Pretoriuskop Rest Camp

While I was in the Lowveld as a student, I fell in love with the area and I decided to bring my girlfriend to visit me for a weekend. We decided to book into Pretoriuskop Rest Camp which is situated inside the Kruger National Park. It was a short travel from White River to the Numbi Gate Entrance of the Kruger National Park. From the Numbi Gate is was also a short distance to get to Pretoriuskop Rest Camp. The reception at Pretoriuskop is very professional and seamless. We got to our Chalet and it was clean and spotless. We had a good parking space for our car. We carried our baggage and settled in. That evening we had a meal in the restaurant and it was relaxing and delicious. The camp is quiet and one falls asleep with the sound of wildlife. The next day we took an early morning trip and saw a lot of animals, elephants, zebras, wild dogs, buffalo and giraffes. Later in the afternoon when we returned we went to the swimming pool and it was most refreshing and an impressive view. Pretoriuskop I will recommend to anyone.

Family orientated, neat, clean and most affordable rest camp with all types from camping to family self catering accommodation. However, location is not great as it is not central in the park and travel time and game viewing can be challenging. Staff average friendly but their store has everything from food braai supplies to alcoholic drinks so you can rest assur to camp and chill with ample supplies here. Note this is not a luxurious camp. Else goto Skakuza. Note no wifi here.

The rooms were comfortable and clean. We found the swimming pool too late on our last day, but it looked like the perfect place to relax after a day on safari.

The most underrated camp in Kruger National Park. Best restaurant & accommodation. Food was exceptional! We stayed in a bungalow - clean, spacious with everything you need. Very friendly and helpfull staff.

What was a beautiful camp, has unfortunately not been maintained well and construction hasn't been completed for years. The garden is not well kept, as per photo. The camping area is quite nice. And the shop is in good condition.

My first Kruger accommodation experience and I was very pleasantly surprised. Such a beautiful environment, clean and maintained. Braai outside our chalet at night was just sublime, Curio shop is stocked with EVERYTHING you need, and well priced. Advised to book your cutlery pack in advance as they run out quickly when it's busy. Wimpy was not your normal Wimpy experience... we had one of the most tasty and satisfying dinner meals there, and the daily breakfast coffee stop with the lovely, fun team was very special. Thank you for making our stay so memorable, we will be back.

We were a group of 8 and stayed here for 2 nights over the weekend. Sharing some feedback for upcoming travelers: Cleanliness & Maintenance – The camp is very neat, clean, and well maintained. Toilets, showers, and room cleaning are all excellent. Common Kitchen – The communal kitchen is very basic. It only has a wash basin, a small electric stove, and a microwave. It is just for reheating and not for a full cooking. There are no pots, pans, utensils, or dishwashing liquid. Bring your own basic cooking gear if you plan to prepare meals. Shop – The shop is well-stocked with almost everything you may need. It’s open from 7:00 AM until the evening, which is very convenient. Animal Viewing – This part of Kruger is quite dry, so sightings are limited. We mostly saw elephants and a few hyenas. For better game viewing, it’s advisable to stay closer to Lower Sabie or Crocodile Bridge. If you can’t get accommodation there, Pretoriuskop is a backup option. Cellphone Signal – Coverage in and around the camp is very limited. Voice calls are fine, but video calls, downloads, and browsing are difficult. Maps & Navigation – Google Maps doesn’t work reliably inside Kruger. Be sure to download offline maps before your trip. The map provided at the gate is not very helpful (too much advertising, too little detail). Take a photo of a proper Kruger map at camp or online before you go. Night Drive – Honestly, it was very disappointing. We didn’t see any animals, there were lots of insects flying into our eyes, and the guide lacked energy and enthusiasm. Not worth the money. Many travellers have same opinion. Rock Pool – A hidden gem! There’s a beautiful rock pool behind the camp, open until 8:00 PM. Highly recommended. Best Game Viewing Route – If you’re staying at Pretoriuskop but want to see more wildlife, drive towards Skukuza and then take the H6-1 and H1-2 roads towards Lower Sabie (along the Sabie River). From Lower Sabie, continue towards Crocodile Bridge for excellent sightings. View Point- on the road to Skukuza, there is a view point at the top of the hill- Mathekenyane view point. Just 1 km from main road- Very nice experience. we get a good 360 view of greater Kruger and mother africa. Please do not miss this. Gate Closing Time – Officially, the gate closes at 6:00 PM. However, the staff are accommodating if you are a little late (within about 40 minutes). Tip: Stay here if other camps are full, but plan your drives towards Lower Sabie or Crocodile Bridge for the best wildlife experience. We had a pleasant stay overall and made some wonderful memories. Wishing all future travellers a great trip to Kruger! 🐘🦓🦒

Great value for money, badic accommodation as can be expected in SANPARKS camps. Convenience store was well stocked. We used the Wimpy and service and food was good.