Zebra Bush Camp

About Us

Nestled in the tranquil, malaria-free wilderness of the Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve, Zebra Bush Camp offers an authentic bushveld escape where nature takes centre stage.

Conveniently located just 50 km from Pretoria and approximately 100 km from Johannesburg, the camp provides an opportunity to leave the city behind without travelling far. Here, the pace is slower, the surroundings are peaceful and the call of the wild is never far away.

Zebra Bush Camp is designed for guests who appreciate the simplicity of being outdoors and want to experience the bush on its own terms.

An Off-Grid Bushveld Experience

Simple, Sustainable & Connected to Nature

Zebra Bush Camp is completely off the grid, operating with a full solar electricity system and borehole water.

The camp has been developed with an appreciation for its natural surroundings, offering guests the chance to disconnect from the demands of everyday life and reconnect with the outdoors.

Rather than relying on conventional campsite conveniences, the experience encourages guests to embrace the bushveld environment — from evenings around a private fire to mornings surrounded by the sights and sounds of the reserve.

It is a place where the stars are brighter, the nights are quieter and the wilderness feels wonderfully close.

Choose Your Way to Stay

From a Private Chalet to Bush Campsites

Zebra Bush Camp offers accommodation options suited to different types of bushveld travellers.

For couples seeking privacy and comfort, the two-sleeper chalet provides a cosy retreat with its own private outdoor spaces.

For campers, the choice between fenced and unfenced campsites allows guests to select the level of wilderness experience that suits them.

Whether you prefer the comfort of a chalet or the freedom of sleeping under canvas, every option is designed around enjoying the surrounding bush.

 
The Chalet

A Private Retreat for Two

The rustic two-sleeper chalet is an intimate escape for couples wanting to experience the Dinokeng bushveld in comfort.

The chalet features a double bed, private kitchen, gas stovetop, fridge/freezer, kitchenware and a coffee and tea station, providing the essentials for a relaxed self-catering stay.

Outside, guests can enjoy a private patio and boma area, creating the perfect setting for an evening around the fire.

One of the chalet's standout features is its wood-fired hot tub, offering a memorable way to unwind while surrounded by the peaceful bushveld atmosphere.

Chalet Features:

• Sleeps 2 guests
• Double bed
• Private kitchen
• Gas stovetop
• Fridge/freezer
• Kitchenware
• Patio
• Private boma
• Braai area
• Wood-fired hot tub
• Shower
• Bath towels
• Fan
• Coffee and tea station

 
Unfenced Bush Camp

For the True Wilderness Experience

For those who want to get even closer to nature, the unfenced campsites provide a genuine bush camping experience.

Three spacious campsites are available, with the surrounding wilderness remaining completely open. In this area, Big Five and other wildlife can roam freely, creating an experience where nature is not separated from your campsite by an electric fence.

Each campsite accommodates up to six guests and can accommodate two vehicles, one caravan and one off-road trailer or tent.

Every site has its own private ablution and wash-up area, with hot water supplied by a donkey system. A private boma and fire pit provide the ideal place to gather around the fire after a day in the reserve.

There are no electricity points or lighting at the unfenced campsites, allowing guests to experience the bush in a more natural and unplugged way.

 
Fenced Bush Camp

Wilderness with an Added Layer of Security

The fenced campsites offer a wonderful middle ground between traditional bush camping and additional peace of mind.

Situated within an electrically fenced area, these spacious sites can accommodate up to six guests, two vehicles, one caravan and one off-road trailer or tent.

Each campsite has its own private ablution and wash-up area, equipped with hot water through a gas geyser and solar-operated lighting.

Although there are no conventional electricity points, USB charging points are available at the fenced sites.

Guests staying in the fenced area also have access to a small splash pool, conveniently located within walking distance of the campsites.

Each site has its own private boma and fire pit with a braai stand, making it easy to enjoy relaxed evenings beneath the African sky.

Your Private Bushveld Space

Camp Your Way

The campsites have been designed with space and privacy in mind.

Each site has its own facilities rather than relying on communal ablutions, allowing guests to settle into their surroundings and enjoy their own private corner of the bush.

The generous campsite capacity also makes Zebra Bush Camp suitable for couples, families with older children, friends and small groups looking for an outdoor escape.

Guests can choose between the open wilderness of the unfenced area or the electric-fenced environment, depending on the kind of bush experience they are looking for.

Fire, Stars & Bushveld Nights

Gather Around the Boma

There is something timeless about an evening around a South African campfire.

At Zebra Bush Camp, every campsite has a designated private boma or fire pit with a braai stand.

As daylight fades, guests can settle around the fire, prepare a meal, share stories and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the bush.

With limited artificial lighting, the evenings provide an opportunity to slow down and appreciate the natural night sky.

For chalet guests, the private boma and wood-fired hot tub add another dimension to those relaxed bushveld evenings.

A Splash of Summer

Relax Beside the Bush

Guests staying within the fenced area can enjoy the camp's small splash pool — a welcome place to cool down during warmer days.

Guests staying in the unfenced area are also welcome to use the splash pool, although they will need to drive to the fenced section.

It is a simple addition that makes spending a warm afternoon at camp even more enjoyable.

Convenient Bushveld Essentials

Everything You Need, Close at Hand

Although Zebra Bush Camp embraces an off-grid lifestyle, guests can still purchase useful essentials at the small on-site shop.

Available items include wood, briquettes, charcoal, blitz, ice, water and soft drinks, together with other useful goodies.

This means you can settle into camp without needing to leave every time you run out of a basic camping essential.

Experience Dinokeng

A Malaria-Free Big Five Destination

The location within the Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve places guests in an exceptional bushveld environment close to Gauteng.

The reserve provides opportunities to experience African wildlife and enjoy the freedom of a self-drive safari while remaining within easy reach of Pretoria and Johannesburg.

Guests are responsible for applicable Dinokeng Game Reserve conservation fees and self-drive permits, which can be purchased through the reserve's entrance gates, Safari Mall, Rusty Rhino or online.

For Guests Who Love the Outdoors

Zebra Bush Camp is best suited to travellers who enjoy nature, camping, wildlife and the freedom of an authentic bushveld environment.

It is a place for early mornings, afternoon relaxation, crackling fires and evenings beneath the stars.

The camp is intentionally focused on the outdoor experience rather than creating a highly commercialised resort atmosphere.

Here, the wilderness is the attraction.

Important Information

Zebra Bush Camp is an adult-focused destination and does not accommodate children under the age of 10 or pets.

All campsites are non-powered, although fenced campsites have USB charging points.

Guests should also familiarise themselves with the camp's rules, information and disclaimer documents before their stay.

Your Bushveld Escape Awaits

Just a short drive from Gauteng, Zebra Bush Camp offers the chance to trade traffic and city noise for open skies, wildlife and the unmistakable atmosphere of the African bush.

Whether you choose the comfort of the private chalet, the added security of a fenced campsite or the raw experience of an unfenced bush camp, your stay is centred around one thing: experiencing nature, your way.

Leave the city behind.
Light the fire.
Look up at the stars.
Let the bushveld do the rest.