Bucklands Rustic Tent Camp

Self Catering, Tented Camp 

Description

Bucklands Rustic Tent Camp is set within an acacia thicket on the banks of the Great Fish River, within Bucklands Private Game Reserve only 35kms from Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. The camp overlooks lovely deep river pools, lined with reed beds, edged by fast flowing rapids; and is shadowed by beautiful tall cliffs forming part of the dramatic landscape surrounding Bucklands Rustic Tent Camp.



Bucklands Rustic Tent Camp consists of four dome tents, which sleep 2 guests each. The tents are comfortably laid out, each on its own individual deck, under the tall trees. The dome tents are furnished with 2 single beds (linen/sleeping bags and pillows provided) and a cupboard to store your torch, bird book and binoculars. The central ablutions are situated to one side of the camp to give privacy and consist of two showers complete with hot water (solar geyser) and two flush toilets.



As Bucklands Rustic Tent Camp is a self catering camp, the fully equipped central kitchen, is perfect for preparing those wonderful camping recipes, and is within close proximity to the communal boma area which boasts a large fire pit for your "talking" fire. Folding camp chairs and tables are provided for the boma or kitchen area, as well as a gas braai and traditional braai to choose from (gas and fire wood are provided). The central kitchen is equipped with a gas fridge, gas cookers, all crockery and cutlery to service the camp. Our friendly housekeeping staff will service the camp daily. A lovely camping atmosphere is created at night by the use of rechargeable lights, paraffin lanterns, as well as solar lights at Bucklands Rustic Tent Camp.



Whilst day time leisure activities maybe relaxing and enjoying your natural surroundings, birding, fishing on the banks of the Great Fish River, scenic walks along the river and to nearby waterholes. Game drives, guided walks etc can be arranged on request; please see details of the activities offered and costs thereof at Bucklands Private Game Reserve. Bucklands Private Game Reserve will transport guests to and from Bucklands Rustic Tent Camp from the Reserves office.



What to bring: All food and beverages (no catering is provided), your own towels and toiletries, torch, bird book, binoculars, photographic equipment, sun block, insect repellents, hats, books, your own fishing tackle (or you can hire from us) and good walking shoes.