Thorn Tree Bush Camp - inside Dinokeng Game Reserve  Verified Listing

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Elephant Root Luxury Tent  From R1910 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom.

A glamping getaway for 2, the secluded tent has a ... queen-size bed and a full en-suite bathroom. The kitchenette has a 1-plate electric stove and a bar fridge. The tent features a private heated splash pool.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen
From R1910 /night

 

 
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Monkey Thorn  From R1770 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom.

Well suited for seniors, couples, and honeymooners looking for more ... traditional accommodation. The air-conditioned cottage features a queen-size bed, a full en-suite bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. The outdoor braai area overlooks the surroundings.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen
From R1770 /night

 

 
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Fever Tree Tented Cabin  From R1415 /night

 

Sleeps 4 people, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom.

The cosy cabin contains a queen-size bed and a double ... bunk stretcher for young children with an en-suite ablution fitted with a shower. The kitchenette is equipped with a gas stove and fridge. Braai facilities are available.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 Double, 1 Bunk bed
From R1415 /night

 

 
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Weeping Boerbean Tented Cabin  From R1415 /night

 

Sleeps 4 people, 1 Bedroom.

The cabin is furnished with a queen-size bed and a ... double bunk stretcher for young children. Bedding and bath towels are provided and the separate ablution is fitted with a shower. The kitchenette is equipped with a gas stove and fridge.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 Bunk bed, 1 Queen
From R1415 /night

 

 
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Black Thorn  From R2125 /night

 

Sleeps 4 people, 2 Bedrooms.

Naturally tucked away in a corner, next to the fence, ... the bush camp is ideal for 4. The camp comprises 2 tents each with 2 single beds sharing a shower-only ablution. The kitchenette is fully equipped and the camp has a private splash pool.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin bed
Bedroom 2

2 Twin bed
From R2125 /night

 

 
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Umbrella Thorn Family Tent Camp  From R1415 /night

 

Sleeps 5 people, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom.

A large safari tent for 5, the tent is furnished ... with a king-size that can convert to twins, a bunk bed and a luxury single stretcher. The open-air en-suite bathroom has a shower. The camp has a private boma and a fully equipped gazebo kitchen.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 Bunk bed, 1 King, 1 Single
From R1415 /night

 

 
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Sickle Bush  From R1170 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom.

Perfect for a young couple, the double bed is located ... on the platform of a converted rooftop tent and is accessed by a ladder. The shared ablution is fitted with a shower. The camp has a private fully equipped kitchenette and braai facilities.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

1 Double
From R1170 /night

 

 
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Knob Thorn  From R1060 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom.

Perfect for a couple or duo of friends, the tent ... features 2 single beds that can convert to a king-size bed. The shared ablutions are fitted with a shower. The tents have a kitchenette, indoor dining area and braai facilities.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin bed
From R1060 /night

 

 
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Thorn Pear  From R1060 /night

 

Sleeps 2 people, 1 Bedroom.

Comfortably furnished for a couple or duo of friends, the ... tent has 2 single beds that can convert to a king-size bed. The shared ablutions are fitted with a shower. The tents have a kitchenette, indoor dining area and braai facilities.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin bed
From R1060 /night

 

 
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Scented Pod  From R2055 /night

 

Sleeps 8 people, 4 Bedrooms.

Overlooking the waterhole next to the fence, the camp can ... sleep 8 people. Each of the 4 tents contains 2 luxury single stretchers, making use of the shower-only shared ablutions. A boma and fully equipped kitchen tent is available.

Rate Basis: Self catering (no meals included)

Bedroom 1

2 Single
Bedroom 2

2 Single
Bedroom 3

2 Single
Bedroom 4

2 Single
From R2055 /night

 

 
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Duiker Bush Campsite  From R620 /night

 

Sleeps 8 people.

A large stand with limited shade, the site has a ... private ablution with a toilet, shower and washbasin. Electricity, a braai and water are available. Separated by natural bush, the shrubs and trees provide some privacy.

From R620 /night

 

 
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Eland Bush Campsite  From R620 /night

 

Sleeps 8 people.

Located central along the fence, the extra large site has ... reasonable shade and a private ablution with a toilet, shower and washbasin. Electricity, a braai and water are available. Separated by natural bush, the shrubs and trees provide some privacy.

From R620 /night

 

 
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Kudu Bush Campsite  From R620 /night

 

Sleeps 8 people.

Located central along the fence, the large site has reasonable ... shade and a private ablution with a toilet, shower and washbasin. Electricity, a braai and water are available. Separated by natural bush, the shrubs and trees provide some privacy.

From R620 /night

 

 
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Nyala Bush Campsite  From R620 /night

 

Sleeps 8 people.

Large stand with shade, the site is closest to the ... swimming pool. The private ablution has a toilet, shower and washbasin. Electricity, a braai and water are available. Separated by natural bush, the shrubs and trees provide some privacy.

From R620 /night

 

 
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Red Hartebees Bush Campsite  From R620 /night

 

Sleeps 8 people.

Situated along the fence, the large stand enjoys afternoon shade. ... A private ablution with a shower, toilet and washbasin is available. Electricity, a braai and water are located nearby. Separated by natural bush, the shrubs and trees provide some privacy.

From R620 /night

 

 
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Tsesebe Bush Campsite  From R620 /night

 

Sleeps 8 people.

The large stand has limited afternoon shade and is situated ... along the fence with a private ablution with a toilet, shower and washbasin. Electricity, a braai and water are available. Separated by natural bush, the shrubs and trees provide some privacy.

From R620 /night

 

 
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Off-Grid Campsite Caracal  From R300 /night

 

Sleeps 4 people.

The unfenced wilderness campsites, in the game reserve with freeroaming ... wildlife, is suitable only for experienced wilderness campers that are fully equipped for off-grid camping. A braai or firepit is available. No ablutions.

From R300 /night

 

 
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Off-Grid Campsite Serval  From R300 /night

 

Sleeps 4 people.

The unfenced wilderness campsites, in the game reserve with freeroaming ... wildlife, is suitable only for experienced wilderness campers that are fully equipped for off-grid camping. A braai or firepit is available. No ablutions.

From R300 /night

 

 
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Kitchenette
Garden
Bath towels
Patio
Stove
Fridge
Linen
Microwave
Covid-19 Certified
Swimming Pool
Braai/BBQ Area
Parking on Premises
WiFi
Conference Facility
Fireplace
Bar fridge
Child friendly
Deck
No smoking

Escape to the enchanting safari adventure at Thorn Tree Bush Camp, your ultimate retreat in the heart of the Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve, just a scenic 45-minute drive from Pretoria.

Indulge in a truly immersive African bush experience as you unwind in the spacious embrace of our canvas Safari tents or campsite. Let the soothing sounds of the wild serenade you to sleep, creating an intimate atmosphere that captures the essence of romance.

At Thorn Tree Bush Camp, we understand that tranquility lies in the details. Allow us to cater to your every need, ensuring that your romantic escape is not only memorable but also seamlessly comfortable.

Escape to the wilderness, where love flourishes under the African stars. Book your stay now and embark on a journey to the perfect getaway at Thorn Tree Bush Camp in Gauteng's premier Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve.

Safari Tent / Cottage / Tented Cabins
Safari Tent - Elephant Root - Romantic African bush experience – Bath with a view
Cottage - Bushveld comfort at The Monkey Thorn Cottage
Tented Cabins - Experience of both a wooden cabin and a Safari tent
Family Tent Camp - Black Thorn (Swarthaak) an intimate escape for up to 4 people
Bush Escape - Family / Friends / Group (Pax 8) –
Scented Pod (Lekkerruikpeul) - Tailor-made for extended families or groups of up to 8 people, offering a cozy and communal atmosphere.
Bush Breakaway - 2 Sleeper / Couple Tent Camps
Knob Thorn & Thorn Pear
Sickle Bush – Tree Top Tent offering a romantic Tarzan and Jane experience nestled among the treetops

Please take note of our minimum stays:
Normal weekends minimum stay of 2 nights required.
Minimum stay of 3 or 4 night over the following weekends with a public holiday connected to it.

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Extra Info

Property Type Cottage, Camp, Chalet, Backpackers, Game Lodge, Self Catering, Caravan Park
Conditions Show
Check-in after 03:00 PM
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy Moderate
Can Be Used For Film Location, Still Shoots

Reviews

JANNIE VAN DER SCHYF
19 February 2024

Excellent stay, very nice and friendly hosts and team, thank you Rodney and Elize, will definitely see you again.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Sheila Reddy
22 April 2022

Chose a weekend that rained nonstop. The tents eventually started condensing water inside. Water kept dripping through the covering onto the campsite and into the kitchen area.
We were to be there Friday to Tuesday.
We left on Sunday afternoon, cold, wet and disappointed. Maybe we'll try another time!!!
The camp looked very nice and would have been greatly enjoyed if not for the rain, I'm sure.

Okay. 3 out of 5
Adrian Anema
01 March 2022

Very friendly staff and willing to help. Spotless campsites and ablutions,
well positioned within Denokeng.

Fabulous. 4 out of 5
Ben Hawley
16 November 2020

Great set up, really peaceful site, perfect place to relax and get away from it all. Close to other places to go out to as well. Even saw a Cheetah just 200m away.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Leilani Correia
09 November 2020

We thoroughly enjoyed the privacy that Elephant Root tent gave us. The tent was spacious, clean, comfortable and offered everything we needed. Thorn Tree is just lovely - a very friendly and peaceful place to spend a weekend away from the city. The bush sounds were incredible and we loved every moment!

Superb. 5 out of 5
Leon Pistorius
23 August 2018

Host are very friendly and willing to accommodate you as much as possible.

Fabulous. 4 out of 5
jabulanigama
10 July 2018

It was an excellent service from the lady at reception, to the tour guide un till we left. It was our first time camping, so our expectations were completely different from what we got. The elephant tent made us to feel at home.

mogaumphahlele8
25 June 2018

I took my fiance for his birthday weekend, We had the most adventurous, exciting and relaxing time of our lives!! Great Very clean, quite and a good place to be to unwind! Great friendly staff, an awesome restaurant just across the street. I am definitely taking my family there this festive!!

rebeccawepener
18 June 2018

Our stay at Thorn tree was better that what we expected, we were so surprised and so excited, all our expectations were exceeded.Thank you so much Elzabè & Rodney. we had amazing game drives and an amazing guide, Rodney. we will definitely go back and advise our friends and families to visit thorn tree bush camp

PJ Prinsloo
05 May 2017

Very nice setting. All fine. Clean and neat facilities

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Based on 24 verified guest reviews

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Dinokeng Game Reserve Reviews

Angela Norris
21 August 2024

Loved the camping at Kyalo

Fabulous. 4 out of 5
Anonymous
05 August 2024

Very nice stay

Fabulous. 4 out of 5
Riaan Pieterse
17 July 2023

Tranquility, peace of mind, animals

Superb. 5 out of 5
Jolandi Le Roux-Bouwer
19 June 2023

Veldjierondom

Fabulous. 4 out of 5
Lindiwe Seoketsa
29 May 2023

I enjoyed the self-game driving, though I only saw 2 of the Big 5's next time I'll use the Game Rangers drive... I also loved the picnic sighting the food there it's very nice and tasty...

Superb. 5 out of 5
Carolyn Marais
06 March 2023

Very clean and excellent availability of all needed, restaurants, food etc.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Wiekie van Niekerk
02 March 2023

We saw lions, giraffe and rhino on the first day there

Superb. 5 out of 5
Liza price
30 January 2023

Well sign posted and easy to navigate. Always seen something special.

Superb. 5 out of 5
Katrien Shelvey
13 January 2023

All the animals, self-game drives, friendly staff

Superb. 5 out of 5
Chrissie Winter
04 December 2022

The game drive and hearing a lion roar about 100m from our lodge.

Superb. 5 out of 5