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Off-grid eco camp: solar power and gas16 units across chalets, bungalows, rondavels and A-framesWhole camp can be booked exclusively (sleeps 40)Two communal kitchens, boma, large fire-pit and poolInside Cavern Nature Reserve / uKhahlamba World Heritage SiteStar-filled skies and walks straight from the door
About this place
Sungubala is a self-catering eco camp situated in the wilderness below Sungubala Mountain in the Northern Drakensberg Nature Reserve, adjacent to the uKhahlamba Drakensberg World Heritage Site. Accommodation includes 2-bedded and 5-bedded chalets, a Mountain Bungalow, three pairs of interleading rondavels, and A-frames (rustic and en-suite). Guests have access to guided or self-guided trails in our unspoiled mountain wilderness. Nearby activities include horse riding, mountain-bike trails, tree-top cable tours and the Adventure Centre. Off-grid: solar lighting and gas cooking. Communal facilities include two kitchens, lounge, boma, large fire-pit, braai area and swimming pool. The whole camp can be booked exclusively (sleeps up to 40).
Amenities
Hiking trails
Bird watching
Scenic views
Star gazing deck
Outdoor dining area
Horse riding
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6 rooms, sleeps 2 to 6
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Where you'll sleep
6 room types, for 2 to 6 guests
Double or Twin · 2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
Rustic 2-person A-frame with private bathroom and shower. Access to the shared kitchen, lounge and outside braai / fire pit. Price shown assumes 2 occupants.
R 1,360 per night
Double or Twin · 2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
Single-bedroom chalet with king or twin beds, private outside kitchenette and a lounge with fireplace. Self-catering. Per-unit rate.
R 1,850 per night
Mixed (doubles + singles) · 5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bathroom
Beautiful, spacious self-catering chalet for 5. Two bedrooms (one upstairs, one downstairs), fully equipped kitchen / living room with fireplace and outside braai facility. Per-unit rate.
R 3,450 per night
Mixed · 6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bathroom
Rustic self-catering bungalow for 6. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms (showers only), fully equipped kitchen / living room with fireplace and outside braai. Limited view. Per-unit rate.
R 2,950 per night
Doubles + singles · 4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bathroom
Beautiful self-catering rondavels (African huts) sold as a pair: two adjacent interleading units with a shared entrance, suitable for families with young children. Sleeps 4. En-suite shower. Self-catering in shared camp kitchen and dining area. Price shown assumes 4 occupants.
R 1,600 per night
Double or Twin · 2 guests · 1 bedroom
Rustic A-frame with a small patio. Shared ablutions and shared kitchen. Rate is per person per night (R570); single occupancy R855. Price shown assumes 2 occupants.
R 1,140 per night
Nature
What lives at Sungubala Eco Camp
2 animals recorded here or nearby.
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
About Drakensberg
The Drakensberg is South Africa's most dramatic mountain range, a UNESCO World Heritage Site stretching along the KwaZulu-Natal border with Lesotho. Known as uKhahlamba ("Barrier of Spears"), it offers world-class hiking, ancient San rock art, and stunning scenery from Amphitheatre to Giant's Castle. The range provides cool retreats, trout fishing, and adventure activities in spectacular mountain settings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sungubala Eco Camp located?
Sungubala Eco Camp is in Drakensberg. The map on this page shows the area.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sungubala Eco Camp?
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Contact the host directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.
How many guests can Sungubala Eco Camp accommodate?
Each room sleeps between 2 and 6 guests. The rooms section on this page shows the limit for each one.
What causes does a booking at Sungubala Eco Camp support?
A portion of every booking at Sungubala Eco Camp contributes to Royal Drakensberg Education Trust. See the property's causes section for how the funds are used.
How do I book Sungubala Eco Camp?
Select your dates on the Sungubala Eco Camp property page and submit a booking request. The host confirms availability, then you pay securely through Spekboom to complete the reservation.
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fromR 1,140/ night
Book on Spekboom. Request to book. You are not charged until the host accepts.
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