Boma Baviaans (Noorspoort) – A Scenic Getaway in Eastern Cape, South Africa

Camping at Boma Baviaans (Noorspoort) provides scenic views, spacious areas, and nature activities in Eastern Cape.

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Boma Baviaans (Noorspoort)

South Africa - Eastern Cape

About Boma Baviaans (Noorspoort) Camping

Nestled in Eastern Cape, Boma Baviaans (Noorspoort) offers a camping experience rich in natural beauty. The area is ideal for hiking, observing wildlife, and unwinding in nature. Camp amenities include clean facilities, tent sites, and open recreational spaces. Explore nearby Draaikrans, Car Museum for additional adventures. It is perfect for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Contact Info

Accommodation

  • Camping Allowed: Tents & 4x4 caravans
  • Caravan Requirements: 4x4 Caravan
  • Ground Cover: Natural veld
  • People per Site: 30 in total
  • Self Catering: Yes
  • Shade: Most have shade
  • Sites Available: 15
  • Tents Allowed: Yes
  • BnB: Yes

Facilities

  • Braai Grill: Yes
  • Cellphone reception: Yes
  • Credit Cards welcome: Yes
  • Dogs Allowed: No
  • Washing up: Yes

Directions and Road Condition

  • Access Road: Gravel road
  • Closest Town: Steytlerville
  • Directions to campsite: Drive through the Valley of the Flags on the northern side for Steytlerville for 3km. Turn left on the gravel road R338 toward Klipplaat and Jansenville. Noorspoort Guest Lodge lies 1km on the R338 on the left. Please register at Noorspoort Guest Farm. From here it is 4km to the Boma. Well sign posted.
  • Distance to Town: 8 km
  • GPS Campsite: S 33.277967 E 24.354567
  • GPS Turnoff: S 33.293198 E 24.370829
  • Trailer Required: Standard trailer
  • Vehicle: 2x4 Bakkie

Ablution

  • Showers: Hot showers (make hot water with the help of a boiler "donkey").
  • Toilets: Long drop toilet

Activities

  • Bird Watching: Yes
  • Fishing: River
  • Hiking: Yes
  • Mountain Biking: Jeeptracks
  • Nature Drives: Yes
  • Other Activities: Stargazing through a 10 inch deep-space telescope is available. A stunning lookout point is easily accessible by 2x4. On Noorspoort you can also visit the amazing rock phenomena of Draaikrans – surely one of the most stunning examples of the Cape Folds. A geology talk by a guide is available. Fun Game drives on a farm lorry are available.
  • Swimming: Swimming pool and river

4x4 Related

  • 4x4 Routes: Yes
  • 4x4 Caravan Required: Yes
  • 4x4 Comments: Yes

Comments, Rules and Notes

  • Comments: The Boma offers you a unique tranquil Karoo experience. Here you will camp next to the Great Gamtoos river in a peaceful and secluded spot that will be just yours for your stay. The Boma is 4km from Noorspoort Guest Lodge where you can swim for free. Noorspoort Guest Lodge is 4km north from the picturesque town of Steytlerville. There are three bush toilets, two bush showers with lovely views over the hills, a braai area (a braai pit and a old ‘damskrop’ for a braai), a wash-up area and a 6 seater table and ample camping space. The Boma is totally natural – all trees are indigenous. Yours for a quite, secluded getaway All roads are accessible for mountain biking, hiking, bird watching or your own game drive Kori Bustards, Ludwig’s Bustards, Black eagles and Fish Eagles are a few of the bird species. Kudu, zebra kudu, wildebeest, impala, red hartebeest, springbuck, duiker and steenbuck might be seen… Fishing in the river pools is possible with prior consent.
  • Additional Comments: Bush camp on a farm
  • Special rules: The Boma Baviaans lies next to the Great Gamtoos river and you and/or your group have exclusive access and stay there. Yours to drum away the whole evening or enjoy the peace and quiet
  • Other: Noorspoort Guest Lodge – beautifully restored colonial farmstead - 3 star. Three self catering cottages – one in Steytlerville. Caravaning and camping at Guest Lodge. Wedding and conferencing facilities. Photographic courses and more! See www.noorspoort.co.za for more information

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

  • Draaikrans

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,3 (3 reviews)
    2,3 km from camp
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  • Car Museum

    museum, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,7 (40 reviews)
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  • The Seven Dwarfs

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  • Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area, West

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    ⭐ 5 (1 reviews)
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  • Bhejane Game Reserve

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    ⭐ 4,6 (68 reviews)
    41,3 km from camp
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  • Timbila Game Reserve

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    ⭐ 4,5 (34 reviews)
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  • Quagga Overland Horse Trails Out Door Adventures

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  • Campbell Monument Baviaans

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  • Studtis Poort

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  • Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area

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