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Mount Camdeboo Private Game is home to white rhino, Cape buffalo, cheetah, giraffe, mountain zebra, a host of antelope and an abundance of birds.
If remote R&R is what you need, then the on-site spa and the constantly evolving menu of wholesome, locally inspired, refined cuisine, will do wonders for body and soul.
Accommodation is in three beautifully restored, gracious gabled manors, each with spacious gardens and swimming pools, and one with an additional secluded cottage. For those looking for something under canvas, two luxurious and privately located en-suite safari tents provide sweeping views over the reserve.
This traditional Cape Dutch-style manor has four luxuriously appointed rooms, ideally suited to families travelling with children. The 510 m² house features beautiful Oregon pine flooring and French doors that open to stunning landscaped gardens.
Camdeboo Manor features:
•Two double en-suite bedrooms
•Two twin en-suite bedrooms
•A generous-sized swimming pool
•Wi-Fi
•A communal satellite TV, with DSTV
•Air conditioning
•Bathrooms include double vanities, a shower, a bath and WC
•Underfloor heating in the bedroom and bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International plugs
•An electronic safe
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•Mini bar located in the lounge
Courtyard Manor is a gracious, double-gabled homestead that dates back to the late 1700s and features a charming deep verandah. This 443 m² home has been tastefully decorated and, given its size, is ideal for hosting private parties.
Courtyard Manor features:
•Four en-suite bedrooms
•A full-sized swimming pool
•Wi-Fi
•A communal satellite TV, with DSTV
•Air conditioning
•Underfloor heating
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International plugs
•An electronic safe
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
Set in a secluded garden area, Peppertree Cottage is a romantic option for honeymooners or couples seeking privacy. This historic 179 m² property, which served as both a prison and a church before being converted into a suite, includes alluring amenities like a fireplace, a private hot tub and its own garden.
Peppertree Cottage features:
•An open-plan layout, including a lounge
•A kitchenette with basic amenities, including a mini fridge and microwave
•A walk-in shower and bathtub
•A king-size bed
•A full-sized swimming pool, shared with Camdeboo Manor
•Private wood-burning hot tub
•Wi-Fi
•A communal satellite TV
•Air conditioning
•Underfloor heating
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•International plugs
•An electronic safe
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
Hillside Manor is an unwalled property set higher up on the Sneeuberg Mountain slopes than the other manors and offers sweeping views of the valley. This elegantly renovated 1900s manor is spacious at 295 m² and can be booked as a self-catering house or with a private chef, making it ideal for family or group bookings.
Hillside Manor features:
•Three double en-suite bedrooms
•A full-sized swimming pool
•Wi-Fi
•A communal satellite TV
•Air conditioning
•Underfloor heating
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•International plugs
•An electronic safe
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•Mini bar located in the lounge
Our two eco-friendly Pods are tucked away in a secluded spot on the Camdeboo Plains and blend in seamlessly with the landscape. These units are chic and comfortable, but leave a light environmental footprint. They offer incredible proximity to nature — the perfect escape for couples, honeymooners and wildlife lovers.
The Pods features:
•A luxurious queen-size bed
•A kitchenette with basic amenities
•En-suite bathroom
•Private wood-burning hot tub
•Private boma and fire pit
•Skylight for stargazing and airflow
•Wi-Fi
•Fan
•Bathrobe and slippers
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
Camdeboo Manor has four luxuriously appointed double bedroom suites which offer guests a truly private experience. And should the call of nature tug at their soul – they can simply slip out of their private patio doors onto a secluded courtyard and into the lush established garden that stands like an oasis in the desert heat. The fourth suite, referred to as the honeymoon suite, is situated in Camdeboo Manor’s beautiful gardens, in what was originally the Gate House to the Manor.
Dating back to the late 1700s, Courtyard Manor is a gracious, double gabled homestead wrapped in a deep veranda. Comprising four tastefully appointed en-suite bedroom suites, the manor honours its original name of Ou Werf (a bustling village square) as it is well suited to accommodating a private party where sociability and smiles feel right at home.
Situated in a secluded part of Camdeboo Manor’s beautiful gardens, Peppertree offers a romantic setting for honeymooners or couples seeking privacy. The spacious cottage features a King-size bed, fireplace, luxurious en-suite bathroom, kitchenette and a private garden.
Resting slightly higher on the Sneeuberg Mountain slopes than its counterparts, Hillside Manor offers magnificent sweeping valley views. Slightly more “modern” than the other manors on the Reserve, this mountain retreat dates back to the early 1900s. Tastefully renovated, Hillside Manor is used to accommodate overflow from Camdeboo Manor when required. It is an ideal family option for group bookings with modern living spaces and three double en suite bedrooms. Given that the Hillside Manor property is unwalled, it is not uncommon to entertain surprise guests courtesy of Mother Nature.
Our two eco-friendly Pods are tucked away in a secluded spot on the Camdeboo Plains and blend in seamlessly with the landscape. These units are chic and comfortable, but leave a light environmental footprint. They offer incredible proximity to nature — the perfect escape for couples, honeymooners and wildlife lovers.
Property Facilities
Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Communal Dining, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Fan, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Underfloor Heating, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Room Service, Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Gourmet Picnic, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Massages, Natural History Tours, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Battlefield Tours, Big 5, Bird Watching, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Historical Tours, Natural History Tours, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Walks (Self Guided)
Our highly knowledgeable and experienced game rangers will try their best to make sure you see our “Camdeboo Big Five”, namely the breeding cheetah pair, the rare white rhinos, giraffe and almost extinct mountain zebra. Not to mention a bevy of birds and smaller lesser-spotted game.
Not forgetting human creature comforts, each drive takes a break mid safari, where guests can tuck in to a picnic basket filled with hot coffee, tea, rusks and other delicious snack delights. In the colder winter months guests are dispatched with hot water bottles, blankets and a dash of liqueur to warm their way.
- Scenic flight over the reserve to one of the highest points on the Sneeuberg Mountain Range with a picnic on top of the mountain included. Duration 25 min. Price R 11 150 for 1-4 pax
- Graaff-Reinet scenic flight over the historic town, Spandau Kop and Valley of Desolation, starting and ending on the reserve. Duration 45 min. Price R 14 500 for 1-4 pax.
- History of Graaff-Reinet: Includes a scenic flight to/ from Graaff-Reinet and a 2.5 hour historic ground town tour with a lunch stop (lunch for own account). Time 09h00 - 14h30. Price R 14 500 for 1-4 pax + R 615 pp.
- Valley of Desolation: Includes a scenic flight over the Valley of Desolation, landing in Graaff-Reinet, followed by a 2.5 hour ground tour of the Valley of Desolation with a lunch stop (lunch for own account) included and a road transfer back to Graaff-Reinet for flight back to the reserve. Time 09h00 - 14h30. Price R 14 500 for 1-4 pax + R 840 pp.
- History of Graaff-Reinet & Valley of Desolation: a full day outing combining the above two tours. Time 09h00 - 17h00. Price R 14 500 for 1-4 pax + R 1 450 pp.
- Graaff-Reinet History & Nieu Bethesda: Includes a scenic flight to Graaff-Reinet followed by a 2.5 hour historic ground town tour, a road transfer to Nieu Bethesda, lunch (for own account) and a 2.5 hour Nieu Bethesda & Owl House Tour, with a return flight to the reserve. Time 09h00 - 17h00. Price R 19 500 for 1-4 pax + R 1 560 pp.
- Graaff-Reinet flip: For guests already in, or travelling through, the town of Graaff-Reinet. A short 10 minute scenic flip over town, Spandau Kop and the Valley of Desolation. Flight departs from and arrives back at Graaff-Reinet. Duration 10 min. Price R 3 340 for 1-4 pax.
Far more than just a place for children to experience nature and animals; rolling lawns means lots of room to run, play games, have fun with a soccer ball or explore the pathways through Camdeboo Manor’s beautiful gardens – and generally, enjoy relaxing as a family.
Daytime means safaris to see animals, fun in the gardens and around the pool, and perhaps lots of delicious ‘kiddie-friendly’ treats!
Evenings around the boma fire roasting your own marshmallows, fireside stories and the thrill of watching a falling star - before heading off to bed to dream of today’s fun bug-safari and tomorrow’s adventures that await! Every family deserves a family holiday at Mount Camdeboo!
THE GRAAFF-REINET ANGLO-BOER WAR TOUR
± 2.5 hours
Relive the experience of the town under martial law and visit the monuments and museums including the Military History Museum, the Anglo Boer War Memorial, the historical Graaff-Reinet Jail, a historical fire-arms collection and the Graaff-Reinet Club which has a close association with the Coldstream Guards.
HISTORICAL GRAAFF-REINET TOUR
± 2.5 hours
Take a guided walk through the architectural Gem of the Karoo. Visit landmarks & monuments including Reinet House, the Drostdy, the Dutch Reformed Church & the Graaff-Reinet Club where bullet holes in the bar-counter reveal a fascinating past.
UMASIZAKHE TOWNSHIP TOUR
± 2.5 hours
Experience this vibrant and friendly community and learn about Ubuntu and the Xhosa language & culture. Take a guided walk through the township streets, visit a local project and/or a school and see the historical Royal Block. On a Sunday one can attend a church service and hear a traditional or gospel choir.
CAMDEBOO NATIONAL PARK NATURE WALK
± 2.5 hours
Take a walk on the wild side on old antelope trails through the ancient Karoo landscape. Learn about medicinal plants, unique flora and ancient geology. See the spoor of Cape Mountain Zebra, Kudu and other antelope. Touch, taste & experience the Karoo like never before.
THE PAARDEFONTEIN BATTLE SITE TOUR
Half or full day
Visit the hidden valley where the Boer Cmdt Lotter laagered up with 130 men on the wet, cold night of 4 September 1901. Lt-Col Scobell's column consisting of the 9th Lancers, the Cape Mounted Rifles & the Imperial Yeomanry; hunting Loiter with untiring energy, finally tracked him down to his hide-out and made a surprise dawn raid capturing virtually the entire commando. Relive the story of this Commando's fateful last hours and visit the graves of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Optional picnic brunch/lunch.
BUSHMEN ROCK ART & GONDWANALAND FOSSIL TOUR
Half or full day
In the Sneeuberg is a sheltered, well-watered oasis; hidden high up on the inhospitable plateau where man has lived, hunted, & survived for thousands of years. Take a walk to the nearby rock-paintings, see hundreds of Bushman artefacts, learn about their vanished culture & take a fascinating guided tour of the extensive fossil museum where the Karoo palaeontology is explained. Optional lunch.
VALLEY OF DESOLATION SUNDOWNER TOUR
± 2.5 hours
Experience this hauntingly beautiful geological formation with spectacular 120m high columns of ancient eroded volcanic rock that stand sentinel over the endless, parched Plains of Camdeboo. Panoramic views over Graaff-Reinet are also afforded. Wildlife commonly seen on this tour includes Kudu, Cape Mountain Zebra, Mountain Reedbuck and the majestic Verreaux's Eagle with their 2m wingspan.
NIEU BETHESDA & OWL HOUSE TOUR
Half or full day with Rock Art tour
Take a scenic drive to this picturesque & secluded village in the Sneeuberg little changed by time. Visit the Owl House; the eccentric Helen Martins' fantasy world of glass & concrete and take a walk through the quaint dusty streets. Relax at a craft brewery or a coffee shop, take in an art gallery or two and see the talents of emerging township artists at the Bethesda Arts Centre. Optional lunch at local restaurant.
All tours above can be booked through Mount Camdeboo Reservations and are offered by Karoo Connections.
Food and Dining and Mount Camdeboo
The Karoo has a rich heritage when it comes to flavour-rich, traditional cooking. Mouthwatering freshly baked breads helped cement flourishing loves, while secret ingredients were used to treat ailments of the body or soul.
The talented chefs at Mount Camdeboo have been inspired by recipes that date back to the early Cape settlers. Recipes that they have reinvented with a light contemporary cuisine touch. These wholesome meals are seasoned with herbs grown on the Reserve - their roots deep in ancient soils - while the balance of delicious ingredients are brought in fresh from neighbouring farms and suppliers. Like the summer sunshine, there is never a shortage of food.
DINING
Just like our menu, our evening dining venues are varied. One night you may be supping under the twinkling Karoo stars (an essential part of the African experience) - complete with full course silverware and a dedicated chef cooking right before your eyes. While another may find you dining in a secluded courtyard or even in the company of a roaring dining room fire. It’s a little touch of surprise and a highly enjoyable way in which to absorb the splendour and diversity that Mount Camdeboo has to offer you.
