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Buffalo Rock Tented Camp

Property class: 3
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Mbombela tentalow

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A bar area with a water dispenser, glasses, and bottles of wine.
A tented accommodation with a bed, a table, and a chair.
A wooden deck with a swimming pool, surrounded by trees and a fenced area with outdoor seating.
A tented accommodation with a wooden deck, a bed with mosquito netting, and a view of the surrounding trees.
A rustic wooden cabin with a thatched roof, surrounded by dense foliage.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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139 Numbi Road, Numbi Gate, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, 1350
  • Place, Numbi Gate
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant Whispers
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Phabeni Gate
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and two pillows.

Basic Tent

  • Garden view
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Mbombela

In Mbombela .Stay at this Mbombela tentalow and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Numbi Gate and 12 miles (20 km) of Hazyview Juction Mall. Perry's Bridge Reptile Park is within 12 miles (20 km) and Phabeni Gate is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Numbi Gate - 9 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Perry's Bridge Reptile Park - 44 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Elephant Whispers - 45 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Phabeni Gate - 49 min drive - 20.0 miles
  • Hazyview Elephant Sanctuary - 55 min drive - 19.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sausage Tree Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Milano - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Mbombela tentalow
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffalo Rock Tented Camp also features an outdoor pool and a water dispenser. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Mbombela tentalow.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2015
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Buffalo Rock Tented Camp offers 12 accommodations. Rooms open to balconies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 155 for adults and ZAR 70.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located within a national park, and access is restricted to official gate operating hours. Guests who arrive after the gates have closed will not be able to enter the park or reach the lodge, so it is essential to contact the property after booking and again before arrival to confirm gate times. Guests who intend to participate in scheduled afternoon game drives must confirm the latest arrival time allowed with the property.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 155 for adults and ZAR 70.50 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp Mbombela
Buffalo Rock Tented Camp Safari/Tentalow
Buffalo Rock Tented Camp Safari/Tentalow Mbombela

Frequently asked questions

How close is Buffalo Rock Tented Camp to the airport?

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp is 26.7 mi (61-min drive) away from the Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

As of Oct 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp on Oct 17, 2026 start from $357, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Buffalo Rock Tented Camp have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp.

Does Buffalo Rock Tented Camp offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 155 for adults and ZAR 70.50 for children. It's available every day from 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

No, there is no casino at this tentalow.

What time is check-in at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

This tentalow offers free self parking.

Does Buffalo Rock Tented Camp have a pool?

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp features an outdoor pool.

Does Buffalo Rock Tented Camp have a restaurant?

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp is home to Main Deck and Boma, which features local cuisine.

Does Buffalo Rock Tented Camp have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this tentalow.

How close is Buffalo Rock Tented Camp to downtown Mbombela?

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp is 26.7 mi away from Mbombela.

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This tented camp was wonderful. The staff and chef marvelous. So book here for Krugers! Then Heinrich Nieuwoudt from Echo Africa could not have been more helpful to shuttle us from Hoedspruit to Buffalo Rock! Thanks to you all
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023