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Hippo River View Cottage
Max 8 Guests
1 King, 1 King, 1 Double, 1 Double
from R12,908
/ for 2 guests
WiFI
Braai / Barbeque
Bath
Private Plunge Pool
Cleaning ServicesCroc River View cottage
Max 6 Guests
1 Double, 1 Double, 1 Double
from R12,908
/ for 2 guests
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Reviews
M. Boswell
Stayed at: Parsons River Camp
A hidden gem in the Kruger!
Superb location, wonderful food and great animal sightings, the staff very friendly. The place is excellent for families and friends, with lots of space to move around, private pool and firepit. Really a gem in the Greater Kruger!
M. Van Der Merwe
Stayed at: Parsons River Camp
highly recommend!
We really enjoyed our weekend stay. Saw hippos, crocodiles, elephants and buck, all from the comfort of the deck with its beautiful view of the river. The accommodation was clean and Robert and his staff were very helpful and friendly. We can recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy a true African bush experience.
M. Boswell
Stayed at: Parsons River Camp
A hidden gem in the Kruger!
Superb location, wonderful food and great animal sightings, the staff very friendly. The place is excellent for families and friends, with lots of space to move around, private pool and firepit. Really a gem in the Greater Kruger!
M. Van Der Merwe
Stayed at: Parsons River Camp
highly recommend!
We really enjoyed our weekend stay. Saw hippos, crocodiles, elephants and buck, all from the comfort of the deck with its beautiful view of the river. The accommodation was clean and Robert and his staff were very helpful and friendly. We can recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy a true African bush experience.
Accommodation Description
Parsons River Camp offers an intimate safari experience with just two cottages situated along the Greater Kruger’s Olifants River. Located within a private reserve, this tranquil retreat provides guests with a front-row seat to the African wilderness. Whether you're watching wildlife gather by the river from your private deck or listening to the bush at night, the camp promises an unforgettable escape into nature.
The camp’s two beautifully appointed river cottages are designed for comfort and relaxation, blending seamlessly with their natural surroundings. Each cottage features spacious interiors, en-suite bathrooms, and private decks overlooking the river. The limited number of cottages ensures an exclusive and personalised stay, perfect for couples or small groups seeking a serene safari getaway.
Setting Description
Located along the banks of the Olifants River in the heart of Balule Nature Reserve, Parsons River Camp offers breathtaking views and an immersive connection to nature. The camp's unfenced layout allows for free-roaming wildlife sightings right from your doorstep, creating a truly authentic bush experience.
Guests at Parsons River Camp can enjoy a variety of activities that highlight the unique beauty of the Greater Kruger area. Embark on guided game drives to witness the Big Five and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Explore the reserve on a guided bush walk, learning about the smaller wonders of the ecosystem. For moments of relaxation, simply sit by the river and watch as animals come to drink.
See also: Parsons Hilltop Parsons House
Activities
Kruger Park Excursions
Panorama Route Tour
Walking Trails
Horse Safaris
Guided Game Drives
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.
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.
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 3-hour 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.
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.
