19/10/2024
Oriole, private campsite. Set on the eastern edge of the Knysna forest and surrounded on three sides by SANPARKS. 4.5km off the N2. 20 min/21km drive to Plettenberg Bay and 25min/23km to Knysna.
Mountain biking routes, hiking and trail running options on the doorstep. Fantastic paddling options – Knysna lagoon, Keurbooms lagoon and river or a 45min/42km drive to Buffels Bay for awesome Surf ski paddle, sup and surfing waves.
The indigenous forest surrounding the site abounds with a huge variety of birds. Bushbuck, duiker, suni antelope, caracal, bush pig, badger, genet, water mongoose and cape leopard. The occasional troop of wild Chacma baboons and vervet monkeys passes through. Hence, no pets are allowed, unfortunately.
The camp site sleeps max 4-6 pax – 2 x under roof tent decks and an area for a roof-top tent/vehicle setup. Hot water shower/toilet/bidet/basin and outside kitchen sink.
There is cell phone reception but no wifi or electricity. There are rechargeable lights in the ablution. No loud music. Listening to the sounds of the forest might be all you need…
Cost: R500.00 per night for 2 pax. R180.00pp extra after that. If you are a Nature lover, outdoor adventurer, bird watcher – this is the place for you.
Other: Our own pure forest honey – R120.00 per 350ml
Braai wood – R35.00 for a large [Streepsak] bag
Bookings/enquiries – 0826583078 [Uge]
