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Offering mountain views, Big Cave Camp in Matopos has accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. There's a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. A bicycle rental service is available at the lodge, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Matopos Game Park Curios is 5.5 miles from Big Cave Camp, while Lake Matopos Recreational Park is 12 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport, 40 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
2 bunk beds
or
2 twin beds
and
2 bunk beds
2 twin beds
and
2 king beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.5
High score for Matopos
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jesse
    United States of America United States of America
    We were pleasantly surprised as the total experience was even more supportive and rewarding than was expected. The blaze of stars at night, the views at sunrise and sunset, and the ever-present call of the giant balancing rocks set a beautiful,...
  • A
    Allan
    Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
    Clean and perfect place for nature lovers. Staff was great too.
  • Granttge
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic friendly and knowledgeable staff. The site has a wow factor built sympathetically into the granite rock environment. Food was excellent and I particularly enjoyed the atmosphere of all guests and staff dining together round one large...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Leopards Lair
    • Cuisine
      African • American • British • Local • International • Grill/BBQ • South African
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Big Cave Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and costs $5 per hour.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:30 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.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 9:30 PM and 6:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Big Cave 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.

FAQs about Big Cave Camp

  • Big Cave Camp is 6.8 miles from the center of Matopos. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Big Cave Camp has 1 restaurant:

    • The Leopards Lair

  • Guests staying at Big Cave Camp can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet

  • Big Cave Camp offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming pool
    • Bicycle rental
    • Themed dinners
    • Game drives
    • Bike tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

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

  • Yes, Big Cave Camp is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

  • Room options at Big Cave Camp include:

    • Twin
    • Family
    • Suite
    • Twin/Double

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