Punda Maria Rest Camp

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Punda Maria Rest Camp Accommodation Kruger National Park Kruger

Punda Maria Rest Camp

Punda Maria Rest Camp is located in the northernmost part of the Kruger National Park. Nestled in the Sandveld Region, often called the Botanical Garden of the Kruger, this peaceful camp offers an authentic safari experience in a unique and scenic environment.


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Punda Maria Rest Camp Camping and Room Prices

Accommodation Type Price Per Night
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Accommodation Options

As one of only two main rest camps on the north of the Tropic of Capricornm Punda Maria is a perfect base to explore the diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes of this exceptional area.

Campsites Safari Tents Bungalows Family Cottage Russell Guest Cottage

Campsites (Max 6)

Campsite Facilities

  • Shared Ablutions
  • Shared Self service laundry facilities
  • No electricity points
  • Shared Kitchen facilities with 24-hour boiling water,electric hot plates and washing up facilities
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Safari Tents (Max 2)

Safari Tent Facilities

  • Ceiling Fans
  • En-suite shower, toilet and washbasin
  • Covered verandah with dining table and chairs
  • Kitchenette equipped with a fridge/freezer, 2 plate hot-plate, kettle, utensils and a sink
  • Braai Facilities
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Bungalows (Max 3)

Bungalow Facilities

  • Air conditioning
  • En-suite shower, toilet and washbasin
  • Kitchenette with a 2 plate hot-plate, Fridge/freezer, kettle, utensils and a sink
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Family Cottage (Max 6)

Family Cottage Facilities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Double Storey
  • 3 x Bedrooms
  • 3 x en-suite bathrooms with shower, toilet and washbasin
  • Well-equipped kitchen for self-catering
  • Lounge with TV and selected DSTV channels
  • Covered patio with dining table and chairs
  • Braai Facilities
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Russell Guest Cottage (Max 4)

Russell Guest Cottage Facilities

  • 2 x Bedrooms
  • 2 x En-suite bathrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Braai Area
  • Ceiling fans
  • Braai Area
  • Lounge with TV and selected DSTV channels
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Veranda
  • Dining Room
  • Outside Lapa
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Punda Maria Rest Camp Photos


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Amenities

  • Reception
  • Basic first aid assistance
  • Public Telephone
  • Post Box
  • Mini ATM Facility in the restaurant
  • Cafeteria
  • Shop
  • Restaurant
  • Communal Laundromat
  • Filling Station
  • Communal Kitchens
  • Communal Ablutions
  • Braai Facilities
  • Swimming Pool
  • Day visitor picnic area located next to the Punda Maria Gate

Activities

  • Guided Bush Walks
  • Morning, night and day Guided game drives
  • Bird Hide overlooking the waterhole on the camping site fence
  • Paradise Flycatcher camp walk
  • Nyalaland Wilderness Trail

Sights

  • Wildlife like Kude, Nyala, Buffalo, Sharpe's Grysbok, Vervet Monkey, Baboon, Hippo and Crocodile
  • Trees found uniquely in the area is the majestic Baobab, Pod Mahogany, Weeping Wattle, White Syringa, Silver Cluster leaf and Mixed Bushwillow
  • Birdlife like Yellow-bellied Bulbul, Terrestrial Bulbul, Bearded Robin, Black Eagle and White-necked Raven

Punda Maria Rest Camp is situated 8km from the Punda Maria Gate





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