Bushman Valley

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Bushman Valley offers an authentic and deeply peaceful Karoo getaway nestled in the breathtaking Oukloof Mountains. Located just five kilometers from the charming town of Prince Albert, this destination is set within the expansive Swartberg Private Nature Reserve, spanning over 1,200 hectares of rugged terrain. It is a location crafted for those who want to experience the raw beauty of the landscape, where the clean mountain air and panoramic views of the Swartberg range provide a complete escape from the frantic pace of modern life.

The camping experience is intentionally rustic and grounded, featuring an intimate selection of stands that are perfectly suited for off-road caravans, bush trailers, and rooftop tents. The sites are set on fairly level bare ground or seasonal grass, providing a genuine connection to the natural environment. In keeping with the off-grid ethos of the reserve, most sites prioritize a quiet atmosphere where the sounds of the bush take center stage. Each stand is equipped with its own wash-up basin and a dedicated braai area, though visitors are encouraged to bring their own braai grids.

Facilities at the lodge include a mixture of shared communal ablutions and private options for certain sites, all maintained with a focus on neatness and functionality. Guests can spend their days exploring several hiking trails, embarking on adventurous 4x4 routes, or cooling off in the large outdoor plunge pool. The proximity to the Swartberg Pass and the Gamkaskloof turnoff makes it a premier base for further exploration. Whether you are marveling at the unpolluted night sky or visiting the on-site museum featuring local artifacts, the valley offers a grounded sanctuary in a magnificent setting.

Bushman Valley

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Had such an amazing experience tent camping here at Bushman... Read more

- Justin Emil van Aardt

Wow! Beautiful place, in the Swartberg mountains and very close... Read more

- Anina Venter

Camped for 4 nights and thoroughly enjoy the majestic mountain... Read more

- Newby Charnley

My husband and I had an absolutely magical stay at Bushman... Read more

- Tatiana Kazim

We showed up without having made a reservation and stayed at... Read more

- Laura Schüle

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Prince Albert, Western Cape

Swartberg Private Nature Reserve, Prince Albert

	Offroad caravans		Power points
	Water taps		Ablutions
	Braai area		Scullery area
	Laundry		Swimming pool
	Kids play area		Recreation room
	Pet-friendly		Monthly rates

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Rates and Info

R150 PPPN

6 Sites

R1,000

Access

Electricity

Location

Nearby Campsites

* Direct distance (as the crow flies)

Swartberg Wilds

15 km

De Hoek Mountain Resort

17 km

Kruisrivier Guest Farm

25 km

Cango Mountain Resort

Contact Details

+27 23 007 0288

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Clean Facilities
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Justin Emil van Aardt

· February 2026

Had such an amazing experience tent camping here at Bushman valley. The campsites felt secluded and part of the bush. We swam in the pool, watched an amazing sunset, listened to baboons barking as they retreated up the mountain. Staff filled our personal wood-fired hottub. Just buy enough firewood otherwise it will be a mildtub.

Anina Venter

· January 2026

Wow! Beautiful place, in the Swartberg mountains and very close to Prince Albert. The cottage was very nice and clean and had everything we need. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I recommend this place any time.

Newby Charnley

· September 2025

Camped for 4 nights and thoroughly enjoy the majestic mountain setting, the stars at night and the peace and quiet far from the bustle! Will definitely return to recharge and highly recommend Bushman Valley if you need to relax and destress !

Tatiana Kazim

· April 2025

My husband and I had an absolutely magical stay at Bushman Valley, camping for two nights. The area is very beautiful, with magnificent mountain views and lots of birds and other wildlife (including baboons!) - yet you are close to Prince Albert if you want to go to a restaurant or to the shops. The campgrounds are spacious and well-cared-for. There is a gorgeous swimming pool with shaded sun loungers, and a lot of other high quality amenities (playground, lapa, etc). There are some short but sweet hikes that you can do from the site. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. It feels like someone has put a lot of thought and care into every detail. We just loved it here! Plus, it is excellent value for money. We can’t wait to come back!

Laura Schüle

· May 2025

We showed up without having made a reservation and stayed at campsite number 1, closest to the road but still quiet enough. The pool and kids jungle gym were nice. We loved the mountain views and hiking trails around. It would have been nice to get some info about them, which has not been provided. Also they had some weird procedures: we found it odd that we had to pay full price for our children (from 4yo), which we never experienced in our 3 months trip through Southern Africa. Also a picture of our ID card was taken without providing reasoning or info on data protection (probably not existent).