Hike in the secluded Waterberg
in a pristine wildlife reserve
If you're after Wi-Fi and room service, you're in the wrong place. But if your idea of a good time is hiking through wild spaces, swimming in rock pools, spotting giraffes and zebras, and falling asleep under a sky full of stars — then Bateleur is your kind of place.
We’re tucked away in the Waterberg, one of South Africa’s best-kept secrets when it comes to raw, unfiltered nature. It’s malaria-free. The summers are warm and dramatic, with afternoon thunderstorms rolling through, while winters are crisp and sunny — perfect hiking weather.
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​Our Stamvrug Hiking Trails, is famous for it's 2 Night Backpacking trail which is part of a network of 8 different routes, which cater to beginners, as well as seasoned hikers. Relax around a campfire at one of our hiker's basecamps, or upgrade to a basic self-catering cottages, or treat yourself to a bit of luxury and stay in our Mountain Villa .
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Low-profile city cars beware! After a season of generous rain,
only high-clearance vehicles should tackle the road to Bateleur.
The Waterberg is a summer rainfall area and is classified as malaria-free. Summer days are warm to hot (low humidity) with thunderstorms, while winter days are mild, sunny and mostly dry. Ideal for hiking year round.
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Bateleur Nature Reserve is situated 25 km northwest of Warmbaths (Bela-Bela) and 25 km west of Modimolle (Nylstroom) on a plateau in the Waterberg.
Tree list
Butterflies
Bird list
Bird Cert.
Animal
Tracks
RATES & ACCOMMODATION
HIKING FEES PER PERSON PER DAY
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Kloof Base-Camp #3A, 3B & 3C
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R175 (per person per night)*
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Stamvrug Base-Camp #9A, 9B & 9C
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R175 (per person per night)*
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Gumtree Cottage Base Camp #1​
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R175 (per person per day/night)*​
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Farmhouse
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R185 (per person per day/night)*​
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Day Hikers and mountain bikers
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R125 (per person per day)*
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Rustic Camp Tents
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R150 (per person per day)​
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ACCOMMODATION UNITS
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Children under two stay free.
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Normal weekends stay (or pay) for a minimum of two days.
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Prepaid electricity is available in all units, the Base Camps excluded.
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Long weekends stay (or pay) for a minimum of three or more days, depending on the length of the weekend.
RETREATS & GATHERINGS
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Special rates and conditions can be negotiated for visits during the week, on short notice for larger groups and school groups.
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4 x 4 Caravans and tents can be accommodated in the immediate vicinity of the Base Camps making use of Base Camp ablutions.
Rates Hiking Base Camps & Camping
Title | Type | Sleeps | Details | Rate | Unit Type |
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Gumtree Cottage (#2) | Rustic hiker base | 10 | 3 bedrooms, 1 shower, bunks | R175 (Min 8) | Gumtree Cottage (#2) |
Farmhouse (#1) | Rustic hiker base | 12 | 3 bedrooms, 2 showers, bunk beds | R175 (Min 10) | Farmhouse (#1) |
Rustic Camping | Camp Site | R150 pp | Rustic Camping | ||
Stamvrug Base Camp #9 | Hiker's Hut | 25 | Bunks, gas, donkey hote-water. | R175 pp (Min 4) | Stamvrug Base Camp #9 |
Kloof Base Camp #3 | Hiker's Hut | 25 | Bunks, gas, donkey hote-water. | R175 pp (Min 4) | Kloof Base Camp #3 |
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l’Orange Bleue French Belgian Country Restaurant - 8km
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Lekwêna Ranch +27 (0) 82 090 6917 Game rides & horse trails - Onsite
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Donkerpoort Dam - 20km
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Warmbaths Aventura Hot Water Springs & Water Sports - 25km
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Nylstroom Golf Course - 25km
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Thaba Kwena Crocodile Farm - 25km
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Nylsvley Bird Sanctuary - 55km
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De Wildt Shingwedzi +27 (0) 14 734 1735 Cheetah & Wild Dog Sanctuary - 25km