De Rust Campsite
Our thoughts
De Rust is a lovely spot right on the river, with pleasant, well-kept stands in Big Five country. The ablutions were a real highlight, with great hot and cold water, which you don't always get at bush campsites. It can get a bit busy and noisy when the camp is full, so don't expect a quiet wilderness experience. But for a quick escape into the bush this close to Pretoria, De Rust is hard to beat.
What's Hot
Right on the Pienaar River
Great ablutions with hot and cold water
Big Five reserve on Pretoria's doorstep
Excellent birdlife
Communal swimming pool
Handy honesty shop
What's not
Can get busy
Noisy at times
Not a quiet wilderness experience
De Rust Gallery
Overview
De Rust is on the banks of the Pienaar River inside Dinokeng Game Reserve, only about 35 km from Pretoria. It's part of the Finfoot Conservancy, which is Big Five country and known for its great birdlife. Being this close to the city, it makes an easy first night out of Gauteng or a quick weekend in the bush. The camp has shady riverside stands, ablutions with hot and cold water, a communal swimming pool, laundry facilities and a small honesty shop for the basics.
FAQ's
R734, Klipdrift Farm Portion 18, Dinokeng Game Reserve, Gauteng, about 35 km from Pretoria
Check with the campsite when booking
Shaded riverside bush stands for up to 6 people, ablutions with hot and cold water, communal swimming pool, laundry, honesty shop with basic groceries, secure parking with 24-hour security
From about R350 to R460 per night for 2 people, check current rates when booking
Yes, a good family weekend spot close to Pretoria
Check with the campsite before bringing pets
Yes, inside the fenced Dinokeng Game Reserve
Book online through LekkeSlaap or TravelGround. Check-in is from 11:00 to 19:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Book early for weekends and school holidays.
May to September for cooler days and easier game viewing, summer for the best birding
No, a standard vehicle is fine
Pretoria (35 km), Hammanskraal, Cullinan diamond mine and village, Dinokeng Game Reserve self-drive routes
Book early for weekends and school holidays, and ask for a stand on the river frontage.
