Intro
In contrast to the stark plains and rugged mountains and crevices of the Karoo, Mount Camdeboo's gracious accommodation is one of relaxed elegance. Three beautifully restored manors lie sheltered in the Sneeuberg valley and are strung together like diamonds in the rough along the seasonal Melkbos River.
Generations of family’s have lived in these magnificent homesteads, which have been tastefully restored to capture the essence of Karoo settler heritage in a modern luxe style. Raw silks and fine linens are tastefully contrasted with grass woven carpets while each suite boasts a king sized four-poster bed and en suite bathroom complemented by a small private nook in which to soak up the ancient atmosphere of times gone.
In total, Mount Cambedoo offers the discerning, yet authentic-seeking traveller twelve spacious double rooms. Each of the manors boasts a full- length swimming pool, communal satellite television, entertainment centres and the rare opportunity to simply relax.
Safaris
As part of your stay at Mount Camdeboo you are treated to 2 game drives per day (averaging about 3 hours each) at optimal wildlife viewing times, namely: pre-dawn and sunset. The vehicles used on the Reserve are purpose-built, 9-seater game viewing Land Rovers. They are SABS safety approved and are equipped with seatbelts, a shade canopy and drink holders. Given that the Camdeboo Manors are nestled in a valley, the game drives typically start with a breathtaking climb up the mountain slopes and on to the plateau above where the animals graze and the world unfolds at your feet.
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.
Wildlife
Wildlife on the reserve include:
- Aardvark
- Aardwolf
- Bat eared fox
- Black backed Jackal
- Black Wildebeest
- Buffalo
- Blesbuck
- Cape Mountain Zebra
- Cheetah (radio collared)
- Duiker
- Eland
- Gemsbuck / Oryx
- Giraffe
- Klipspringer
- Kudu
- Mountain Reedbuck
- Nyala
- Ostrich
- Porcupine
- Red Hartebeest
- Sable
- Springbuck
- Steenbuck
- White Rhino
- Warthog
Quick Facts
Safari Operators
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms), Safari Tented Camp ( less than 20 tents)
Average Price
RACK RATES Valid: 1 May’16 – 31 Dec’17 | Low Season 1 May’16 - 30 Sep’16 | High Season 1 Oct’16 - 31 Apr’17 | Low Season 1 May’17 - 30 Sep’17 | High Season 1 Oct’17 – 31 Dec’17 |
Camdeboo Manor (4 rooms) & Courtyard (4 rooms) |
Per person per night sharing | R 2 500 | R 3 500 | R 2 875 | R 4 025 |
Children: 3 - 12 years | R 1 250 | R 1 750 | R 1 440 | R 2 013 |
Children: 0 - 2 years | Free | Free | Free | Free |
Peppertree Cottage (1 suite) | | | | |
Per person per night sharing | R 2 750 | R 3 850 | R 3 162 | R 4 428 |
Hillside (sole use, max 6 guests, min 3 nights) |
Exclusive-use | R 15 000 | R 21 000 | R 17 250 | R 24 150 |
Safari Tents (2 tents) ages 12+ |
Per person per night sharing | N/A | R 3 500 | N/A | R 4 025 |
RACK RATES 2018 Valid: 1 Jan’18 – 31 Dec’18 | High Season 1 Jan – 31 Apr & 1 Oct – 31 Dec’18 | | Low Season 1 May - 30 Sep’18 |
Camdeboo Manor (4 rooms) & Courtyard (4 rooms) | |
Per person per night sharing Children’s room – Camdeboo Manor | R 4 950 R 3 715 | | R 3 750 R 2 815 |
Children: 3 - 12 years sharing with parents | R 2 475 | | R 1 875 |
Children: 0 - 2 years sharing with parents | Free | | Free |
Peppertree Cottage – Honeymoon Suite (1 suite) | |
Per person per night sharing | R 5 445 | |
Hillside (sole use villa, max 6 guests, min 3 nights) | |
1 – 4 guests 5 – 6 guests | R 25 000 R 30 000 | |
Safari Tents (2 tents) ages 12+ | |
Per person per night sharing | R 4 950 | | N/A |
Child Policy
CHILDRENS POLICY:
Mount Camdeboo is an ideal family destination in a malaria-free setting, welcoming children of all ages.
Children over the age of 12 years pay full adult price.
Children can be accommodated with an extra bed in the room, some rooms can accommodate up to 2 beds. Please enquire with us on availability.
Accommodation
Mount Camdeboo offers the discerning yet authentic-seeking traveller a variety of accommodation options, from intimate lodges to a sole-use safari villa, and for those wanting to immerse themselves in the bush setting, two luxurious safari tents.
Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms) Safari Tented Camp ( less than 20 tents)
