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Thornbirds – Perfect for Outdoor Adventures & Relaxation

Discover hiking, camping, and attractions at Thornbirds – your outdoor retreat in Gauteng.

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Thornbirds

South Africa - Gauteng

About Thornbirds Camping

Thornbirds is a tranquil camping site in South Africa, offering visitors a nature-focused retreat. Guests can explore nearby trails, enjoy scenic views, and relax in open camping spaces. Facilities include shaded areas, clean water points, and picnic spots. Local attractions such as Siyaya Bush Lodge, Leopardsong Game Lodge enhance the experience. Ideal for travelers seeking a peaceful and scenic camping getaway.

Contact Info

Accommodation

  • Camping Allowed: Caravans & tents
  • Caravan Allowed: Yes
  • Caravan Requirements: Standard caravan
  • Ground Cover: Grass
  • People per Site: 6
  • Power points: Caravan power point.
  • Self Catering: Yes
  • Shade: Most have shade
  • Sites Available: 34
  • Tents Allowed: Yes
  • BnB: Yes

Facilities

  • Braai Grill: Yes
  • Cellphone reception: Yes
  • Credit Cards welcome: Yes
  • Dogs Allowed: No
  • Fridge: Yes
  • Shop: Yes
  • Washing up: Yes
  • Water taps: Yes
  • Wheelchair Friendly: Yes

Directions and Road Condition

  • Access Road: Tar & gravel road
  • Closest Town: Pretoria
  • Directions to campsite: On the road between Hammanskraal and Rust de Winter, 14 km from the Hammanskraal toll gate is a sign for Dinokeng Lodge. Turn off right and follow the gravel road for 2 km. Drive straight to the T-junction, in at the farm gate.
  • Distance to Town: 45 km
  • GPS Campsite: S 25.350400 E 28.402900
  • Trailer Required: Standard trailer
  • Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

  • Has Bath: One
  • Showers: Hot shower
  • Toilets: Flush Toilet

Activities

  • Bird Watching: Yes
  • Fishing: River
  • Hiking: Day hikes
  • Mountain Biking: On firebreaks
  • Swimming: Swimming pool

Comments, Rules and Notes

  • Articles: Wegsleep # 8, p. 28
  • Comments: Situated on Boekenhoutskloofspruit and next to Dinokeng Game Reserve - a real bush experience.
  • Additional Comments: Holiday resort on a farm in a nature reserve
  • Note: Previously Kloofspruit or Dinokeng
  • Special rules: Music only to listen to yourself
  • Other: Three star lodge with 3 rooms and 2 self catering chalets

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

  • Siyaya Bush Lodge

    tourist attraction, park, lodging, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,8 (66 reviews)
    2,6 km from camp
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  • Leopardsong Game Lodge

    tourist attraction, lodging, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 5 (69 reviews)
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  • Kwalata Adventure Camp

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  • Kwalata Game Lodge in Dinokeng Game Reserve

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    ⭐ 4,3 (964 reviews)
    9,1 km from camp
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  • Dinokeng Game Reserve

    tourist attraction, park, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,3 (6810 reviews)
    11,2 km from camp
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  • Welgedacht Game Reserve

    tourist attraction, park, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 5 (7 reviews)
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  • Mystic Monkeys and Feathers Wildlife Park

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  • Genius Loci Game Ranch

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  • Ma Tala Tala

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  • Fundani Tours

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  • Wolmerton Project

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  • Wonderboom Nature Reserve

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    ⭐ 4,1 (2176 reviews)
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  • Ditsong Pioneer Museum

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    ⭐ 4 (317 reviews)
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  • Ditsong Sammy Marks Museum

    museum, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,3 (426 reviews)
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  • Pretoria National Botanical Gardens

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    ⭐ 4,4 (9953 reviews)
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  • Union Buildings

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  • Hazel Food Market.

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  • University of Pretoria Museums

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