Accommodation

TSHUKUDU BUSH CAMP

South Africa / Limpopo
Accommodation, Activities and Adventures

    Description

    WELCOME TO TSHUKUDU BUSH CAMP:

     

    We are situated in the Central Lowveld near the Blyderiver Canyon and adjoining the greater Kruger National Park near Hoedspruit.

     

    Tshukudu, a Big 5 Game Reserve, boasts 3600 ha of unspoiled bush with a lovely view to the Drakensberg Mountains.

     

    Close encounters with rehabilitated (orphaned) as well as wild animals will leave a lasting impression on all guests. At a very affordable rate, visitors can observe the Big 5 as well as a wide variety of animals and bird species on game drives and walks with a knowledgeable ranger sharing the wonders of the bush.

     

    ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES:

     

    We have 7 thatched, air conditioned cottages. 3 of which are wheelchair friendly.

     

    The cottages range in size sleeping from 2 – 5 guests.

     

    For big groups there are two big dormitory-style platforms with ablutions/bathrooms downstairs.

     

    The camp contains a central indoor and outdoor eating area under thatched roofs as well as a cosy boma for your evening braai.

     

    There is a big, fully equipped kitchen where you have your own fridge and cupboard.

     

    Our staff wash the dishes, assist you with the preparation of food, make fires, help with the braai and generally make you stay comfortable.

     

    Sheets, towels and a limited amount of fire wood are provided. All you have to bring along is your food and drinks.

     

    Relax around the pool or watch the animals drink at the water hole from the viewing platform.

     

    There is a wonderful playground to keep the children busy.

     

    DSTV and Wi-Fi is available in the central area.

     

    ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS IN THE AREA:

     

    Due to our central location you can travel through the Blyde River Canyon en route from the Reef.

     

    If you stay with us several night you might want to explore our area with its many attraction (in between the morning walks and afternoon game drives).

     

    Blyde Dam boat cruises & Olifants River boat cruises.

     

    Hikes and Walks around the Blyde Dam and nearby waterfalls.

     

    Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre (lots of birds of prey).

     

    Hoedspruit Endangered Species Breeding Centre (HESC).

     

    Kinyonga Reptile Centre.

     

    Roots of Rhythm (African dance and song group).

     

    Giant Baobab and Jessica the Hippo.

     

    African Dream Horse Safaris – Horse riding or game viewing on horseback.

     

    Drakensig Golf Course for the golf lovers.

     

    As well as ballooning, micro-lighting and river rafting for the adventurous.

     

    ANIMALS AT TSHUKUDU:

     

    Tshukudu is a big 5 Game Reserve and the following animals can be spotted:

     

    Lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, white rhino, buffalo, eland, waterbuck, kudu, bushbuck, wildebeest, zebra, giraffe, warthog, impala, steenbuck, duiker, porcupine, jackal, hyena, caracal, serval, civet, genet, African wild cat, hippo, crocodile and many other species.

     

    Not only do guests see all the big and small animals in their natural environment but they can interact with some of our friendly animals and go for walks with them.

     

    Over the years we have cared for, raised and reintroduced a variety of animals such as lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, jackal, serval, caracal, civet, genet, buffalo, giraffe, impala, duiker, zebra, wildebeest, warthog, kudu, waterbuck , eland and many smaller species and birds.

     

    BIRDS:

     

    People can enjoy watching a great variety of birds from special lookouts at the dams.

     

    EDUCATIONAL CAMPS:

     

    The Bush Camp is ideal for school and youth groups to experience nature first hand.

     

    Accommodation for the groups is on 2 large thatched platforms (dormitory style) with bunk beds and mattresses.

     

    The platforms are fully mosquito proofed with ablutions downstairs.

     

    Teachers sleep in comfortable thatched cottages with private bathrooms.

     

    There is a large eating area under a thatched roof, (also used for lectures) a cosy boma, pool and big playground.

     

    The purpose of the course is to teach the youth about conservation awareness, game farm management, identification of birds, trees, grasses and spoors, snakes and snake bite treatment as well as edible plants and berries.

     

    We do not keep rigidly to the school syllabus, but all courses are designed to help children to have a better understanding and appreciation of their school work, by allowing them to actually experience the things they learn about at school.

     

    We make the experience exciting including game drives, walks and lectures as well as sports activities such as volley ball, swimming and bush rounders.

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