sprinkle of salt when making the food. Only complaint is with a single room mate but that isnt kwalatas fault. But apart from that they are a camp that is prepared to do everything to the bestest to their ability. Also maybe some hooks in the rooms to hand up some things such as jackets, towels and shirts but thats not a deal breaker. But all said and done thanks kwalata to one of the first camps with my class and to many many more good ones.

What a wonderful place such friendly and helpful staff and a big plus was that our furry babies could come with. It's the exact relaxation and nature camping we were looking for so happy we found you guys hoping for many more visits in the near future ♥️

Campsite with hidden gems of nature! Beautiful scenic views. Safe camping site even if it’s girls only, you alone or with your kids! Your choice you can overlook the river, or the vast. Lots to do, swimming, hiking. Great clean first class facilities with hot water! Really enjoyed my time here!! Definitely going back 👌

Verry pleasant and quite place. Lots of place to choose ,open field or under the trees,and to listen to the river is a bonus,when its strong running..clean showers,and toilets. Nothing to complain

Nice quiet camp grounds. Very clean ablutions. Vrendly staff. Will definitely visit again.

The camping sites clean and tidy the atmosphere was quite and calm. The dogs loved it also. Adding dinner and breakfast photos

It's a beautiful place to camp, either for a couple or family, we enjoyed ourselves and kids enjoyed more at the playing ground, the staff is 👌👌👌

As a woman I felt safe camping there, I took a walk around and the place is beautiful and serene. Hospitality is great.

Nestled in the heart of nature, Cyara Lodge offers a perfect setting for Christian camps. During our recent retreat with the church group, we found this place to be a serene escape from the busyness of life. The rooms, provided a cozy and peaceful stay. The chapel became our spiritual haven, where heartfelt worship sessions and inspiring talks brought us closer to each other and to God. The staff's warmth and hospitality made our stay even better. The food was fantastic. In short, Cyara Lodge is a heavenly retreat where faith deepens, friendships blossom, and spirits are refreshed. If you seek a place to reconnect with God and fellow believers, look no further.

It was a beautiful stay and a great hosting by Mr Anton and Irmgarde. Quintin was also great, as well as the staff was so friendly. Definitely bringing our youth back.

Take your gathering there and meet people who share the love of Jesus Christ

I went here for a school camp and I enjoyed it the venue is calm and peaceful the pool is clean and the water is perfect. The hall has pace as well as the cafeteria. The food is the best and the rooms can fit up to 5 people each room has a shower and a toilet very good place would recommend 👌🏾 for camping.

Simon spent three nights & 4 days in retreat, quiet separation & waiting on God. A lovely quiet mid-week time of prayer. Quality quiet time. Enjoyed fellowship with Anton Kruger as the owner of the Christian camp. Will be back!

Just the best place to go for any event. Food delicious (even for the pickiest eater). Friendly staff, one feels right at home.

Great for church, youth & school camps. Close to nice hiking sites and very flexible for facilitating own activities. It is self catering & can accommodate around 100 campers.

Wilge River Bush Camp is not our scene. Tried it and we will not be back. Although effort is made to maintain the site area and facilities it is poorly done in comparison with other camp sites we have been too. We had to fetch our own braaier. No toilette paper when we arrived. The bathrooms next to the lapa is a shame to call a bathroom – poor water pressure not to mention the small gap you have to squeeze into getting to the mense urinal. Camp sites are smaller than expected for a ‘bush camp’. The drawn map of the facility is not close to real setup. The river is way below the campsites. You are mistaken if think you will see the river from any of the camp sites. If you love to party enjoy your load music this the place for you. The price per stand is way way over priced for what you get. Compare Wilge River Bush Camp with e.g. Wagondrift and you will see why. Both at the time of this writing are the same price per night. We did enjoy the table tennis, thanks.

We were a group that went camping. Stands decent size and we had access to electricity and a water point. Stands are grass and also has a braai. Ablutions were old but kept clean and all was in working order. Pool is a pleasure right next to river and a nice small shallow pool for the little ones. Overall a pleasant stay and I will go again.

Very well kept camping grounds and facilities. Friendly and helpful staff. We had a blast crusing down the river and had great success with the fishing! Will definitely visit again soon.

The campsite is very nice and peaceful. Activities available include birding and fishing. Walking can be done on the campsite but don't expect to hike far. A nice venue for a 20 minute stroll. It is not a massive camp site but a wonderful place to clutch-out for a weekend. The honesty shop is a really nice addition if you run out of wood or ice. The peace and quiet is what one would go there for. It is also dog friendly which I personally love.

Great place, great service, very relaxing in the bush with the river right there. Nice amenities available for free such as pool, lapa, table tennis. Not the most ideal place for bass or shore fishing as the river is very fast, but fly fishing would be great. Safety is good. I would recommend to anyone who wants to get away into the bush.

Such a beautiful place! We had a peaceful time sitting by the river admiring the clear blue skies and beautiful mountains it's definitely a quiet place to go and get away from all the city noise. It was nice watching the vervet monkeys and baboons in the morning as they climb the trees and walk along the grass across from us. You can book a spot with electricity and a braai stand. The ablutions were clean and spotless. The water pressure was just right when taking a bath or shower. The onsite manager is very friendly and if there was a problem with something he would get it done immediately. We will definitely be visiting Wilge River Bush Camp again!

A fantastic and peaceful camp. Absolutely clean and safe and tranquil. Will absolutely be back. Loved the service given of prompt email responses and the friendliness received was great. The on site staff are also so nice and friendly and helpful.

Service was excellent.

Jobs charged for and not done, once payment made, no after sales service. Rather look elsewhere

Edesin team excellent

Great company

Highly recommended to everyone had an amazing experience will go back definitely. Thank you

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