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Skukuza Rest Camp
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About this place
Skukuza is the largest rest camp in the Kruger National Park and the park's administrative heart, set on the southern bank of the Sabie River in the game-rich south. Its riverine setting, shaded by sycamore figs, jackalberries and Natal mahogany, draws a steady parade of wildlife, and all of the Big Five are regularly seen in the surrounding bushveld. The Sabie riverfront is a fine place to watch hippo and buffalo in the early morning, while warthog, vervet monkey and bushbaby are residents of the camp itself.
As the park's main hub, Skukuza is unusually well equipped for a bush camp. There is a restaurant and deli overlooking the river, a well-stocked shop, two swimming pools, a golf course, the Stevenson-Hamilton Memorial Library and the nearby Lake Panic bird hide. A range of accommodation suits most travellers, from rondavels and family cottages to larger riverside units.
Skukuza is reached by road through the Paul Kruger Gate, about 12km away, or the Phabeni Gate, roughly a five to six hour drive from Gauteng. For a quicker arrival, Skukuza Airport receives daily scheduled flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Around the camp
Skukuza 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.
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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 2,084 a night
- BD3Bungalow · hotplateSleeps 3 · from R 2,084 a night
- BE2Bungalow · communal kitchenSleeps 2 · from R 1,907 a night
- BE3Bungalow · communal kitchenSleeps 3 · from R 1,907 a night
- BG2ENot sold through Spekboom yet
- BG2UTNot sold through Spekboom yet
Not sure which code to ask for? Dassie has the Skukuza key in front of it.
Birds on this property
Big riverine trees along the Sabie: the camp itself is one of the best birding spots, with Pel's Fishing Owl recorded on the river after dark.
74 birds recorded here or nearby, including 6 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
22 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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26 rooms, sleeps 2 to 12
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Units
26 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 Skukuza Rest Camp located?
Skukuza Rest Camp is located in Hazyview. The property page shows a map and exact directions after booking.
How many guests can Skukuza Rest Camp accommodate?
Skukuza Rest Camp accommodates up to 113 guests.
How do I book Skukuza 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 508/ night
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