WILD CAMPING

privacy and tranquillity

privacy and tranquillity

Embark on an exclusive camping adventure tailored to your booking group at our newly introduced campsite. Nestled amidst nature, our facilities boast open-air hot water showers and ablutions with breath-taking views, ensuring a unique and immersive experience. Deliberately devoid of modern amenities like electricity, our site fosters a deeper connection with the natural world. Accommodating up to five family groups (four recommended) per booking, our retreat ensures privacy and tranquillity, with a maximum of five vehicles and two adults per vehicle, totalling a maximum of 16 persons. Bookings require a minimum of 2 night’s stay.

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Wild Camping

Thaba Camp

  • Group bookings recommended.

  • 4 Vehicles recommended, maximum 5 vehicles.

  • 2 Adults per vehicle.

  • Maximum 16 persons.

  • Minimum of 2 nights per booking.

R1 250

per night per vehicle
including conservation fee

the Nkomazi Private Game Reserve

  • Wood @ R45,00 per bag.
  • Wood should be arranged in advance.
  • Game drive can be booked @ R2100 per trip

Included in the rate

  • Self drive in the reserve between 9 and 15.

  • Access to picnic / brunch / fishing areas (9-15).

  • Two-way radio and offline digital map to navigate the property.

  • Fire pit and braai grid at campsite.

  • Pool at campsite.

  • 2 Hot water showers. (Gas)

  • 2 Toilets. (Flush)

  • River water for ablutions.

  • 4×4 ”17 Streams” route access.

  • Please note: water at campsite is NOT potable

Conditions of camping site at Nkomazi.

  • Only off-road caravans are allowed.

  • Only 4×4 vehicles are allowed.

  • All fishing on a (live) catch and release basis.

  • 4×4 Routes may not be driven with less than 2 vehicles.

  • Children must always be supervised by adults.

  • Two-way radio must be taken on self-drive routes.

Not permitted.

  • Any open fires on Reserve other than at camp and picnic/fishing area.

  • Self drives outside permitted times (9-15)

  • No persons on the back of bakkies.

  • No persons on vehicle roofs.

  • Nothing may be removed from Reserve.

  • No loud music.

  • No generators.

  • Any weapons, other than self-defence weapons.

  • Swimming in river.

  • Walking outside campsite perimeter.

Important

The lawful owner of a self-defense weapon is responsible for the safekeeping of such a weapon.

Upon request from the lawful owner, the weapon can be stored in the Nkomazi safe for the duration of the stay.

4X4 ROUTES

Conditions of 4×4 Routes

  • Two-way radio must be taken along when departing on a route.

  • Tow rope must be taken along.

  • Maximum speed 30km/h.

  • Routes must not deviate from the paths as indicated on GPS provided for the duration of the stay.

  • If the lodge vehicles approach from the front, you are requested to pull off to the left and wait until vehicles have passed

  • No toilet paper may be left in the veld.

What to expect from routes.

1. Reserve – Thaba

  • The route extends over a distance of 35km.

  • The entire route is within the reserve.

  • Main roads and two-track roads are traversed.

  • River is crossed at two different points, water flows in both areas, depths of crossings vary from 300mm to 800mm deep.

  • Most of the route consists of savannas, open grass fields, and abundant wildlife.

  • Lions, Leopards, and Cheetahs use these areas for hunting.

  • The route starts at an altitude of 3219ft and reaches an altitude of 3737ft.

2. Thaba – 17 Streams

  • Route extends over a distance of 45km.

  • 2 Sections of the route are within the Reserve, consisting of savannas, grass plains, and mountainous areas.

  • Middle section of the route is outside the Reserve. Beautiful mountains, cliffs, and vegetation can be observed here.

  • Fresh spring water streams are crossed 17 times.

  • On the route, uphill driving is done towards an ‘LORA’ communication tower where the entire reserve can be viewed from above.

  • The route starts at an altitude of 3219ft and reaches an altitude of 4289ft.

  • Large portions of the route consist of two-track roads and loose rocky surfaces.

4X4 ROUTES

What to expect at picnic/fishing area.

Big Bridge

  • Located under shady trees on river bank.

  • Hippos and a large crocodile frequent visit the area.

  • Gazebo/Sunshade (Awning) is not necessary here.

  • No ablution facilities.

Louis se Gat

  • Located on river bank.

  • Shade is limited.

  • Gazebo/Sunshade (Awning) is recommended.

  • No ablution facilities.

  • Compressor recommended, should tyres need deflating.