Region
Overview
Corian’s Caravan Resort was sold in 2021. The resort has re-opened under new ownership and is now called Characters Garden Park. A tranquil setting where indigenous coastal forest and unspoiled sandy beaches meet. Pennington Beach is only a few steps away, offering up a sandy beach, tidal pool, crystal clear rock pools and good fishing spots.
Sites
72 Level grassy, shady sites on terraces, providing protection from the wind and a sense of privacy - bring a netted ground sheet to protect the grass.
Site Essentials
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• Power points available. Bring a 15+m extension cord.
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• Water points on or near sites.
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• Braai facilities at each site. Bring a grid.
Activities
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• Swimming pool • Nearby Pennington Beach offers a sandy beach, tidal pool, crystal clear rock pools and some of the best fishing spots in the area • Bring your own equipment.
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• At nearby Umdoni Park: Horse Riding • Mountain Biking • Trail running •Hiking • Birding - over 100 bird species
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• Playground
In Town
• Pennington 1km:In the nearby area are places to eat - Supermarkets - Fuel - ATM's - Pharmacy - Common services
Contact Details
- 039 975 1107
- admin@charactersgardenpark.co.za
- https://charactersgardenpark.co.za
- -30.38124 30.69910
Rates
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2026 Camping Price Guide*
Charges apply for dogs - Low and Mid season onlyLOW SEASON
Adults - R240
Children 4 to 16 years - R130
Pensioners - R190MID-SEASON - School Holidays & Long weekends
Adults - R295
Children 4 to 16 years - R180
Pensioners - R245HIGH SEASON
12 Dec to 10 Jan
Adults - R430
Children 4 to 16 years - R220EASTER WEEKEND
2 - 5 April 2026
Adults - R320
Children 4-16 years - R190
Pensioners - R2502026 LONG STAY
R4500 per couple, per month
max 3 months - excluding Dec / JanWinter special June - August 2026:
R4200 per couple per monthPayment Options: EFT • Cash • Credit Card
Check-in time 14h00
Check-out time 10h00
Location
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35 Impathle Dr, Pennington
Amenities
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• Clean ablutions with hot water, showers, basins and flushing toilets.
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• No scullery for washing dishes
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• Laundry facilities available.
Food, Drinks, Supplies
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• No onsite restaurant. Restaurant and takeaways within walking distance or an easy drive.
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• No onsite shop. Groceries in Pennington on the doorstep of the resort.
Access
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• Suitable for all types of typically accepted camping vehicles and ways of camping. Some sites have low overhanging branches.
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• Tar to the entrance.
Other
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• Pets welcome by prior arrangement at a daily fee and subject to seasonal restrictions
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• Malaria-free • October to April - Protect yourself by wearing appropriate clothing and applying mosquito repellent.
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• Cell signal
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• WiFi available
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• Fenced and patrolled. As a general precaution wherever you travel, keep valuables secured away.
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