Cost- Private Camp: R295.00 per camping stand per night (pensioners rate)
No cell phone or wifi access
No electricity
Pet Friendly (no extra cost)
Lowering clouds followed us northwards as we travelled the highway in the direction of Polokwane. Rain was forecast for the weekend but we decided to take a chance and go camping anyway.
We arrived at Thabaphaswa after an easy three hour drive in plenty of time to set up camp – it only takes 20 minutes with the Tripper! Just love our Tripper…
A warm welcome and access to Craft Beer, firewood and ice, we sat and chatted to the owner, Deon, getting a quick rundown on the roads and trails in and around the farm. We were escorted to our camp past the cattle kraals and discovered it was a single campsite and we would be alone – how lucky can you get?
A basic but beautifully built fire area, a lot of trees and an empty stream made up the site (they have just started having rain again after 4 years of drought!)
The ‘loo with a view’ and the open shower were uphill from the camp and needed a little planning for early in the morning.
Hiking trails, winding 4×4 roads and exceptional bird life filled our days and a huge full moon sailed through the night sky making it light enough to navigate the unfamiliar area without torches.
The friendly atmosphere, breathtaking surroundings and the hope of returning to full dams and running water will ensure our return soon – perhaps for birthday celebrations?
Itchy Feet! 