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T. Lowell
Stayed at: Parsons Hilltop
once-in-a-lifetime experience
We had a once-in-a-lifetime experience at Parsons. We stayed in a luxury tent, this was glamping at its finest. Amazing staff, knowledgeable guides and the host Mirjam made us feel like family. Well-planned activities created lifelong memories for us.
A. Powell
Stayed at: Parsons Hilltop
Gorgeous place!
We had a lovely time at Parsons Hilltop. Beautiful scenery, great rooms and a relaxed time. Our guides were amazing and even helped us reach our goal of identifying 100 birds on our trip!
T. Lowell
Stayed at: Parsons Hilltop
once-in-a-lifetime experience
We had a once-in-a-lifetime experience at Parsons. We stayed in a luxury tent, this was glamping at its finest. Amazing staff, knowledgeable guides and the host Mirjam made us feel like family. Well-planned activities created lifelong memories for us.
A. Powell
Stayed at: Parsons Hilltop
Gorgeous place!
We had a lovely time at Parsons Hilltop. Beautiful scenery, great rooms and a relaxed time. Our guides were amazing and even helped us reach our goal of identifying 100 birds on our trip!
Accommodation Description
Parsons Hilltop offers a luxury glamping safari in Balule Nature Reserve, surrounded by the magic of the African bush and the Greater Kruger region. Surrounded by diverse wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, guests are immersed in the rhythm of the wild, with opportunities to witness unforgettable sights — from herds of elephants quenching their thirst at the river to lions calling under starlit skies.
Guests can choose between classic and luxury safari tents, each thoughtfully designed for comfort and immersion in the African bush. Luxury tents feature private viewing decks, king-size beds, en-suite bathrooms and hot tubs, while classic tents offer cosy en-suite accommodations with tasteful furnishings. Both options promise a memorable stay surrounded by nature.
Setting Description
Located within Balule Nature Reserve, Parsons Hilltop offers unparalleled opportunities for game viewing, including the chance to see the Big Five alongside diverse bird species and an array of smaller wildlife. The reserve offers breathtaking views of the majestic Drakensberg Mountains from its natural vantage points, creating a perfect setting for romantic sundowners.
Daily game drives in open vehicles, led by experienced ranger guides, offer close encounters with Africa's iconic wildlife. For a more immersive experience, guided bush walks provide insights into the smaller wonders of the bushveld, from animal tracks to unique plant species. Beyond the reserve, the camp arranges full-day trips to Kruger National Park and tours along the Panorama Route.
See also: Parsons House Parsons River Camp
Activities
Kruger Park Excursions
Panorama Route Tour
Walking and Hiking Trails
Horse safaris
Guided Game Drives
The rustic-chic lodge merges comfortable and stylish ambiance with the natural environment. Parsons Hilltop Safari Camp is an unfenced camp; all the animals in the Greater Kruger Park can roam free around. We have two waterholes that are filled up daily and that cozy lit at night. Here, the animals often come to drink and you are able to capture this spectacular viewing from your own private veranda.
Parsons Hilltop Safari Camp is nestled within the wilderness and undisturbed biodiversity of the bushveld. The unfenced park allows for free roaming wildlife between the Balule Game Reserve and Kruger National Park. Guests can experience the African wildlife with our highly experienced ranger guide on the game drive in an open game vehicle or, if interested, on foot.
We offer early morning and late afternoon game drives in an open game vehicle on our Nature Reserve. We stop for coffee/tea in the morning and for the famous sundowners on the evening drives. One safari drive is included in your stay and you can always request for more drives or bush walks upon if you are interested.
Secured parking
Free parking
Outdoor Pool
BBQ / picnic area
Wi-Fi
Wifi Yes, public areas only
Location
Parsons Nature Reserve Plot 36, Balule Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, 1380
How to get there
Information needed before arrival:
Please inform us the following:
Check in time is 13.00
Lunch time is 14.00
Will you be here before lunch time?
If not, what is your expected arrival time?
It takes 40 minutes from the gate to arrive in our camp.
Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at least 4 days before arrival.
Please email us before arrival if you are interested in any extra activities to be booked.
You can pay your gate fee (220 ZAR for the car (330 ZAR for a van) and 330 ZAR conservation levies) in cash or card at the gate.
You can use these GPS coordinates:
24°6.938'S and 30°51.171E
TEL NR CAMP:+27631575240
Whatsapp:+31611854611
SAFE TRAVELS!
Frequently asked questions
No
No pets allowed
13:00 - 11:00
Your stay includes the accommodation of your choice, three daily meals, coffees & teas, one game drive per nightly stay, game drive snacks, free parking and Wi-Fi. Your bar bill, extra activities or massages are excluded and payable at check-out. Conservation levies, (300 ZAR for international guests and 100 ZAR for local guests) plus the gate fee (200 ZAR) are payable at the Parsons Nature Reserve gate on arrival, in CASH.
The camp makes use of an honesty bar for beverages. They believe that this matches well with the intimate and personal atmosphere of our camp. You can safely drink the tapwater or you can purchase bottled water from the bar.
Parsons offers an interesting and balanced wine list with beautiful South African wines in different tiers
On safari, you need to be prepared for different temperatures and changing weather. The mornings can be cold and need a warm jersey, the days can be very warm and need shorts or swimming costume while at night you might need to protect your skin against mosquitos with long sleeves. Soft nature colours like khaki or beige are most suitable for your game drives and layering your clothing will keep you warmer and more flexible when the temperature rises.
Yes. The camp facilitates for each and everyone, however if you have a gluten free, lactose, vegan or other diet they need to be informed upfront in order to be able to prepare for this. Guests will receive a pre-arrival e-mail where they will be reminded to let the lodge know about possible requirements from your side.
Kruger Park is a malaria risk zone. You should be aware of the risk but it should not stop you from going to the Kruger and enjoying your African safari! Malaria is a higher risk during the wet season between October and May, with the months February to May being the peak risk period. We recommend that you consult your GP for the correct prophylactic to prevent malaria if you feel more comfortable with anti-malarial medication. Tips on how to avoid getting malaria: Cover your arms and legs as the evening approaches. Use light-coloured clothing to cover exposed skin areas - especially around the ankles. Wear long-sleeved shirts, long trousers, socks and closed shoes. Apply insect repellent to exposed skin areas every 4-6 hours.
Parsons welcomes children over the age of 12 or all ages when the camp is booked for Private Use.
Parsons Hilltop is situated within the Greater Kruger Park, in Balule Game Reserve. This entire area is unfenced and openly connected to the world-renowned Kruger National Park. This means that all (big five) animals can roam freely from the Kruger Park up to the hilltop. The lodge has regular sightings of lion and elephant and often finds tracks of leopard or hyena in the morning. They have all big five visiting on Parsons Nature Reserve.
