• Houses
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
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Providing garden views, Griffons Bush Camp in Thabazimbi offers accommodations, pool with a view, and a garden. This chalet provides free private parking and a shared kitchen. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the mountain and pool. At the chalet complex, all units are fitted with a desk. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the chalet complex, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Outdoor play equipment is also available for guests at the chalet. Ben Alberts Nature Reserve is 18 miles from Griffons Bush Camp, while Thabazimbi Golf Course is 19 miles away. The nearest airport is Wonderboom Airport, 132 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 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

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.5
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  • Koketso
    South Africa South Africa
    Love the fact that you're in the heart of nature and surrounded by mountains
  • Motlalepula
    South Africa South Africa
    First of all the location where the property is located, the road is not that friendly but there's a saying in every difficult climb, there's always the best view! The fact that there's no electricity, tv, wifi and signal (which I doubt one needs...
  • Eric
    Netherlands Netherlands
    It’s a bush camp in Marakele NP (though you have to drive 13 km (on a very rough and rocky road back to to the entrance)

Managed by Griffons

Company review score: 9.3Based on 126 reviews from 1 property
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Property info

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

Area info

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

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Electric kettle
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
Spa
  • Kids' pool
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • 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

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Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib 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 cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Griffons Bush Camp

  • The prices at Griffons Bush Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • 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 info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Griffons Bush Camp is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

  • Griffons Bush Camp can accommodate this group size:

    • 3 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown 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.

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

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