Mapungubwe National Park is divided into an Eastern and Western section, separated by private lands in between which does not form part of the Park. Bookings at Tshugulu Lodge, Limpopo Forest Tented Camp, Mazhou Camping Site and Maloutswa Bird Hide requires one to drive outside the park in order to rejoin the Western section of the Park where the camps are located.
The Restaurant and Curio Shop selling basic necessities are located at the main gate. The is no filling station or ATM available in the Park. There is no cellphone reception in all the camps, only at the main gate.
Guests at any of the Park`s camps must check in at the Main Gate Reception area. Guests must allow an hour prior to the gate closing time to check in to allow for travelling time to the camps.
Accommodation options at Mapungubwe National Park: Leokwe Camp This is Mapungubwes main camp, located in the eastern section of the Park, 11 km from the Main Gate, in the spectacular sandstone hills. Close to the camp guests can enjoy the Treetop Hide and the Confluence View Site and Picnic Area. The camp itself has a swimming pool and sundeck, as well as a central braai area.
Limpopo Forest Tented Camp This camp, situated in the Limpopo riverine forest which offers excellent birding, is located in the western section of the Park, approximately 40 km from the Main Gate. The camp is close to the Maloutswa Pan hide.
Tshugulu Lodge This luxury lodge sleeps 1 x 12 in the guest lodge with 6 x bedrooms, a bath, en-suite swimming pool and an exclusive eco-trail. The lodge is located in the Western section of the Park approximately 23 km from the Main Gate along the R572 Pondrift Road.
Facilities at Mapungubwe National Park: Restaurant The restaurant offers an a la carte breakfast (served from 08:00 - 10:00) and a la carte dinner (from 18:00 - 20:00). Light meals are served between 10:00 and 18:00. The restaurant caters for special organised functions in the form of Bush braais, Boma Braais at Leokwe Camp and Tshugulu Lodge, small weddings and special events celebrations.
Curio Shop The shop offers basic food supplies and curios.
Vital Information: Internal Road Network Approximately 35 km of roads are suitable for normal sedan vehicles. A further 100 km is accessible to all terrain (4x4) vehicles. Fill up your fuel tank at Alldays/ Musina as you cannot buy petrol at the park. All the roads within the Park is gravel. Bookings at Tshugulu Lodge, Limpopo Forest Tented Camp, Mazhou Camping Site and Maloutswa Bird Hide requires one to drive outside the park in order to rejoin the Western section of the Park where the camps are located.
Vehicle Restrictions No caravans are allowed in the eastern section of the park due to roads conditions. We have a caravan park at Mazhou camping site on the western section of the park.
Fuel Stations: Petrol/ Diesel There is no fuel station inside the park. The closest filling stations are in Musina 70 km and Alldays 65 km from the main gate.
Day Visitors Entry is via the SANParks Wild Card system, or payment at the gate. Cut off time for day visitors entry is two hours before the gate closing time. No open bakkies with people at the back will be allowed in to the Park.
Hints and Tips: - Mapungubwe National Park is an area with large and dangerous game animals and unguided walking is not permitted. Guests, who would like to arrange activities such as walks, drives and visits to cultural attractions, can do so directly with Mapungubwe. - As outdoor lighting in camps is limited, a torch/headlamp is required when walking outside at night. - Guests should take precautions against malaria when visiting Mapungubwe. - All Mapungubwes camps are accessible by normal sedan vehicles, but it is advisable to have a 4x4 or high clearance vehicle to ensure an enjoyable drive inside the park. There are also a number of eco-trails for which a 4x4 is required. - The closest shops and fuel supplies to Mapungubwe are in Alldays and Musina, both about 70 kms from the Park. We only sell snacks and refreshments at the Park. - The are no debit card facilities available in the Park. Payments can only be made via cash or credit card. Cheques are not accepted.
Activities:
- Museum Tour - Visit the Confluence - Heritage Tours - Game Drives - Morning Guided Walks - Bush Braais
Clothing and Accessories:
Mapungubwe has a Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as a Curio Shop/Mini Confluence Shop selling snacks and refreshments. The units are self catering and fully equipped. Sunscreen, hat, binoculars, field guides, liquids for drinking. Fill up your fuel tank at Alldays/ Musina.
Health and Climate:
The climate is semi-arid with mean annual rainfall ranging from 350 mm - 400 mm. Rainfall is highly variable and usually falls during the summer months. Extended periods of below average rainfall occur. In summer temperatures sometimes rise to 45°C. The winters are mild.
Summer can be hot, but bearable and enjoyable if planned correctly. Early summer mornings and afternoons are the most rewarding in the park, for birds, trees and game. Winters are mild. There is on average 10 rainy days per year.
Rooms and Units Available:
Leokwe Rest Camp - Cottage (CO2/4)
Cottage (CO2/4): 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, Air-conditioned, Barbeque facilities, Ceiling Fan, Double sleeper couch (not suitable for adults), Gate hours 06:00 to 18:00, No shop, filling station or phones, No smoking, Open plan kitchen, Restaurant available at Interpretive Centre, WC and shower.
Amount of similar units: 8
Sleeps 2 Adults
and 2 children
Leokwe Rest Camp - Cottage (CO2/4Z)(CO2/4P)
Cottage (CO2/4Z): 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, Air-conditioned, Barbeque facilities, Better view, Ceiling Fan, Double sleeper couch (not suitable for adults), DSTV (limited channels), Gate hours 06:00 to 18:00, No shop, filling station or phones, No smoking, Open plan kitchen, Restaurant available at Interpretive Centre, Unit accessible to the mobility challenged, WC and shower.
Cottage (CO2/4P): 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, Air-conditioned, Barbeque facilities, Better view, Ceiling Fan, Double sleeper couch (not suitable for adults), DSTV (limited channels), Gate hours 06:00 to 18:00, No shop, filling station or phones, No smoking, Open plan kitchen, Restaurant available at Interpretive Centre, WC and shower.
Amount of similar units: 8
Sleeps 2 Adults
and 2 children
Leokwe Rest Camp - Family Cottage FF4
Family Cottage (FF4): 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, 1 bedroom with a Queen Size bed, Air-conditioned, Barbeque facilities, Ceiling Fan, DSTV (limited channels), Gate hours 06:00 to 18:00, No shop, filling station or phones, No smoking, Open plan kitchen, Restaurant available at Interpretive Centre, WC and shower.
Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 4 Adults
Limpopo Forest Tented Camp - (FT2)(FT2Z)
Forest Tent (FT2): 2 single beds, Accessible with normal sedan vehicles, Barbeque facilities, Ceiling Fan, Gate hours 06:00 to 18:00, Kitchen, No restaurant, shop, filling station or phones, No smoking, WC and shower. Forest Tent (FT2Z): 2 single beds, Accessible with normal sedan vehicles, Barbeque facilities, Ceiling Fan, Gate hours 06:00 to 18:00, Kitchen, No restaurant, shop, filling station or phones, No smoking, Unit accessible to the mobility challenged, WC and shower.
Amount of similar units: 8
Sleeps 2 Adults
Facilities & Services available:
Children under 12 Self-Braai / Barbecue
Restaurant Curio Shop
English
Cancellation Policy:
- No cancellation fee will be incurred for cancellations made after payment of first deposit up to and including 46 days prior to arrival. - Cancellation fees equal to 50% of the total reservation cost is payable in a case of cancellation made between 45 days and 30 days prior to arrival. - Cancellation fee equal to 100% of the total reservation cost is payable in a case of a cancellation made between 29 days prior to and date of arrival - 100% of the total cost for any non-arrival/no-shows
Reservation made within 45 days prior to arrival is payable within 24 hours from the day reservation is made.
- Conservation levy is always excluded from the booking amount and needs to be settled on arrival.
Terms and Conditions
It is your responsibility to check if the reservation is correct. Should the reservation be incorrect, please contact our office immediately.
If the arrival date of the itinerary is postponed prior to or on date of arrival and then cancelled at a later stage, the fees that applied at the time of amendment will be enforced if the amount is greater than the new cancellation fees.
Cancelling or downgrading of a reservation 45 days prior to or on arrival will result in cancellation fees according to a sliding scale (based on the total reservation cost) which varies between 50% and 100%.
Should the reservation not be taken up on the arrival date the accommodation will be held until 09:00 the following day after which the reservation will be cancelled and the deposit, where applicable, forfeited.
Latest Reviews
Place was clean, staff were friendly. Malimavhi Phuluwa Mbulaheni Aug 2022
We loved everything about Leokwe Camp. The most stunning environment and scenery. Jaco Kruger Nov 2021
We were very happy with our cottage and the servicing staff, the Eastern part of the park is reasonably maintained, although the roads need more regular repair. The western part of the park is an absolute disgrace - bad roads, no signage, lots of fencing lying broken and in poor repair. The museum and the display were disappointing - why must one buy tickets at the main gate and not at the museum or restaurant? Why are there no proper location maps indicating the whereabouts of the various archeological sites? The day we visited, none of the TV displays were working and we only saw a short video after asking for it. The museum display could be much improved! PETER WALKER Sep 2021
Public amenities are well kept. Reception very friendly. Chalets are neat. Minor maintenance required to the wear and tear items ie. shower heads to be replaced. Overall pleasant stay and enjoyed the tranquility. hugh thompson Apr 2021
