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Thwane Bush Camp

Thwane Bush Camp

Thwane Bush Camp

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Capacity 55
Children All ages
Rooms 15
Check in 14:00 to 19:00

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Check out 10:00
Nestled in the hills of the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site, you will find Thwane Bush Camp, an exclusive safari-style tented camp offering comfortable and affordable accommodation. The bush camp is situated on a farm with a variety of game such as wildebeest, blesbok, red hartebeest, zebra, and springbok. Activities include mountain biking and bird watching, while the popular Meteorite Hiking Trail starts on the farm and a 12km marked trail is available.

Accommodation is divided among 4 camps. The Rooikat, Wag 'n Bietjie, and Camp Nguni feature en-suite bathrooms fitted with a shower, a toilet, and a washbasin; as well have access to a communal lapa, braai facilities and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge-freezer. The hikers' camps offer 3 dormitory tents sleeping up to 24 people and make use of communal ablution facilities. There is also a Suite which is situated away from the main camp in a private and peaceful bushveld setting, ideal for 2 guests

Full catering services can be provided for groups of over 10 people by prior arrangement. In addition, a swimming pool is available for guests to use and day trips can also be arranged.

Thwane Bush Camp also offers the exclusive Donga wedding and conference venue and Stone Chapel, all situated on the same farm, and can also provide team-building activities for corporate groups.
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Nestled in the hills of the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site, you will find Thwane Bush Camp, an exclusive safari-style tented camp offering comfortable and affordable accommodation. The bush camp is situated on a farm with a variety of game such as wildebeest, blesbok, red hartebeest, zebra, and springbok. Activities include mountain biking and bird watching, while the popular Meteorite Hiking Trail starts on the farm and a 12km marked trail is available.

Accommodation is divided among 4 camps. The Rooikat, Wag 'n Bietjie, and Camp Nguni feature en-suite bathrooms fitted with a shower, a toilet, and a washbasin; as well have access to a communal lapa, braai facilities and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge-freezer. The hikers' camps offer 3 dormitory tents sleeping up to 24 people and make use of communal ablution facilities. There is also a Suite which is situated away from the main camp in a private and peaceful bushveld setting, ideal for 2 guests

Full catering services can be provided for groups of over 10 people by prior arrangement. In addition, a swimming pool is available for guests to use and day trips can also be arranged.

Thwane Bush Camp also offers the exclusive Donga wedding and conference venue and Stone Chapel, all situated on the same farm, and can also provide team-building activities for corporate groups.
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Features

Bar
Swimming Pool
Braai Area
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Free Wifi
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Reviews (26)

26 guests' feedback
Cleanliness
9
Location
8.4
Value for money
8.6
Service
9
Safety
9.4
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Map

Farm Steenkampsberg, Parys District, 25 km from Parys, 9585, Free State
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Rooms

Karee Camping 1, 2 or 3 (off-road poolside camping)

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Camp Spot
From
R395
per night (sleeps 2)
 6 Available

Nguni 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 (2 sleeper safari tents)

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Structured Tent
  • Double Bed
From
R720
per night (sleeps 2)
 1 Available
 1 Available

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FREE Cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
More than 1 week
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 48 hours
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 48 hours
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Features
Bar
Swimming Pool
Braai Area
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Free Wifi
Facilities
  • Bar
  • Swimming Pool
  • Guided Game Drives As Extra
  • Braai Area
  • Kitchen Facilities
  • Malaria Free
  • Pets by Arrangement
  • Satellite TV
  • Self Catering
  • Serviced On Demand
  • Free Wifi
  • Conferencing Facilities
  • WiFi
Activities Onsite
  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Game Drives
  • Game Viewing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming
Activities Nearby
  • Horse Riding
  • Fly Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Game Drives
  • Game Viewing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming
Meal Types Offered
  • Meals By Arrangement
Conferencing Facilities
  • Flip Charts
  • Whiteboards
  • Office Facilities
  • Internet
  • Television
  • Venue Up To 10 Delegates
  • Venue Up To 30 Delegates
  • Venue For 50 Or More Delegates
Parking Facilities
  • Secure Parking
  • 24 Hour Security
Payments Accepted Onsite
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Cash
  • Electronic Bank Transfer
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Breakage Deposit
A refundable breakage deposit of R500 is payable directly to the property.

Check-in/check-out details
Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00
House rules
Owners can arrange that dogs may accompany them.
Only small dogs are allowed and no cats. No more than 2 dogs per couple are allowed and they must provide bedding for their pets and must be potty trained.

The swimming pool is not fenced and adults must accompany minors.

There is just over 8 km of gravel road to the camp as part of the final stretch of road. Of this 8 km, 5.1 km is on a farm road. Low-clearance vehicles must drive slowly. High-clearance vehicles are preferred and recommended.

Karee Camping 1, 2 or 3 (off-road poolside camping)

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Camp Spot
From
R395
per night (sleeps 2)
Description

This campsite is tucked away in the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site mountains. Guests can bring their own off-road trailer, rooftop tent, normal tent or off-road caravan. It is based in the main camp close to the swimming pool and offers 220V electricity, water, a firepit and communal ablutions.

Rates
House Rules

Owners can arrange that dogs may accompany them.
Only small dogs are allowed and no cats. No more than 2 dogs per couple are allowed and they must provide bedding for their pets and must be potty trained.

The swimming pool is not fenced and adults must accompany minors.

There is just over 8 km of gravel road to the camp as part of the final stretch of road. Of this 8 km, 5.1 km is on a farm road. Low-clearance vehicles must drive slowly. High-clearance vehicles are preferred and recommended.

Cancellation policy
FREE Cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
More than 1 week
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 48 hours
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 48 hours
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

This campsite is tucked away in the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site mountains. Guests can bring their own off-road trailer, rooftop tent, normal tent or off-road caravan. It is based in the main camp close to the swimming pool and offers 220V electricity, water, a firepit and communal ablutions.

 6 Available

Nguni 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 (2 sleeper safari tents)

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Structured Tent
  • Double Bed
From
R720
per night (sleeps 2)
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Description

This camp is located away from all the other camps in the tranquility of the bushveld. The camp contains 6 2-sleeper safari tents, each with an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet, basin, and gas geyser. Each tent is furnished with a double bed, linen, and towels. There is no electricity in the tents, but a battery pack is provided to plug in lights for the bathroom and porch. There is also a communal self-catering lapa with a kitchen, cooking facilities, cutlery, and fridge-freezer. Some of the units have their own braai areas (on request and due to availability). Nguni is perfect for a couples retreat or singles breakaway.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 2 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x Double Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Shower
Room Facilities
  • Fireplace
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Stove
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a self-catering basis.

House Rules

Owners can arrange that dogs may accompany them.
Only small dogs are allowed and no cats. No more than 2 dogs per couple are allowed and they must provide bedding for their pets and must be potty trained.

The swimming pool is not fenced and adults must accompany minors.

There is just over 8 km of gravel road to the camp as part of the final stretch of road. Of this 8 km, 5.1 km is on a farm road. Low-clearance vehicles must drive slowly. High-clearance vehicles are preferred and recommended.

Cancellation policy
FREE Cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
More than 1 week
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 48 hours
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 48 hours
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

This camp is located away from all the other camps in the tranquility of the bushveld. The camp contains 6 2-sleeper safari tents, each with an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet, basin, and gas geyser. Each tent is furnished with a double bed, linen, and towels. There is no electricity in the tents, but a battery pack is provided to plug in lights for the bathroom and porch. There is also a communal self-catering lapa with a kitchen, cooking facilities, cutlery, and fridge-freezer. Some of the units have their own braai areas (on request and due to availability). Nguni is perfect for a couples retreat or singles breakaway.

 1 Available

The Suite (honeymoon suite)

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • King-size bed
From
R960
per night (sleeps 2)
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Description

A thatched self-catering cottage ideally situated away from the main camp in a private and peaceful bushveld setting. The bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed and features an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath. The kitchenette is equipped with a stove, fridge and microwave.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 2 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x King Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Bath, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Service on demand
Bathroom
  • Bath
  • En suite
Room Facilities
  • Kitchenette
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Stove
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a self-catering basis.

House Rules

Owners can arrange that dogs may accompany them.
Only small dogs are allowed and no cats. No more than 2 dogs per couple are allowed and they must provide bedding for their pets and must be potty trained.

The swimming pool is not fenced and adults must accompany minors.

There is just over 8 km of gravel road to the camp as part of the final stretch of road. Of this 8 km, 5.1 km is on a farm road. Low-clearance vehicles must drive slowly. High-clearance vehicles are preferred and recommended.

Cancellation policy
FREE Cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
More than 1 week
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 48 hours
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 48 hours
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

A thatched self-catering cottage ideally situated away from the main camp in a private and peaceful bushveld setting. The bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed and features an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath. The kitchenette is equipped with a stove, fridge and microwave.

 1 Available

Rooikat 1 (4 sleeper self-catering safari tent)

  • Sleeps 4 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Structured Tent
  • Single or 3/4-bed
From
R1 380
per night (sleeps 4)
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Description

Rooikat 1 can accommodate 4 guests. There are 2 single beds and 1 bunk bed. The single beds can be converted into a king-size bed on request and depending on the availability of king-size bedding. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. All linen and bath towels are provided. There is a small kitchen and an outdoor braai area.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 4 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Area 1 Sleeps 4
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
1 x Bunk Bed
Bathroom 1
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Shower
Room Facilities
  • Fireplace
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Stove
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a self-catering basis.

House Rules

Owners can arrange that dogs may accompany them.
Only small dogs are allowed and no cats. No more than 2 dogs per couple are allowed and they must provide bedding for their pets and must be potty trained.

The swimming pool is not fenced and adults must accompany minors.

There is just over 8 km of gravel road to the camp as part of the final stretch of road. Of this 8 km, 5.1 km is on a farm road. Low-clearance vehicles must drive slowly. High-clearance vehicles are preferred and recommended.

Cancellation policy
FREE Cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
More than 1 week
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 48 hours
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 48 hours
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

Rooikat 1 can accommodate 4 guests. There are 2 single beds and 1 bunk bed. The single beds can be converted into a king-size bed on request and depending on the availability of king-size bedding. The en-suite bathroom is fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. All linen and bath towels are provided. There is a small kitchen and an outdoor braai area.

 3 Available

Rooikat 2, 6 or 9 (5 sleeper self-catering safari tents)

  • Sleeps 5 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Structured Tent
  • Single or 3/4-bed
From
R1 380
per night (sleeps 5)
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Description

Rooikat 2, 6 or 9 is perfect for a small family. Each safari tent can accommodate 5 guests and has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. All linen and bath towels are provided. There is a small kitchen and an outdoor braai area. Two of the single beds can be converted into a king-size bed on request and depending on the availability of king-size bedding.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 5 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 5
3 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
1 x Bunk Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Shower
Room Facilities
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchenette
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Stove
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a self-catering basis.

House Rules

Owners can arrange that dogs may accompany them.
Only small dogs are allowed and no cats. No more than 2 dogs per couple are allowed and they must provide bedding for their pets and must be potty trained.

The swimming pool is not fenced and adults must accompany minors.

There is just over 8 km of gravel road to the camp as part of the final stretch of road. Of this 8 km, 5.1 km is on a farm road. Low-clearance vehicles must drive slowly. High-clearance vehicles are preferred and recommended.

Cancellation policy
FREE Cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
More than 1 week
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 48 hours
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 48 hours
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

Rooikat 2, 6 or 9 is perfect for a small family. Each safari tent can accommodate 5 guests and has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. All linen and bath towels are provided. There is a small kitchen and an outdoor braai area. Two of the single beds can be converted into a king-size bed on request and depending on the availability of king-size bedding.

 1 Available

Rooikat Group Accommodation (max 16 guests)

  • Sleeps 16 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Structured Tent
  • Single or 3/4-bed
From
R4 700
per night (sleeps 16)
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Description

The Group Accommodation comprises Rooikat 3, 4, 5, and 7. These are 4 safari tents with 4 single beds each and each has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. All linen and bath towels are provided and there is a fully equipped Rooikat lapa with a kitchen, bar, living area, dining area, indoor and outdoor braai, and boma.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 16 Number of rooms: 4 Number of bathrooms: 4
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 4
4 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bedroom 2 Sleeps 4
4 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bedroom 3 Sleeps 4
4 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bedroom 4 Sleeps 4
4 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 2 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 3 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Bathroom 4 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Wireless internet
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Shower
Room Facilities
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
Appliances
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stove
Entertainment
  • Shared dstv
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a self-catering basis.

House Rules

Owners can arrange that dogs may accompany them.
Only small dogs are allowed and no cats. No more than 2 dogs per couple are allowed and they must provide bedding for their pets and must be potty trained.

The swimming pool is not fenced and adults must accompany minors.

There is just over 8 km of gravel road to the camp as part of the final stretch of road. Of this 8 km, 5.1 km is on a farm road. Low-clearance vehicles must drive slowly. High-clearance vehicles are preferred and recommended.

Cancellation policy
FREE Cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
More than 1 week
before check-in
100% deposit refunded
More than 48 hours
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
Less than 48 hours
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

The Group Accommodation comprises Rooikat 3, 4, 5, and 7. These are 4 safari tents with 4 single beds each and each has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and washbasin. All linen and bath towels are provided and there is a fully equipped Rooikat lapa with a kitchen, bar, living area, dining area, indoor and outdoor braai, and boma.

Nestled in the hills of the Vredefort Dome World Heritage Site, you will find Thwane Bush Camp, an exclusive safari-style tented camp offering comfortable and affordable accommodation. The bush camp is situated on a farm with a variety of game such as wildebeest, blesbok, red hartebeest, zebra, and springbok. Activities include mountain biking and bird watching, while the popular Meteorite Hiking Trail starts on the farm and a 12km marked trail is available.

Accommodation is divided among 4 camps. The Rooikat, Wag 'n Bietjie, and Camp Nguni feature en-suite bathrooms fitted with a shower, a toilet, and a washbasin; as well have access to a communal lapa, braai facilities and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge-freezer. The hikers' camps offer 3 dormitory tents sleeping up to 24 people and make use of communal ablution facilities. There is also a Suite which is situated away from the main camp in a private and peaceful bushveld setting, ideal for 2 guests

Full catering services can be provided for groups of over 10 people by prior arrangement. In addition, a swimming pool is available for guests to use and day trips can also be arranged.

Thwane Bush Camp also offers the exclusive Donga wedding and conference venue and Stone Chapel, all situated on the same farm, and can also provide team-building activities for corporate groups.
This place is highly rated!
This place is highly rated!
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