The Wild Olive Tree Camp

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Staff

9.5

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About this property

Wild Olive Tree Camp, located just1 mile from the Orpen Gate to the Kruger National Park, and bordering the Manyeleti Game Reserve, is a community owned and managed solar powered green energy bush camp with comfortable en suite Safari style tented accommodations. The thoughtfully positioned tents on platforms feature a front deck and an private private bathroom. The room rate is a per person bed and (table d' hote) dinner inclusive rate. It is possible to book breakfast before arrival at the camp. Extremely rewarding Safari game drive experiences are enjoyed in the Greater Kruger Manyeleti Reserve at an additional fee. Wild Olive Tree Camp has a swimming pool and bush spa on site. Hoedspruit/Eastgate Airport is 37 mi from the camp and transfers can be arranged.anged.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Alta
South Africa South Africa
“Location is very good in the bush. It is directly outside the Kruger National Park (Orpen gate). The breakfast and dinner included in the price was very delicious, and they took my Gluten free requirements into account. The staff is wonderful and...”
Karin
United States United States
“The Wild Olive Tree Camp is a wonderful place right at the Orpen Gate to Kruger Park. It offers a great combination of tenting in nature while enjoying amazing hospitality. The guests are lovingly cared for, and the food is excellent.”
Candice
South Africa South Africa
“We had a fantastic stay at the Wild Olive Tree Camp. Wonderful hospitality from Ingrid and her team. Delicious meals, and on mornings when we left very early to enter the Kruger Park we were provided packed meals. The accommodation (tent) is...”
Venetia
South Africa South Africa
“This property is definitely worth staying at even just for an overnight stay on your way to Kruger. The tents despite being basic, are very comfortable and cosy. The staff are incredibly welcoming - thanks to Audrey for help with sorting out a...”
Soretha
South Africa South Africa
“The staff went out of their way to welcome you and were exceptionally friendly. Although the bed was narrow, it provided a good night's rest and although the shower looked dodgy, it provided a really good shower experience. Breakfast and dinner...”
Danie
South Africa South Africa
“Impressed by the dinner & breakfast served. Hot plates! Served with a smile. Location was perfect for our travels the following day.”
Joanne
New Zealand New Zealand
“Staff were amazing and couldn’t do enough for us. Location was excellent for Kruger Park.”
Magda
South Africa South Africa
“Staff were very friendly and helpful. The dinner and breakfast were good.”
Neil
Australia Australia
“Perfect location to explore Manyeleti and Kruger. Right next to the Orpen Kruger Gate and Manyeleti. Lovely tents very comfortable. Includes brekky and dinner so great value.”
Alexandre
South Africa South Africa
“Great place and location. The best place before entering or exiting Kruger!”

Hosted by Wild Olive Leaf - Our symbol of peace

9.5
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Wild Olive Leaf - Our symbol of peace
Wild Olive Tree Camp is a simply appointed safari style, tented camp which was established and is managed by the indigenous people of this area. This quiet, intimate bush camp is a stones throw from the Kruger National Park's Orpen Gate entrance and shares a boundary with Manyeleti Game Reserve, which is part of the great Kruger area and affords some of the most exceptional safari style - open game vehicle - or self drive game viewing in the region. Wild Olive will fulfill the expectations of travellers seeking an unpretentious and thoroughly authentic South African bush and wild life experience.
We are proud to welcome you to our community managed tented camp where you will enjoy the most delicious home style meals, comfortable accommodation in our privately situated tents, incredible bird song at dawn and the calls of the wild at night. We are the perfect base for your game viewing/bush loving African experience. Pre arrange your safari style game drives with us. Our game drives leave early morning and later afternoon and our skilled game guides will enthrall you with the most amazing African animal sightings you can imagine. We can also advice you on travel through the Kruger National Park and on experiences of local culture in our area.
Wild Olive Tree Camp is the gateway to the Kruger National Park - one of the most iconic game viewing environments on the planet. Manyeleti Reserve which is a well kept secret, is on our boundary and has the full spectrum of incredible big 5 and all African animal game viewing that can be enjoyed. Being part of the community means we can organise local culture community tours right on our doorstep. We visit the local tribal people, see how they live, drink a beer at the local bar and appreciate their art and crafts.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 21:30 and 06:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 495 per child, per night
Crib upon request
ZAR 180 per child, per night
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 495 per child, per night

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

The property offers game drives at an additional fee.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.