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Overview

A convenient stopover between Gauteng and the Cape, 180 km South of Bloemfontein, just off the N1. The Gariep Dam is the largest dam in South Africa, bordering three provinces namely Free State, Northern Cape and Eastern Cape.

Sites

122 Well-laid out, level, demarcated sites. 16 Luxury paved sites offer private ablutions and kitchens. Many sites have large shady trees which may inhibit grass growth - a netted ground sheet is needed • Site numbers cannot be booked - these are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Site Essentials
  • • Power points available. Bring a 15+m extension cord.

  • • Water points on or near sites.

  • • Built-in braai facilities available at each site. Bring a grid.

Amenities
  • • One large clean ablution block serves the general camping area - showers & baths, hot water, flushing toilets. 16 Luxury paved stands offer private ablutions and kitchens • Chemical toilet dump station at the ablutions.

  • • Scullery for washing dishes.

  • • Coin-operated washing machines and tumble dryers. Obtain tokens from the security guard at the gate. Washing lines available.

Food, Drinks, Supplies
  • • On-Site Restaurant & Bar

  • • Directly opposite the entrance is a well stocked supermarket shop with fresh food & a liquor outlet. Fuel also available.

Activities
  • • Heated, warm and cold swimming pools • watersports • Boating - slipway available for launching boats and jet-ski's • Fishing • Bring your own gear for all activities.

  • • Walking Trails • Exploring the dam and surrounds • Tennis

  • • Putt-Putt • Trampoline

Access
  • • Suitable for all types of typically accepted camping vehicles and ways of camping.

  • • Tar all the way.

Other
  • • Pets not allowed

  • • Malaria-free

  • • Security patrolled & fenced with access control, As a general precaution wherever you travel, keep valuables secured away.

In Town

• Shop, liquor and fuel available opposite the entrance. Closest town is Venterstad - 45km.

Contact Details
  • 051 754 0045
  • gariep@foreversa.co.za
  • https://www.forevergariep.co.za/
  • -30.63343 25.38023
Rates
  • 2026 Camping Price Guide*:
    Maximum 8 people per site.

    STANDARD CAMPSITES
    High Season - R185 per person per night
    High Season Seniors Rate - R135 per person per night
    Peak Season - R725 per site per night for 1 to 4 people per site:
    plus extra person: R185 pppn to a max of 8

    CAMPSITES WITH PRIVATE ABLUTIONS
    High Season - R290 per person per night
    High Season Seniors Rate - R200 per person per night
    Peak Season - R1115 per site per night for 1 to 4 people per site:
    plus extra person: R290 pppn to a max of 8

    See website for dates of seasons

    PENSIONERS
    Standard sites: R135 per site per night for 2 people
    Private ablution sites: 2005 per night for 2 people
    Senior citizen rates applicable during midweek only. Excludes Public holidays, weekends,
    Long weekends and school holidays. Rates are subject to type and availability.

    LONG STAY
    Standard Campsite R145 per night - max 2 pensioners - 30 days excluding Peak season.

    All Special Offers and Senior Citizen offers are not available when booking online.
    Contact the booking office directly for special rates and offers.

    See website for dates of seasons

    Payment Options: EFT • Cash • Credit Card

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