About this property

Located in Nkwalini and only 40 km from eMakhosini Ophathe Heritage Park, Matatane Camp - Babanango Game Reserve provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. All units are equipped with a private bathroom, while selected rooms come with a balcony and others also offer a garden view. As an added convenience, the campground offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, go cycling or relax in the garden.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Breakfast info

    • Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Seleke
    South Africa South Africa
    Exceptional hospitality by all especially Thokozani. Great experience including guided tour
  • Nelisiwe
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was good, room beautiful. I loved that my baby had a cot and it was comfortable to her with pillow and duvet it was cute
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were excellent, the rooms very comfortable, and the Guides were simply excellent
  • Ungerer
    South Africa South Africa
    Location was great, easy drive to get to zulu rock for the game drives. Loved the pool area
  • Freedom
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was really good, room was clean and comfortable, enough towels and well stocked room.
  • Gratitude
    South Africa South Africa
    The view is absolutely gorgeous and the Chalet was well equipped with everything I needed.
  • Nokuzotha
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything about the place was excellent, will definitely come back again in summer, to do my activities. Great stuff as well
  • Cebile
    South Africa South Africa
    This gorgeous camp knows the meaning of self catering.
  • Anonymous
    South Africa South Africa
    l really liked the Tents they were so clean and the pool also , friendly staff
  • Stefan
    Germany Germany
    Schöne Lage mit Blick auf den wite mfolozi. Game drive in der Zulu Rock Lodge war von der Landschaft traumhaft schön. Wir fanden aber es sind zu wenig Tiere in diesem riesigen Gelände. Essen im Camp war ok, aber nichts besonderes. Servicepersona...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Matatane Camp - Babanango Game Reserve
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Activities

  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground

Food & Drink

  • Kid meals
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Languages spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Zulu

House rules
Matatane Camp - Babanango Game Reserve takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Morning and afternoon game drives are offered from nearby Zulu Rock Lodge in an open safari vehicle, guided by one of Babanango Game Reserve’s experienced, professional safari guides. Game drives last about here hours.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Matatane Camp - Babanango Game Reserve in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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