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Monte Christo Bush Camp – Nature, Camping & Local Attractions in Western Cape

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Monte Christo Bush Camp

South Africa - Western Cape

About Monte Christo Bush Camp Camping

Set in Western Cape, South Africa near Porterville, Monte Christo Bush Camp is a well-appointed caravan park and campsite. Guests can enjoy hiking, birdwatching, swimming, and fishing during their stay. Nearby attractions include GINSMITH GIN, Porterville Dam.

Contact Info

Accommodation

  • Camping Allowed: Caravans & tents
  • Caravan Allowed: Yes
  • Caravan Requirements: Standard caravan
  • Ground Cover: Partly grass
  • Lights: Yes
  • People per Site: 4
  • Power points: Caravan power point
  • Shade: All have shade
  • Sites Available: 30
  • Tents Allowed: Yes

Facilities

  • Cellphone reception: Yes
  • Credit Cards welcome: No
  • Dogs Allowed: No
  • Shop: Wood for sale
  • Washing up: Yes
  • Water taps: Yes
  • Wheelchair Friendly: No

Directions and Road Condition

  • Access Road: Tar & gravel road
  • Closest Town: Porterville
  • Directions to campsite: From Cape Town: Follow the N7 from Cape Town, Pass Malmesbury and Moorreesburg, Turn RIGHT at Piketberg, Drive 25km, at the T-junction at Porterville, Turn LEFT to Citrusdal, After 2.5km turn RIGHT at the Dasklip turnoff, Drive 4.4km, turn RIGHT at the Monte Christo entrance. From Paarl: Follow the R44, Pass Wellington and Hermon, Turn LEFT at Gouda, Drive 30km, Pass through Porterville, 2.5km outside Porterville (towards Citrusdal), turn RIGHT at the Dasklip turnoff, Drive 4.4km, turn RIGHT at the Monte Christo entrance.
  • Distance to Town: 7 km
  • GPS Campsite: S 32.945911 E 19.019353
  • GPS Turnoff: S 32.945360 E 19.014174
  • Trailer Required: Standard trailer
  • Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

  • Showers: Hot shower
  • Toilets: Flush toilet

Activities

  • Bird Watching: Yes
  • Fishing: Dam
  • Hiking: Yes
  • Kloofing: Yes
  • Mountain Biking: Gravel roads & jeeptracks
  • Rock Art: Yes
  • Rock Climbing: Yes
  • Swimming: Swimming pool and dam

4x4 Related

  • 4x4 Routes: Yes
  • 4x4 Comments: Yes

Comments, Rules and Notes

  • Comments: Monte Christo is a private campsite at the foot of the mountains just outside of Porterville. We offer a breathtaking view over the mountains and valley. There are 9 waterfalls that can be reached on foot and a number of other activities.
  • Additional Comments: Campsite on a farm
  • Special rules: No music, exceptions can be made for group bookings on request

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

  • GINSMITH GIN

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 5 (5 reviews)
    5,1 km from camp
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  • Porterville Dam

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 5 (1 reviews)
    6,7 km from camp
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  • Disa Pool

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 5 (1 reviews)
    8,7 km from camp
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  • ePod Dragonstone

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 5 (1 reviews)
    23,5 km from camp
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  • Org de Rac Organic Wine Estate

    tourist attraction, point of interest, food, establishment

    ⭐ 4,4 (82 reviews)
    25,1 km from camp
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  • Oakhurst Olives

    tourist attraction, point of interest, food, establishment

    ⭐ 4,8 (140 reviews)
    29,8 km from camp
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  • Murludi Hiking Trail and Dried Fruit

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,7 (121 reviews)
    31,0 km from camp
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  • Sebrakop Summit

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,2 (5 reviews)
    32,8 km from camp
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  • Tulbagh Horse Trails

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,7 (42 reviews)
    33,1 km from camp
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  • Theuniskraal Wine Estate

    tourist attraction, point of interest, food, establishment

    ⭐ 4,6 (40 reviews)
    33,2 km from camp
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  • Twee Jonge Gezellen

    tourist attraction, point of interest, food, establishment

    ⭐ 4,6 (212 reviews)
    33,7 km from camp
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  • Saronsberg Wine Cellar

    tourist attraction, point of interest, food, establishment

    ⭐ 4,6 (514 reviews)
    34,6 km from camp
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  • Overvloedt Farm

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 5 (1 reviews)
    35,4 km from camp
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  • Uitkyk Point

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 5 (1 reviews)
    35,7 km from camp
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  • Tulbagh Show Grounds

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 5 (2 reviews)
    38,6 km from camp
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  • Cape Dutch Quarters - Tulbagh

    tourist attraction, lodging, travel agency, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,3 (192 reviews)
    39,4 km from camp
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  • The Victorian House Museum

    museum, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,7 (3 reviews)
    39,5 km from camp
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  • Tulbagh Tourism Bureau

    tourist attraction, travel agency, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,5 (46 reviews)
    39,6 km from camp
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  • Wheat Industry Museum Moorreesburg

    museum, tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,4 (70 reviews)
    40,0 km from camp
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  • Allesverloren

    tourist attraction, liquor store, store, restaurant, point of interest, food, establishment

    ⭐ 4,6 (186 reviews)
    47,8 km from camp
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