Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are accurate.

Located in Thabazimbi, within 29 km of Ben Alberts Nature Reserve and 30 km of Thabazimbi Golf Course, Griffons Bush Camp provides accommodation with pool with a view as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The chalet features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. At the chalet complex, the units are equipped with a desk. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain or pool views. The units feature a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. Outdoor play equipment is also available at the chalet, while guests can also relax in the garden.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 large double bed
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.5
Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Prashhant
    South Africa South Africa
    Rustic and Secluded Place Completely wild experience with the open toilet and shower 😁 The manager there is helpful and provide information about latest sightings around the property. They also do bush walks and guided game drives. Just one...
  • Mmakgoshana
    South Africa South Africa
    The fresh breeze on top of the mountain was refreshing.
  • Fransiska
    South Africa South Africa
    Silence that hurt your ears! Unbelievable! Alois attended to every requirement. Kitchen fully equipped. Comfortable beds. Enough firewood provided. Perfect getaway from your busy everyday life.
  • Candice
    South Africa South Africa
    We had a lovely stay at Griffon’s Nest. Beautiful views of the mountain. The staff were friendly and so helpful.
  • Carina
    South Africa South Africa
    Rustic relaxation at its best. There is no cellphone reception, so one can really switch off and unwind. The firepits are a great fire safety addition. We were supplied with ample wood for a real campfire experience. It was a perfect weekend...
  • Kalman
    South Africa South Africa
    Very friendly, helpful and funny caretaker Alois made us feel very welcome, explained everything we needed to know about our stay carefully. A special treat was the outdoor shower, such a wonderful experience, and with hot water from a donkey! The...
  • Klaas
    Netherlands Netherlands
    It was a quiet place to be. No internet no whatsapp. Great time to relax en met other people
  • Koen
    Belgium Belgium
    It was away from the world, 10km drive on a 4X4 road. The host was super friendly and did all you asked.
  • Nthabiseng
    South Africa South Africa
    I loved the idea of being ‘off the grid’, no signal and keeping the place as natural as possible. Throughly enjoyed the experience.
  • Dmitriy
    South Africa South Africa
    The view is amazing! The place is very accommodating, cozy, with basic toiletries, clean water, own toilet and shower. Mini stove, tea, coffee and sugar to start the day was perfect. Alois is welcoming and informs well to understand your...

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Griffons

Company review score: 9.3Based on 128 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Property information

Nestled in a mountainous amphitheater, at the highest point in the Waterberg, lies Griffons Bush Camp. On its own exclusive and private property within Marakele National Park, the gigantic views stretch forever, and the local residents have made the most of the views too, with the largest Cape Griffon colony in the world inhabiting the cliffs above the camp.Griffons is located in a fig and acacia forest on the slopes of the mountain on over 1000 hectares of Waterberg bushveld. Here visitors can enjoy many guided nature trails, from steep and demanding to leisurely and relaxing. Griffons lies within Marakele National Park which hosts Africa’s Big 5 game species.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Griffons Bush Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Electric kettle
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Miscellaneous
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
Griffons Bush Camp takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 13:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 250 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 384 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

We recommend the use of a high clearance vehicle it doesn't have to be a 4x4 but as long as it doesn’t have low suspension.

Please inform Griffons Bush Camp in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Griffons Bush Camp

  • Griffons Bush Camp offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming Pool
    • Badminton equipment

  • Griffons Bush Camp has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Griffons Bush Camp is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Griffons Bush Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Griffons Bush Camp can accommodate the following group size:

    • 3 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Griffons Bush Camp is 13 miles from the centre of Thabazimbi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Griffons Bush Camp is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Griffons Bush Camp on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Griffons Bush Camp on this page.