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Africamps at White Elephant Safaris

3.5 star property

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A wooden deck with a stone pathway leading to a tented area with a fireplace.
A pool with a view of mountains and a lake, surrounded by grass and trees.
A neatly made bed with white linens and two rolled towels, a wooden bench with cushions, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.
A lodge with a deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a dirt path.
A lodge with a large open deck and a chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and zebras grazing.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Farm Leeuwspoor, Pongola Game Reserve South, Pongola, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Place, Pongola Shopping Center
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Place, Pongola Golf Course
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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A bunk bed room with a wooden ladder, white bedding, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Tent, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Pongola

At Africamps at White Elephant Safaris, you'll be 22.6 km (14 mi) from Pongola River Bridge. Highlights at this tentalow include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and private plunge pools. .Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to boat tours and a safari. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. Self-service breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights in the vicinity of this 3.5-property class Pongola tentalow include Jozini Dam and Pongola Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • Pongola Shopping Center - 59 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Pongola Golf Course - 60 min drive - 52.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wimpy - ‬26 min drive
  • Coffee Spot
  • ‪Hippo Hole @ Mvubu River Lodge - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Ndlela Café - ‬37 min drive
  • Hippo Hole

About this property

Africamps at White Elephant Safaris

As a guest of Africamps at White Elephant Safaris, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Africamps at White Elephant Safaris also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Pongola tentalow is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Africamps at White Elephant Safaris offers 12 accommodations with private plunge pools and indoor private hot tubs. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes fireplaces. Accommodation at this 3.5-star tentalow has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 155 for children

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Fireplace
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located within the Pongola Game Reserve and accessible by the Pongola Game Reserve South Gate. The listed destination fee covers entrance to the reserve. Payment is collected at the gate. The Pongola Game Reserve South Gate hours are 6 AM-6 PM.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Africamps at White Elephant Safaris

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 25 per accommodation, per stay.
  • Cleaning fee: ZAR 300 per accommodation, per stay.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately ZAR 200 for adults and from ZAR 155 for children
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Africamps at White Elephant
Africamps at White Elephant Safaris Pongola
Africamps at White Elephant Safaris Safari/Tentalow
Africamps at White Elephant Safaris Safari/Tentalow Pongola

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Africamps at White Elephant Safaris?

Africamps at White Elephant Safaris offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Africamps at White Elephant Safaris?

Yep, Africamps at White Elephant Safaris has a free self car park.

Does Africamps at White Elephant Safaris have a pool?

Africamps at White Elephant Safaris has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Africamps at White Elephant Safaris family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Africamps at White Elephant Safaris is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Africamps at White Elephant Safaris?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Does Africamps at White Elephant Safaris serve breakfast?

Sure does, self-service breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Africamps at White Elephant Safaris?

No, Africamps at White Elephant Safaris does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Africamps at White Elephant Safaris?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Africamps at White Elephant Safaris?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Africamps at White Elephant Safaris Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and scenic setting, loved the hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless, wonderful view and a fantastic bost safari on Lake Jozini. Will be back.
View from our deck.
View from inside our tent.
At the reception.
Boat safari.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely overnight stay. Peaceful, beautiful spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place

The stay was wonderful! Absolutely beautiful views, extremely helpful reception & safari staff especially Sipho was amazing- he was knowledgeable and had eagle eyes with spotting rhinos & ellies! It was an awesome stay & we could not recommend it more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxurious tent in game reserve

Wonderful luxurious tent in game reserve
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glamping

Lovely overnight stay. Peaceful, beautiful spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glorious "Glamping" in a KZN Game Reserve

Africamps at White Elephant Safaris in the Pongola Game Reserve provides an exceptional land and water-based safari experience. All the staff on-site are welcoming, hospitable, knowledgeable and professional, while the location is simply out of this world! The comfortable tenting accommodation is luxurious and lavish, offering breathtaking views of the luscious KwaZulu-Natal surrounds and a feeling of being oh-so-very close to nature. The spacious deck, wood-fired hot-tub / cold splash pool in the dizzying summer heat, braai facilities and large on-site swimming pool (with an extraordinarily expansive view) were all definite highlights as were the many bushveld activities on offer, especially the early-morning walking safari and sunset boat cruise on the Pongola River feeding into Jozini Dam. We enjoyed ample wildlife sightings and the birdlife was also abundant, varied and exceptional. Remember to take along binoculars! We truly relished this high-end boutique "glamping" experience par excellence and can highly recommend specifically this truly special Africamps location within the Pongola KZN Game Reserve.
Bushveld Bubbles for New Years
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tolles Gebiet für entspannte Tage. Tolle Bootssafari mit Nashörnern, Hippos etc.. Auf dem Gelände der Anlage viele Impalas, sehr schön. Unbedingt vorher einkaufen, in der Gegend gibt es keinen Supermarkt und keinem guten Fleischar für das abendliche Grillen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bianka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es gab nichts zu beanstanden. Für die Verpflegung gab es einen kleinen Kiosk mit gutem Angebot, sowie einen breakfast-Korb oder Braaikorb die ausreichend gefüllt waren. Den Pool haben wir nicht getestet 😄 sah aber sauber aus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emiel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Tent is leuk, plek is mooi. Wel kakkerlakken in de badkamer
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons passé 2 nuits exceptionnelles à Africamps. Le braaii est un vrai plus. Le cadre est magnifique et les activités proposées top. Nous avons pu profiter d'un safari en voiture et d'un safari bateau. Le personnel est top également. Nous avons pu voir les éléphants les zèbres les rhinocéros les buffles les hippos les crocodiles.... Je recommande l'expérience !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zum Entspannen eine sehr schöne Umgebung mit Blick auf den See
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

katia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tente de luxe au milieu de la nature, des Nyalas et des phacochère se promènent autour de nous, le barbecue est super bien, le hot tubvzussi...et tout le personnel est adorable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Espectaculares vistas e instalaciones
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

MAGALI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bien équipé, confortable en famille, personnel disponible
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traumhafte Lage mit Blick auf das Gamereserve, See und dahinterliegende Berge. Gut ausgestattetes und geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Safarizelt, bequeme Betten. Wir haben an einer Riversafari teilgenommen, die sehr schön aber nicht gerade kostengünstig war.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Très bel endroit avec une vue exceptionnelle. Malheureusement nous avons rencontré quelques problèmes sui ont gâché notre séjour à l’établissement. Beaucoup de cafard dans le logement et cela jusque dans le lit. Et pour couronner le tout, visite de chauve-souris dans la chambre en pleine nuit…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absoluut mooi gelegen glamping, midden in reservaat! Minder duidelijk op voorhand is dat je al 30min rijdt van aan de gate op een dirtroad, dus niet zo makkelijk om de accomodatie te verlaten. Honesty shop heeft wel wat bieden maar zou fijn zijn als die later open is. Voor de rest alles prima en zeker aan te bevelen!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glamping im Game Reserve

Mitten in einem Game Reserve an einem Staudamm stehen einsam diese sehr großen Zelte für bis zu 5 Personen; mit vollausgestatter Küche und - habe ich schin erwähnt? - viel Platz. Von dem großen Balkon mit Grill hat man einen wunderbaren Ausblick. Es werden Safaris auf dem Boot angeboten! Und nicht vergessen: Essen selbst mitbringen und was schönes grillen, denn ein Restaurant gibt es nicht.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Lovely big tents with great kitchen amd facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaazia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heavon on earth

Absolutely amazing trip to destress from reality. Upon arrival into the pongola nature reserve whilst still driving to our destination we were greeted by numerous giraffe buck and warthogs. It was really amazing to see the giraffe so close. Once we got in to the cabin it was heavon. We went in peak summer so the aircons were amazing. One tip carry water and dishwashing liquid. The water was not potable ,all the water is brown even in the shower. U need water to drink and for the kettle. Cleaning services are at an extra charge however if you are going for 2 or 3 nights you dont need a clean up just dishes to wash. Bring the sunlight as the soap here is very watered down. Other than that the place is truly heavon
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gulsher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Beautiful place, lovely setting, plenty animals seen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great overall stay. Hosts are proactive and message you before your stay to ensure that you are prepared.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay!!

A great stay! We saw lots of big5 game on our game drive. Very cheerful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot will for sure be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021