Umphiti Backpackers – Your Next Scenic Camping Destination

Relax and explore Umphiti Backpackers – camping, nature, and local highlights in KwaZulu Natal.

Southern Camping

Umphiti Backpackers

South Africa - KwaZulu Natal

About Umphiti Backpackers Camping

Set in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa near Pietermaritzburg, Umphiti Backpackers is a well-appointed campsite. Guests can enjoy swimming during their stay. Nearby attractions include KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Msunduzi-Voortrekker Museum.

Contact Info

Accommodation

  • Camping Allowed: Tents only
  • Caravan Requirements: NA
  • Ground Cover: Grass
  • Self Catering: Yes
  • Shade: Most have shade
  • Sites Available: 3
  • Tents Allowed: Yes

Facilities

  • Braai Grill: Yes
  • Cellphone reception: Yes
  • Freezer: Yes
  • Fridge: Yes
  • Shop: Wine and beer for sale

Directions and Road Condition

  • Access Road: Tar road
  • Closest Town: Pietermaritzburg
  • Distance to Town: 0 km
  • GPS Campsite: S 29.605152 E 30.387038
  • Trailer Required: Standard trailer
  • Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

  • Showers: Hot shower
  • Toilets: Flush Toilet

Activities

  • Hiking: Day hikes & overnight hikes (wilderness)
  • Mountain Biking: Marked routes & gravel roads
  • Nature Drives: Yes
  • Rock Art: Yes
  • Rock Climbing: Yes
  • Swimming: Swimming pool

Comments, Rules and Notes

  • Additional Comments: Backpackers in a town
  • Other: Backpackers

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

  • KwaZulu-Natal Museum

    museum, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,5 (695 reviews)
    Less than 1 km from camp
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  • Msunduzi-Voortrekker Museum

    tourist attraction, museum, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,2 (80 reviews)
    Less than 1 km from camp
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  • Tatham Art Gallery

    art gallery, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,5 (239 reviews)
    Less than 1 km from camp
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  • Alexandra Park

    park, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 3,7 (749 reviews)
    Less than 1 km from camp
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  • Shri Vishnu Temple

    hindu temple, tourist attraction, place of worship, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,8 (30 reviews)
    1,4 km from camp
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  • Habibia Soofie Mosque

    mosque, tourist attraction, place of worship, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,6 (176 reviews)
    1,5 km from camp
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  • Golden Horse Casino & Hotel

    casino, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,2 (5601 reviews)
    1,5 km from camp
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  • KZN National Botanical Garden (PMB)

    tourist attraction, park, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,4 (2033 reviews)
    3,8 km from camp
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  • Natal Zoological Gardens

    zoo, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,1 (1625 reviews)
    14,0 km from camp
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  • Cumberland Nature Reserve

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

    ⭐ 4,7 (352 reviews)
    16,0 km from camp
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  • Howick Falls

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,1 (2645 reviews)
    19,5 km from camp
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  • ZULU LULU ART HOUSE

    art gallery, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,5 (38 reviews)
    29,3 km from camp
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  • African Raptor Centre

    tourist attraction, park, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,8 (596 reviews)
    30,4 km from camp
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  • Karkloof Canopy Tour

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,7 (963 reviews)
    33,6 km from camp
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  • Phezulu Lodge & Self Catering chalets

    tourist attraction, park, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,3 (114 reviews)
    36,5 km from camp
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  • 1000 Hills Tourism Information Office

    tourist attraction, travel agency, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,4 (148 reviews)
    37,9 km from camp
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  • Alverstone Wildlife Park

    tourist attraction, park, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,6 (116 reviews)
    38,7 km from camp
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  • Hella Hella outdoor center

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,3 (109 reviews)
    43,8 km from camp
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  • Iphithi Nature Reserve

    tourist attraction, park, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,5 (191 reviews)
    45,0 km from camp
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  • Krantzkloof Nature Reserve

    tourist attraction, park, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,6 (1845 reviews)
    46,7 km from camp
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