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Orpen Rest Camp
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About this place
Orpen is a small rest camp on the central western boundary of the Kruger National Park, sitting right at the gate of the same name. Its size and its setting in the dry open plains give it the unhurried restfulness that is so characteristic of the bushveld, with tall acacias and marula trees among the huts and small rock gardens of aloes and Barberton daisies between them.
The surrounding country offers excellent game viewing. The drive from Orpen towards Satara passes herds of zebra and wildebeest, with giraffe, impala, warthog and elephant common along the way, while the road north towards the Timbavati river is good for lion, cheetah and leopard.
The camp is self-catering, with a shop, communal kitchens, a laundromat, a swimming pool and a filling station, though there is no restaurant. Guided bush walks and game drives can be booked at reception, and there are picnic sites at Timbavati and elsewhere nearby.
Around the camp
Orpen as SANParks lays it out. Choose the part of camp you would like; we ask for it when you request availability, and SANParks assigns the unit when they confirm.
Where would you like to be?
BD2GC6
Schematic, not to scale.
What the codes mean
SANParks names every unit by a code. The letters say what it is, the number says how many it sleeps, and any letters after that mark a view, an accessible unit or a perimeter position. Tap a code for that room's rates and photos.
- BD2Bungalow · hotplateSleeps 2 · from R 2,088 a night
- GC6Guest Cottage · own kitchenSleeps 6 · from R 3,738 a night
Not sure which code to ask for? Dassie has the Orpen key in front of it.
Birds on this property
Marula and knobthorn woodland at the western gate, with the Timbavati riverbed a short drive north.
56 birds recorded here or nearby, including 8 of conservation concern. Tap a bird for stays where it has been recorded and its field notes.
The birding year hereSep is a quiet month for these birds
Nothing is hidden, in-season birds simply move to the front. Months come from national records, not from this garden.
These are records, not promises. Wild birds and animals move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
Nature around this property
14 species listed as seen on and around this property. Tap one to find other stays where it lives.
These are records, not promises. Wild birds and animals move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
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Availability
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2 rooms, sleeps 2 to 6
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Units
2 AvailableChoose a room type. We confirm availability with SANParks once you send your dates.
About Hazyview
Hazyview is a beautiful destination in Mpumalanga, offering visitors access to local amenities, natural attractions, and the authentic character of South African life.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Orpen Rest Camp located?
Orpen Rest Camp is located in Hazyview. The property page shows a map and exact directions after booking.
How many guests can Orpen Rest Camp accommodate?
Orpen Rest Camp accommodates up to 8 guests.
How do I book Orpen Rest Camp?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with SANParks, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom. Nearby Spekboom stays book the same way if you want to mix nights inside the park with a stay outside.
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fromR 2,088/ night
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