Waterberg Wilderness Reserve – Family-Friendly Camping & Nature Retreat

Waterberg Wilderness Reserve offers family-friendly camping and scenic spots in Limpopo Province, South Africa.

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Waterberg Wilderness Reserve

South Africa - Limpopo Province

About Waterberg Wilderness Reserve Camping

Waterberg Wilderness Reserve is a serene camping site in South Africa, set among natural surroundings. Visitors can partake in birdwatching, hiking, and campfire gatherings. Amenities include clean bathrooms, picnic spots, and open camping areas. Close by, you can explore Doorndraai Dam Campsite, mphatlalatsane cultural group. It is suitable for travelers who appreciate nature, peace, and comfortable outdoor stays.

Contact Info

Contact Person: Mark Matheson
Telephone Number: +27 (0)11 792-5300
Cellphone Number: +27 (0)83 626-9409
Fax Number: +27 (0)11 792-3947
Email address: info@waterbergwilderness.co.za
Language: English, Afrikaans, German
Office Hours: 08h00 - 17h00
Website: http://www.waterbergwilderness.co.za

Accommodation

Camping Allowed: Caravans & tents
Caravan Allowed: Yes
Caravan Requirements: 4x4 Caravan
Ground Cover: Ground
People per Site: 6
Self Catering: Self catering luxury safari tents
Shade: All the sites have shade
Sites Available: 2
Tents Allowed: Yes

Facilities

Braai Grill: Yes
Cellphone reception: Yes
Credit Cards welcome: Yes
Fridge: Yes
Shop: Wood for sale
Washing up: Yes
Water taps: Yes

Directions and Road Condition

Access Road: Gravel road
Closest Town: Mokopane (Potgietersrus)
Directions to campsite: As approaching Pretoria on the N1, take the Pietersburg / Polokwane N1 which veers off to the left. Follow the N1 Polokwane until the Naboomspruit / Mookgopong turn off about 30km after the Kranskop toll gate. Drive through Naboomspruit / Mppkgopong and continue straight towards Potgietersrus / Mokopane with the R101. After 33 km you will find the Sterkrivier turning which you take to your left. Follow the Sterkrivier road for 7 km and you will find a thatched gateway and gravel servitude road to your right. Take the gravel road and follow for 10km where you will find the gate to Waterberg Wilderness Reserve, which is signposted. Minor gravel roads exit this main servitude, but ignore these as it is best to follow the main road all the way to the gate. Advanced booking is essential.
Distance to Town: 28 km
GPS Campsite: S 24.207391 E 28.871610
Trailer Required: Standard trailer
Vehicle: 2x4 Bakkie

Ablution

Has Bath: Yes
Showers: Hot shower
Toilets: Flush Toilet

Activities

Bird Watching: Yes
Hiking: Yes
Kloofing: Yes
Mountain Biking: Gravel roads & Jeeptracks
Nature Drives: Yes
Other Activities: Guided & unguided game drives
Rock Climbing: Yes
Swimming: River with pools, dam

4x4 Related

4x4 Routes: Yes

Comments, Rules and Notes

Comments: The reserve offers accommodation in the Waterberg Wilderness camp but is exclusive and can only accommodate a maximum of 12 guests in safari tents with an additional 2 campsites available. All accommodation is self catering with comfortable and complete facilities. Game drives are allowed in your own 4x4 vehicles and both guided game walks and game drives can be arranged with prior notice The Waterberg Wilderness reserve is home to a large number of animal species as well as over 250 bird species and ideal habitat for a very large number of reptile species. The African rock Python and Black Mamba, two sought after species for reptile enthusiasts are common to the area. The wooded gorges and rugged terrain make the ideal habitat for a number of species including Leopard and Brown Hyena both of which frequent the area on a regular basis. Game viewing is good as large numbers do occur on the property and the mountainous terrain offers the chance to see some species like Mountain Reedbuck and Klipspringer which are rarely sighted in many other reserves.
Additional Comments: Campsite in a nature reserve
Special rules: No loud music, radios or drumming allowed
Other: Boma, viewing deck

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Doorndraai Dam Campsite

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Waterberg Wilderness Reserve – Family-Friendly Camping & Nature Retreat