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About this place
Shingwedzi lies in the far north of the Kruger National Park, in the heart of mopane country, set along the Shingwedzi River where large riverine trees line the water's edge. Game can be sparse out in the surrounding mopane shrubveld, but the alluvial plains along the river are productive, and a scenic drive beside the watercourse is one of the camp's great pleasures.
Buffalo and waterbuck graze the riverbanks, while impala, kudu, nyala, bushbuck and the elusive Sharpe's grysbok browse the bush. Elephant, baboon and vervet monkey are common, and tree squirrels are everywhere in the camp. Lion, leopard, spotted hyena and packs of wild dog roam the region, and the open plains north of Babalala are a good place to look for cheetah and the rarer roan, sable and tsessebe.
The camp has a restaurant, cafeteria, shop, swimming pool, communal kitchens and a filling station, along with two riverside bird hides within reach for quiet hours of watching.
Get to know where you stay
Around the camp
Shingwedzi 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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BD2BD2ZBG2EH3
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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 1,492 a night
- BD2DBungalow · hotplateSleeps 2 · from R 1,528 a night
- BD2ZBungalow · accessible, hotplateSleeps 2 · from R 1,492 a night
- BD3Bungalow · hotplateSleeps 3 · from R 1,492 a night
- BD3ZBungalow · accessible, hotplateSleeps 3 · from R 1,492 a night
- BG2Bungalow · communal kitchenSleeps 2 · from R 1,220 a night
Not sure which code to ask for? Dassie has the Shingwedzi key in front of it.
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13 rooms, sleeps 2 to 8
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Where you'll sleep
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with SANParks once you send your dates.
Camp Site CK6PL
6 guests
From R 378 / night
No view · Power point
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - Larger site, best suited for motor homes etc. - No view - Power point
Bungalow BD2D
2 guests
From R 1,528 / night
Own hotplate
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Features - 1 double bed - Air-conditioned - Fridge - Hotplate - Microwave - No smoking - Sink - Utensils - WC and shower
Cottage FF4
4 guests
From R 1,984 / night
Own kitchen
Sleeps up to 4 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 2 single beds or 1 king size bed - 1 bedroom with double bed - Air-conditioned - Kitchen - Microwave - No smoking - WC and shower
Camp Site CK6PZ
6 guests
From R 378 / night
No view · Power point
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - No view - Power point
Camp Site CK6PV
6 guests
From R 413 / night
Perimeter view · Power point
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - Perimeter view - Power point
Hut EH3
3 guests
From R 722 / night
Communal kitchen
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 3 single beds - Communal ablutions - Communal Kitchen - Fan - Fridge - No smoking - No utensils
Bungalow BG2
2 guests
From R 1,220 / night
Communal kitchen
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Features - 2 single beds - Air-conditioned - Communal Kitchen - Fridge - No smoking - No utensils - WC and shower
Bungalow BD3
3 guests
From R 1,492 / night
Own hotplate
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 3 single beds - Air-conditioned - Fold up bed and bedding provided - Fridge - Hotplate - No additional mattresses will be provided - No smoking - Sink - Utensils - WC and shower
Bungalow BD3Z
3 guests
From R 1,492 / night
Accessible unit · Own hotplate
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 3 single beds - Air-conditioned - Fold up bed and bedding provided - Fridge - Hotplate - No additional mattresses will be provided - No smoking - Sink - Unit accessible to the mobility challenged - Utensils - WC and bath
Nature
What lives at Shingwedzi Rest Camp
9 animals, 31 birds and 9 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.
Dry mopane country on the Shingwedzi River, where the pools along the Kanniedood loop hold waterfowl, storks and pelicans; impala lilies flower pink around camp in winter.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
About Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa is a beautiful destination in Limpopo, offering visitors access to local amenities, natural attractions, and the authentic character of South African life.
See more places in PhalaborwaLocation
±68 km from Punda Maria Gate · nearest town Thohoyandou, ±99 km · nearest airport Phalaborwa Airport (PHW), ±96 km
Straight-line distances. Park roads are slower, so allow more time than the numbers suggest.
Important information
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shingwedzi Rest Camp located?
Shingwedzi Rest Camp is in Phalaborwa. The map on this page shows the area.
How many guests can Shingwedzi Rest Camp accommodate?
Each room sleeps between 2 and 8 guests. The rooms section on this page shows the limit for each one.
How do I book Shingwedzi 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 378/ night
Request availability. Send your dates and we will confirm availability with SANParks.
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