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About this place
Skukuza is the largest rest camp in the Kruger National Park and the park's administrative heart, set on the southern bank of the Sabie River in the game-rich south. Its riverine setting, shaded by sycamore figs, jackalberries and Natal mahogany, draws a steady parade of wildlife, and all of the Big Five are regularly seen in the surrounding bushveld. The Sabie riverfront is a fine place to watch hippo and buffalo in the early morning, while warthog, vervet monkey and bushbaby are residents of the camp itself.
As the park's main hub, Skukuza is unusually well equipped for a bush camp. There is a restaurant and deli overlooking the river, a well-stocked shop, two swimming pools, a golf course, the Stevenson-Hamilton Memorial Library and the nearby Lake Panic bird hide. A range of accommodation suits most travellers, from rondavels and family cottages to larger riverside units.
Skukuza is reached by road through the Paul Kruger Gate, about 12km away, or the Phabeni Gate, roughly a five to six hour drive from Gauteng. For a quicker arrival, Skukuza Airport receives daily scheduled flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town.
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Around the camp
Skukuza as SANParks lays it out. Choose the part of camp you would like; we ask for it when you request availability, and SANParks assigns the unit when they confirm.
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Schematic, not to scale.
What the codes mean
SANParks names every unit by a code. The letters say what it is, the number says how many it sleeps, and any letters after that mark a view, an accessible unit or a perimeter position. Tap a code for that room's rates and photos.
- BD2Bungalow · hotplateSleeps 2 · from R 2,084 a night
- BD2ZNot sold through Spekboom yet
- BD3Bungalow · hotplateSleeps 3 · from R 2,084 a night
- BE2Bungalow · communal kitchenSleeps 2 · from R 1,705 a night
- BE3Bungalow · communal kitchenSleeps 3 · from R 1,705 a night
- BG2Not sold through Spekboom yet
Not sure which code to ask for? Dassie has the Skukuza key in front of it.
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26 rooms, sleeps 2 to 12
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Where you'll sleep
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with SANParks once you send your dates.
Bungalow BD2
2 guests
From R 2,084 / night
Own hotplate
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - Air-conditioned - Fridge - Hotplate - No smoking - Sink - Utensils - WC and shower
Camp Site CK6P
6 guests
From R 390 / night
Power point
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - CAMP SITE ONLY: Own camping equipment required - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - Power point
Safari Tent CTT4
4 guests
From R 947 / night
Communal kitchen
Sleeps up to 4 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 4 single beds - Communal ablutions - Communal Kitchen - Fan - Fridge - No smoking - No utensils
Safari Tent CTT2
2 guests
From R 947 / night
Communal kitchen
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - Communal ablutions - Communal Kitchen - Fan - Fridge - No smoking - No utensils
Bungalow BE3
3 guests
From R 1,705 / night
Communal kitchen
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 3 single beds - Air-conditioned - Communal Kitchen - Communal Kitchen - Fridge - No smoking - Sink - Utensils - WC and shower
Bungalow BE2
2 guests
From R 1,705 / night
Communal kitchen
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 2 single beds - Air-conditioned - Communal Kitchen - Communal Kitchen - Fridge - No smoking - Sink - Utensils - WC and shower
Bungalow BG3E
3 guests
From R 1,705 / night
Communal kitchen
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 3 single beds - Air-conditioned - Closed veranda - Communal Kitchen - Fridge - No smoking - Utensils - WC and shower
Bungalow BD3
3 guests
From R 2,084 / night
Own hotplate
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 3 single beds - Air-conditioned - Fridge - Hotplate - No smoking - Sink - Utensils - WC and shower
Bungalow LB3
3 guests
From R 2,475 / night
Own hotplate
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with 3 single beds - Air-conditioned - Closed veranda - Fridge - Hotplate - Luggage rack - Microwave - No smoking - Outside table - Sink - Utensils - WC and shower
Nature
What lives at Skukuza Rest Camp
6 animals, 74 birds and 16 trees and plants recorded here or nearby.
Rhino are part of the Big Five here. To protect them, no page, map or search shows where they are.
Big riverine trees along the Sabie: the camp itself is one of the best birding spots, with Pel's Fishing Owl recorded on the river after dark.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
About Hazyview
Hazyview is a beautiful destination in Mpumalanga, offering visitors access to local amenities, natural attractions, and the authentic character of South African life.
See more places in HazyviewLocation
±10 km from Paul Kruger Gate · nearest town Hazyview, ±47 km · nearest airport Skukuza Airport (SZK), ±4 km
Straight-line distances. Park roads are slower, so allow more time than the numbers suggest.
Important information
Frequently asked questions
Where is Skukuza Rest Camp located?
Skukuza Rest Camp is in Hazyview. The map on this page shows the area.
How many guests can Skukuza Rest Camp accommodate?
Each room sleeps between 2 and 12 guests. The rooms section on this page shows the limit for each one.
How do I book Skukuza Rest Camp?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with SANParks, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom. Nearby Spekboom stays book the same way if you want to mix nights inside the park with a stay outside.
Book your stay
fromR 390/ night
Request availability. Send your dates and we will confirm availability with SANParks.
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