Woodcliffe – A Scenic Getaway in Eastern Cape, South Africa

Camping at Woodcliffe provides scenic views, spacious areas, and nature activities in Eastern Cape.

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Woodcliffe

South Africa - Eastern Cape

About Woodcliffe Camping

Woodcliffe is a caravan park, campsite, and guesthouse near Maclear, in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Guests can enjoy swimming, fishing, and birdwatching during their stay. Nearby attractions include Caravan Park Tortoni, Southern most point of Lesotho.

Contact Info

Contact Person: Phyll & Mel
Telephone Number: +27 (0)45 932-1550 / 1712
Cellphone Number: +27 (0)82 925 1030
Fax Number: +27 (0)45 932-1550
Email address: psephton@intekom.co.za
Language: English, Afrikaans & basic Xhosa
Office Hours: 24 hours
Website: http://www.woodcliffecavetrails.co.za

Accommodation

Camping Allowed: Caravan & tents
Caravan Allowed: Yes
Caravan Requirements: Standard caravan
Ground Cover: Grass
Power points: Standard power point
Self Catering: Yes
Shade: Half have shade
Sites Available: 4+
Tents Allowed: Yes
BnB: Yes

Facilities

Braai Grill: Yes
Cellphone reception: No
Freezer: Yes
Fridge: Yes
Washing up: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly: Yes

Directions and Road Condition

Access Road: Gravel road
Closest Town: Maclear
Directions to campsite: Take the ‘Rhodes via Naude’s Nek’ road out of Maclear past the country club. The road changes to gravel as you pass the club. Travel about 13km until you reach the large ‘Woodcliffe Cave Trails’ sign. Turn left and head towards the mountains. After 8km the road splits into 3. Woodcliffe Farmhouse is straight ahead.
Distance to Town: 22 km
GPS - Office: S 30.994391 E 28.183529
Trailer Required: Standard trailer
Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

Has Bath: Yes
Showers: Hot shower
Toilets: Flush toilets

Activities

Bird Watching: Yes
Fishing: Dam & river: fly fishing for wild trout
Hiking: Day & overnight hikes, Tok's Cave
Mountain Biking: Gravel roads & jeeptracks
Other Activities: Adventure sports available in area: abseiling, horse riding, white water rafting. Guided visits to rock art sites and mountain flowers, including orchids. Dinosaur footprints nearby.
Rock Art: Yes
Swimming: River & pools

Comments, Rules and Notes

Comments: Woodcliffe is the last inhabited farm before the high berg. The scenery is spectacular and the setting is perfect for those wanting a quiet and relaxing mountain getaway.
Additional Comments: Camping on a farm
Special rules: Consideration towards others
Other: Wood supplied

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

Caravan Park Tortoni

park, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 4,5 (129 reviews)
19,6 km from camp

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Southern most point of Lesotho

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 3,4 (5 reviews)
36,1 km from camp

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Dinorben San Rock Art & Wedding Venue

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 4,2 (5 reviews)
45,3 km from camp

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Tshaka tours and Adventures

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 5 (2 reviews)
45,4 km from camp

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Intaba Lodge
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Thompson Dam Municipal Caravan Park
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