Mapungubwe National Park

Mapungubwe National Park is the ideal location for anyone interested in the park’s wildlife, birds, and the extraordinary history of this World Heritage Site. Come and join these diverse pilgrims and share unforgettable moments sipping sundowners at the confluence of the legendary Limpopo and Shashe Rivers.

This is Mapungubwe’s main camp, located in the eastern section of the park, 11km from the Main Gate, in the spectacular sandstone hills. Close to the camp guests can enjoy the Treetop Hide and the Confluence View Site & Picnic Area. The camp itself has a swimming pool and sundeck, as well as a central braai area.

Leokwe Camp - Cottage (CO2/4)
  • 1 bedroom with 2 single beds
  • Airconditioned – Barbeque Facilities
  • Ceiling Fan – WC and shower
  • Double Sleeper Couch (not suitable for adults)
  • Open plan kitchen
Leokwe Camp - Cottage (CO2/4P)
  • Cottage with better view
  • 1 bedroom with 2 single beds
  • Airconditioned and ceiling fan
  • DStv (limited channels)
  • Barbeque Facilities
  • Double Sleeper Couch (not suitable for adults)
  • Open plan kitchen
  • Wc and shower
Leokwe Camp - Family Cottage (FF4)
  • 1 bedroom with double bed
  • 1 bedroom with 2 single beds
  • Airconditioned and ceiling fan
  • DStv (limited channels)
  • Barbeque Facilities
  • Open plan kitchen
  • Wc and shower
Limpopo Forest Tented Camp - Forest Tent (FT2)
  • 2 single beds – WC and shower
  • Barbeque Facilities – Ceiling Fan
  • Kitchen
Mazhou Camp Site - Camp Site (CK6P)
  • Camp site with power point
  • Check in at Mapungubwe Main Gate
Tshugulu Lodge - Guest Cottage (GC4)
  • 1 bedroom with 2 single beds
  • 1 bedroom with double bed
  • Air-Conditioning – Braai Area
  • DStv (limited channels)
  • Open plan kitchen, fridge
  • Shared swimming pool
  • None exclusive lodge
Tshugulu Lodge - Guest House (GH8)
  • 2 bedroom with 2 single beds each
  • 2 bedroom with double bed each
  • Air-Conditioning – Braai Area
  • DStv (limited channels)
  • Open plan kitchen, fridge
  • Shared swimming pool
  • None exclusive lodge
Vhembe Wilderness Camp - Cabin (CNW2)
  • 2 single beds –WC & shower
  • Ceiling fan
  • Shared fridge
  • Communal kitchen & lapa
  • No swimming pool
  • Not recommended for families with kids
  • Solar power, no plug points
  • Unfenced camp

Frequently Asked Questions

Activities:

Visit the Confluence

Enjoy a view over the confluence of the Shashe and Limpopo rivers where three countries meet. There is a picnic site with ablution facilities at the Confluence with shaded picnic spots with tables and taps. You can also hire a skottelbraai and stock up on cooldrinks at the tuck shop.

Do the Tree Top Walk

Take a walk among the riverine forest on a raised canopy walk that takes you to a hide overlooking the Limpopo River.

Follow the Route of Lost Kingdoms

The Route of Lost Kingdoms stretches from inside the gates of the Kruger National Park at the ancient stone wall site of Thulamela, follows a trail of myths and legends to the Mapungubwe World Heritage site and onwards to the small town of Alldays. The route gives tourists the opportunity to explore this undiscovered region in the north of South Africa, bordering Botswana, and Zimbabwe.

Take a Heritage Tour, go on a Sunset Drive, Take a Guided Walk

Facilities:

Confluence Viewing Decks and Picnic Spot

Enjoy a view over the confluence of the Shashe and Limpopo rivers where three countries meet. There is a picnic site with shaded picnic spots with tables and taps along with ablution facilities. You can also hire a skottel braai and get necessities at the tuck shop.

Mapungubwe Interpretive Centre

With the Park's UNESCO World Heritage Status, an amazing building (that won World Building of the Year in 2009's World Architectural Awards) has been constructed that houses a museum section with many of the artefacts uncovered in the park, on display. Information on the park's fascinating history and biology is also available at the Intepretive Centre with knowledgeable guides on hand to take visitors through the centre.

Maloutswa Bird Hide

The hide is located within a short driving distance from Limpopo Forest Tented Camp and the Mazhou Camping Site. It offers a lovely location from which to view birds and mammals of all kinds.

Restaurant

The restaurant offers an a la carte breakfast (served from 08:00 - 10:00) and a la carte dinner (from 18:00 - 20:00).

Light meals are served between 10:00 and 18:00. The restaurant caters for special organised functions in the form of Bush braais, Boma Braais at Leokwe Camp and Tshugulu Lodge, small weddings, and special events celebrations.

Curio Shop

The shop offers basic food supplies and curios.

Check in Time:
  • Check-in from 14:00
  • Check out by 10:00
Gate Hours:
  • Gate hours 06:00 to 18:00
Take Note:
  • Pets are not allowed in a National Park.
  • Kindly note that no firearms will be allowed in the park.
  • The use of motorbikes and quad bikes are not allowed in the park.
  • The use of drones inside (and over) our national parks is strictly prohibited.

Any Questions?

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