Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 200 reviews.
Andrew
United Kingdom · Solo · September 2026
“Bush camp in excellent location with an amazing welcome.”
+Excellent location, you couldn't get closer to orpen Gate and manyeleti. Excellent and super welcoming staff. The most comfortable double bed! Great breakfast.
Alexandru
Switzerland · Couple · August 2026
“Ok for a bush experience but poor facilities. Would definitely not return at this price.”
+Hosts were welcoming and food was ok.
−Extremely poor facilities in unmaintained tents. The bathroom was an utter disaster. They have not invested in anything considering the extremely high price they charge. They lack electricity in the tents at night. A disaster. They have some battery generators that just do not hold for long. It was extremely cold and they provided a radiator but it only kept the battery for 1h. We tried to change it with another generator from another tent and we ran in the same problem after 1h. There was no door between the bathroom and the main room, only a carpet and the back window from the bathroom could not be closed because the zipper was old and ripped apart - hence we were not able to seal the cold from the outside well. Of course the water was ice cold - no hot water - the shower was a joke - a pipe sprinkling cold water in all directions. Bad experience overall. We left after the 1st night even though we had 2 nights planned there. It was clean however, good mattress and bed and food was ok but we slept in cold conditions. Considering the price they charge they should invest in solar panels and a generator that just stores energy instead of those mini useless generators. Hosts were welc
Liz
South Africa · Couple · August 2026
“Fantastic staff and value for money”
+Staff magnificent and wonderful supper room service on arrival
−Cars should be allowed to park next to tented accommodation. Very poor signage from Main Road and even Guards at main gate to Orpen could not clarify where entrance was' Walkways should be paved around tents to dinning room and to carpark
Maria S
South Africa · Couple · August 2026
“A very basic but authentic African bush experience”
+It was a very basic but authentic bush experience with wonderful warm people.
−The place is a bit tired and needs an update
Jose
South Africa · Couple · August 2026
+The staff were friendly and helpful and the proximity to the Orpen gate was very convenient when trying to get into The Kruger Park from that side. The dinner was well prepared and delicious. The fire pit was also a nice touch.
−The tent itself was not comfortable, the toilets and shower were really something not worth the money we paid. The beds were comfortable though. We left a night earlier than planned due to the shower being unusable, the shower spray was not working well and balancing the hot and cold water was nearly impossible, we mostly used cold water. I think the idea was great but the execution was a let down, specifically the shower which is something you look forward to when travelling on the road for hours. Maybe a check of the showers etc would be useful before booking out a tent.
Yonee
South Africa · Solo · July 2026
“Short overnight stay during KNP visit”
+I loved the location, private secluded accommodation in the bush. Although we were not given any options for dinner, the meal provided was tasty and served by friendly staff.
−The hot water in our unit was an issue. After adjusting the gas geyser outside we got it to lukewarm at best. On a very cold winter night in a ventilated tent, it wasn't my best shower. The bedding/pillowcase looked dirty but smelled fresh, so I assume it was just stained.
Julie
Australia · Solo · May 2026
“Rustic Retreat in Manyeleti”
+The staff were absolutely wonderful. As we spent 5 nights there we got to know them quiet well so received a very one on one experience. Just magical. The home cooked food was fabulous. It was very peaceful and hearing hyenas, elephants & lions at night while in bed was the best African experience one could imagine.
−It was a bit tricky working the shower, but in the scheme of things, not a big deal. We managed to shower every day. We came to Africa to be at one in nature. It was exactly what we wanted & more.
Emmanuel
Greece · Couple · March 2026
+The peaceful setting and the incredibly friendly staff.
Anastasia
United Kingdom · Family · March 2026
“Amazing place”
+Everything
Carl
Netherlands · Couple · November 2026
“Ik leuk basic verblijf in de natuur”
+De ligging in de buurt van Orpen gate. De tent was ruim van opzet.
−De hygiëne van de douche.