Olifants Camp

Olifants Rest Camp is one of the more popular camps in the Kruger National Park, situated several hundred feet up on a hill on the banks of the mighty Olifants River with a view so vast, truly a window onto Africa.

Game viewing from the camp is easily the best, stretching for kilometres of open plains and spending your days just watching as animals stroll to the river for a drink – nature’s best!

There is ample choice of accommodation at Olifants, from two- to four-sleeper units, luxury guest houses with various options to choose from. Camping is not available at Olifants Camp but at Balule Camp, a satellite camp close by.

Bungalow (BBD2V)
  • Units with best view of Olifants River
  • Base rate 2 people - Max 2 people
  • 2 single beds - Aircon - Fridge - Hotplate - Sink – Utensils - Wc and shower
Bungalow (BD2U)
  • Perimeter views - Base rate 2 people - Max 2 people
  • 1 bedroom with 2 single beds – Aircon - Fridge - Hotplate - Sink – Utensils - Wc and shower
Bungalow (BD2V)
  • River view - Base rate 2 people - Max 2 people
  • 2 single beds – Aircon - Fridge - Hotplate - Sink – Utensils - Wc and shower
Bungalow (BG2) / (BG2Z)
  • Base rate 2 people - Max 2 people
  • 1 bedroom with 2 single beds – Aircon - Communal Kitchen
  • Fridge - No utensils - Wc and shower
  • BG2Z accessible to the mobility challenged guests
Bungalow (BD3U) / (BD3UZ)
  • Perimeter views - Base rate 2 people - Max 3 people
  • 1 bedroom with 3 single beds – Aircon - Fridge - Hotplate - Sink – Utensils - Wc and shower
  • BD3UZ accessible to the mobility challenged guests
Bungalow (BG3)
  • Base rate 2 people - Max 3 people
  • 1 bedroom with 3 single beds – Aircon - Communal Kitchen
  • Fridge - No utensils - Wc and shower
Bungalow (NG2U)
  • Perimeter view - Base rate 2 people - Max 2 people
  • 1 bedroom with 2 single beds – Aircon - Communal Kitchen - Fridge - No utensils - Wc and shower
Bungalow (NG2V)
  • River view - Base rate 2 people - Max 2 people
  • 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - Aircon - Communal Kitchen - Fridge - No utensils - Wc and shower
Bungalow (FQ4)
  • Nkambaku Bungalow - No view - Base rate 2 people - Max 4 people
  • 2 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds – Aircon - Kitchen - Equipped - Wc and shower
Bungalow (FQ4U1)
  • Unit Number 18 - Perimeter view - Base rate 2 people - Max 4 people
  • 2 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds – Aircon - Kitchen – Equipped - Wc and shower
Bungalow (FQ4V2)
  • Unit Number 14, River view - Base rate 2 people - Max 4 people
  • 2 bathrooms, each with w/c and shower - 2 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds
  • Aircon - Kitchen – Equipped
Lebombo Guest House (GEG)
  • Luxury units in prime position - Base rate 4 people - Max 8 people
  • 4 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds – Aircon - DSTV (Limited Channels)
  • Kitchen - Well Equipped - Wc, shower and bath
Nshawu Guest House (GNG)
  • Luxury units in prime position - Base rate 4 people - Max 8 people
  • 4 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds – Aircon - DSTV (Limited Channels)
  • Kitchen - Well Equipped - Wc, shower and bath

Frequently Asked Questions

Activities:
  • Self-drive wildlife viewing in the park
  • Picnic and braai sites in the park
  • Various game drives in an open vehicle, booking in advance is essential
  • Game walks in the morning or afternoon and/or riverside walk and mountain bike rides
  • Bush braais are now available at selected camps
Office and Gate Hours:

January

  • Entrance Gates ( 05:30 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 04:30 )
  • All Gates Close ( 18:30 )

February

  • Entrance Gates ( 05:30 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 05:30 )
  • All Gates Close ( 18:30 )

March

  • Entrance Gates ( 05:30 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 05:30 )
  • All Gates Close ( 18:00 )

April

  • Entrance Gates ( 06:00 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 06:00 )
  • All Gates Close ( 18:00 )

May

  • Entrance Gates ( 06:00 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 06:00 )
  • All Gates Close ( 17:30 )

June

  • Entrance Gates ( 06:00 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 06:00 )
  • All Gates Close ( 17:30 )

July

  • Entrance Gates ( 06:00 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 06:00 )
  • All Gates Close ( 17:30 )

August

  • Entrance Gates ( 06:00 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 06:00 )
  • All Gates Close ( 18:00 )

September

  • Entrance Gates ( 06:00 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 06:00 )
  • All Gates Close ( 18:00 )

October

  • Entrance Gates ( 05:30 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 05:30 )
  • All Gates Close ( 18:00 )

November

  • Entrance Gates ( 05:30 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 04:30 )
  • All Gates Close ( 18:30 )

December

  • Entrance Gates ( 05:30 )
  • Camp Gate Opens ( 04:30 )
  • All Gates Close ( 18:30 )
Check In & Out Times:
  • Check in time is 14:00 for all accommodation.
  • Check out time is 10:00 for all accommodation.
Facilities:
  • A fuel station is available at Olifants Camp; fuel stations are only at the main camps in the Park
  • A shop selling curios, snacks and basic supplies is available at the Main Camp
  • A restaurant is on the highest point in the camp overlooking the river
  • A swimming pool is available for overnight visitors
  • First aid station and laundromat
  • A conference room and TV halls as well as an auditorium are also available
Take Note:
  • Pets are not allowed in national parks.
  • Firearms to be declared at reception where they will be sealed, seal will be broken upon departure. Insect repellent is recommended, highest risk in high rainfall season (Dec-Apr)
  • Contact your travel clinic about malaria precautions; 24-hr malaria hotline 0822341800
  • Under no circumstances are late arrivals allowed at Pafuri, Phalaborwa, Giriyondo or Phabeni Gates Late arrivals are allowed for emergencies only and are subject to the following conditions: · An additional cost per vehicle will be charged · Late arrival must be arranged in advance with the gate · Evidence for late arrival must be provided · Guests must have pre-booked accommodation at camps that are within 10km distance from gate
  • No day visitors are allowed to bring liquor into the Park (throughout the year). · Vehicles will be searched on entry and public spaces are monitored for any violation of this rule. · Overnight visitors may bring liquor for consumption only in the privacy of their accommodation · Consumption of liquor will be limited to booked accommodation as well as dedicated bar and restaurant areas.
  • All other areas to be regarded as “liquor-free zones” (throughout the year) · “Sundowner” and bush braai sites will be regarded as “liquor friendly” under officially organized events.
  • Due to poor road conditions and repairs taking place on the R538 (between White River, NUMBI Gate and Hazyview) guests are advised to avoid this road and NUMBI Gate. The R40 (leading directly from White River to Hazyview) is recommended as it has recently been repaired and guests can access or exit the Park through KRUGER- of PHABENI Gate Due to possible criminal activities, guests using PHABENI Gate are advised not to stop along the road between PHABENI Gate and Hazyview Please take note that the maximum speed limit is 50 km/h for tar roads and 40 km/h for gravel roads. Should visitors not arrive on the arrival date of the reservation, the accommodation will be held until 09:00 the following day, after which the reservation will be cancelled and the deposit, where applicable, forfeited. To reach your destination before CAMP GATE closing time, contact the PARK Entrance Gate you intend entering to confirm the cut-off time for travelling to your destination. NOTE: You will not be allowed to enter the park to travel to the rest camp you are booked without adequate travelling time.

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