"We were lucky to be upgraded to the guest lodge, with more space and private amenities. On arrival however, we were a little disconcerted as to the aged state of the old farmhouse. Everything was clean and there were plenty of rooms, kitchen utensils etc, but the building needs a lot of TLC - e.g. a..."

"We were lucky to be upgraded to the guest lodge, with more space and private amenities. On arrival however, we were a little disconcerted as to the aged state of the old farmhouse. Everything was clean and there were plenty of rooms, kitchen utensils etc, but the building needs a lot of TLC - e.g. a few leaks in the roof, some tiles missing from the walls, ceilings in disrepair. It needs modernising, and clearing up of personal paraphenalia. We did not mind the rustic feel, however it was not the 'bush getaway' that we expected.

On the positive side, Alois, the camp manager, was a true gem! He was smiling and pleasant throughout, couldn't do enough for us, and really looked after us superbly. The bush walk he took us on was excellent, and he really made the weekend a pleasure."

"Everything was very nice, a little bit of electricity would help."

"We had a lovely stay, thank you for hosting us. A special thank you to Alios, you made us feel super welcome. "

"Griffons Bush Camp was just what we needed. The camp is small and private which means peace and quiet for a tired city dweller. Time seems to stand still at the camp... bird song and beautiful vistas fill your day and by night, stars and stillness. Bathroom on suite and under the blanket of bushveld..."

"Griffons Bush Camp was just what we needed. The camp is small and private which means peace and quiet for a tired city dweller. Time seems to stand still at the camp... bird song and beautiful vistas fill your day and by night, stars and stillness. Bathroom on suite and under the blanket of bushveld sky, solar and gas powered chalets and fully equipped communal kitchen made for a perfectly restful holiday. Thanks to a very welcoming and accommodating caretaker for being so hospitable. We will be back!"

"We enjoyed the peace and quiet and to have various game species wandering around the chalets. It is encouraging to see the great number of Cape Vultures soaring above and around Kranskop. "

"The people that run the place are attentive and considerate. Plenty of good quality firewood was provided as well as drinking water. The King size bed was also very comfortable.

The scenery is incredible, with a view of the highest point in the Waterberg onto the Cape Griffon vulture colony. ..."

"The people that run the place are attentive and considerate. Plenty of good quality firewood was provided as well as drinking water. The King size bed was also very comfortable.

The scenery is incredible, with a view of the highest point in the Waterberg onto the Cape Griffon vulture colony. One of the highlights was a guided bush walk! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and recommend it to those looking for a rustic bush getaway!"

"Griffons is in a beautiful setting - feels like you're in the middle of the bush.

You can make it up there but we'd recommend a 4x4 as our saloon car struggled.

If you are staying there to visit Marakele, be aware its 9.5km of dirt road away from the National Park entrance (meaning it..."

"Griffons is in a beautiful setting - feels like you're in the middle of the bush.

You can make it up there but we'd recommend a 4x4 as our saloon car struggled.

If you are staying there to visit Marakele, be aware its 9.5km of dirt road away from the National Park entrance (meaning it took us 45min each way to get there in the morning in our car - would be shorter in a 4x4). Make sure to book your Marakele Game Drives before you arrive as they book up quick and get confirmation of payment.

Wonderful staff and clean accommodation. Kitchen well equipped and we loved sitting round the fire each night with a braai and looking at the stars :) "

"We enjoyed our 3 night stay at Griffons. Its a beautiful and peaceful spot. The quiet nights under intense starry skies were simply magic. It has the best views of the Cape Vultures- you cant access the cliffs from the Marakele side. It has a communal kitchen so it may be a bit awkward if all four c..."

"We enjoyed our 3 night stay at Griffons. Its a beautiful and peaceful spot. The quiet nights under intense starry skies were simply magic. It has the best views of the Cape Vultures- you cant access the cliffs from the Marakele side. It has a communal kitchen so it may be a bit awkward if all four chalets are booked- we were the only folk in the camp so it was not an issue for us."

"the location of the camp is a little 'off track' , so not that easy to find. Upon arriving you should call a phone number, but there is no signal of the operators in this area .... but then we were welcomed by very friendly staff, who guided us to the camp.
the camp itself was a good experience ;..."

"the location of the camp is a little 'off track' , so not that easy to find. Upon arriving you should call a phone number, but there is no signal of the operators in this area .... but then we were welcomed by very friendly staff, who guided us to the camp.
the camp itself was a good experience ; beds were OK ; central fire place is good to relax. All stuff you need in the central kitchen to prepare your meal are there. We did not do the walking safari as we left next day early."

"What a spot of beauty in nature. Under the mountain. I really enjoyed this.

Unfortunately there is a but. But somewhat neglected camp. Hardly any glasses. Only two unmatched wine glasses and what looks like two sherry glasses. Cheap and blunt cutlery. No electricity to charge a phone. A small..."

"What a spot of beauty in nature. Under the mountain. I really enjoyed this.

Unfortunately there is a but. But somewhat neglected camp. Hardly any glasses. Only two unmatched wine glasses and what looks like two sherry glasses. Cheap and blunt cutlery. No electricity to charge a phone. A small piece of 'blitz' to light a fire. No coffee sachets, salt or other. One would have expected a little more for the price. However, the natural surrounds kind of made up for this neglect. "

"What a beautiful and peaceful place. Stunning mountain views! We both really enjoyed the piece and quiet! Thanks again to Thoma for being such a wonderful and knowledgeable host."

"We had a wonderful 3 night stay at Griffons in December. It is superb for a bush breakaway, especially if you want to avoid crowds. Thoma is an excellent camp manager and together with his sidekick Foxy the meerkat, they ensured that our stay was truly memorable. I will certainly be returning to thi..."

"We had a wonderful 3 night stay at Griffons in December. It is superb for a bush breakaway, especially if you want to avoid crowds. Thoma is an excellent camp manager and together with his sidekick Foxy the meerkat, they ensured that our stay was truly memorable. I will certainly be returning to this wonderful place which teems with birdlife, including the largest Cape Vuture colony in Southern Africa."

"We had an awesome time at Griffons! Primitive with a touch of luxury! Great views, perfect for a relaxing breakaway. We loved every moment, and the management of Griffons just made us feel at home. Thank you for a fantastic time! "

"AMAZING! This was one of the best experiences we had at a Bush camp. Thomas Hoslet was a wonderful host. He met us at the gate, showed us our chalet and during the day he made regular turns to make sure we had everything we need. He has a vast knowledge of animals and we learned a lot. Griffons..."

"AMAZING! This was one of the best experiences we had at a Bush camp. Thomas Hoslet was a wonderful host. He met us at the gate, showed us our chalet and during the day he made regular turns to make sure we had everything we need. He has a vast knowledge of animals and we learned a lot. Griffons Bush Camp is the place to go if you want to be one with nature and want to be treated like royalty!"

"Tremendous weekend. Basic but comfortable accommodation. Great views. Incredibly helpful and knowledgeable game ranger. Easy access to the beautiful Marakele National Park."

"We enjoyed our stay at Griffons Bush Camp. Was a bit uncertain about the outside shower, but enjoyed it at the end. Great views of the mountain. It was amazing to watch the vultures. Staff were friendly. Although we really enjoyed our stay, this lodge is especially suited for groups of people due t..."

"We enjoyed our stay at Griffons Bush Camp. Was a bit uncertain about the outside shower, but enjoyed it at the end. Great views of the mountain. It was amazing to watch the vultures. Staff were friendly. Although we really enjoyed our stay, this lodge is especially suited for groups of people due to the sharing of the kitchen, boma and braai. Great place!"

"Fantastic. Beautiful views and stunning people with a great knowledge of the area and wildlife!"

"Wat ? ervaring vir 2 dames reeds gevorderd in jare. Buite badkamergeriewe, sterre wat nags gepluk kan word so naby voel en lyk dit, geen elektrisiteit net gas en solar, wonderlike stilte met net die natuur se geluide. ? Begeleide stap wat jou insig gee van die omgewing. ? Heerlike oogoopmaker oor Ma..."

"Wat ? ervaring vir 2 dames reeds gevorderd in jare. Buite badkamergeriewe, sterre wat nags gepluk kan word so naby voel en lyk dit, geen elektrisiteit net gas en solar, wonderlike stilte met net die natuur se geluide. ? Begeleide stap wat jou insig gee van die omgewing. ? Heerlike oogoopmaker oor Marakele wildtuin en ? skemeraand wildrit in Griffons. Lekker braai en sit om die vuur. Mense wat soek na rus en naby die natuur wees, kan gerus Griffons sterk oorweeg. Lekker ervaring. Die Bekkerspas bietjie rof. Dit kan voertuie beskadig, maar met ? stadige pas kan dit ook oorwin word. Dankie Rob, Thelma en Alois.

RoomsForAfrica Translated:

What an experience for two well matured ladies. Outside bathroom facilities, stars that look so close that can be pick them from the sky, no electricity just gas and solar, wonderful silence with only sounds of nature. Guided walks that will give you an insight into the environment.
Lovely eye opener over the Marakele National Park and the twilight game drive in Griffons.

Good braai and sitting around the fire.
People who seek peace and to be close to nature, feel free to consider Griffons. Nice experience. The Bekkerspas a bit rough. This can damage vehicles, but with slow pace can be overcome. Thanks Rob, Thelma and Alois.
"

"If you are looking for an "out of Africa experience" then Griffons Bush Camp is the place to go. Situated within the Marakele National Park, it is un-fenced but mostly protected from the big game by the mountains behind it. As avid birders we were delighted to learn about the huge breeding colony ..."

"If you are looking for an "out of Africa experience" then Griffons Bush Camp is the place to go. Situated within the Marakele National Park, it is un-fenced but mostly protected from the big game by the mountains behind it. As avid birders we were delighted to learn about the huge breeding colony of Cape Griffon Vultures nesting high up on the cliffs of those mountains and watched in awe as the birds circled high above us protecting their nesting sites.
The stone and thatch cottages at the camp are comfortable (the king sized bed was a treat and VERY comfortable )!!! The attached bathroom facilities are fun for the outdoor types (reed walled, but open to the sky). The self-catering equipment is adequate for simple braai meals.
We were warmly welcomed by Robert and Thelma, and the camp manager Alois was more than happy to assist with any requests.
Thank you for a very enjoyable stay. "

"Our stay was wonderfully interesting as we decided on this getaway to go with just the basics. It was an amazing stay at the Bush Camp, it was beautifully presented, nice facilities, and an outdoor shower. We had a most enjoyable time on the game drives and the game walk through the bush, we also sa..."

"Our stay was wonderfully interesting as we decided on this getaway to go with just the basics. It was an amazing stay at the Bush Camp, it was beautifully presented, nice facilities, and an outdoor shower. We had a most enjoyable time on the game drives and the game walk through the bush, we also saw lovely bird life as well. We had a fantastic time, what an experience!"

"Griffons camp is a complete find. Basic but all you need and beautiful. So wonderful to get away to a place where you instantly relax. Also it was fantastic. Leave everything to be, a great bush camp."

"Stunning! Stunning! Stunning! A real blessing to have spent 5 days in this blissful tranquil bush camp. Lovely rooms, friendly and most accommodating staff. A very worthwhile getaway destination!"

"This is a lovely place to go to if you feel like taking a break away from everything. Had a good stay and would recommend."

"Ons het n' ongelooflike tyd gehad. Van besige bedorwe stads lewe, na die ongelooflike mooi, stil, rustige bos. Die hele familie het die naweek geniet
Die buitenste ope lug badkamer was vir die dames n' uitdaging maar tog soveel pret.... Foxy en die kinders het sommer dadelik ge"click" en het s..."

"Ons het n' ongelooflike tyd gehad. Van besige bedorwe stads lewe, na die ongelooflike mooi, stil, rustige bos. Die hele familie het die naweek geniet
Die buitenste ope lug badkamer was vir die dames n' uitdaging maar tog soveel pret.... Foxy en die kinders het sommer dadelik ge"click" en het soveel pret gehad. Dankie aan Thoma wat n' fantastiese gasheer was, ons het soveel by hom geleer en het met soveel meer kennis terug huistoe gegaan.
Ons sal beslis weer by die Griffons Bush Camp gaan kuier. Dit bring jou terug aarde toe en n' mens waardeer die lewe net soveer meer.
Dankie


(RoomsForAfrica translated)

We had an amazing time. From our busy spoiled urban life, to the incredibly beautiful, quiet, peaceful forest. The whole family enjoyed the weekend.
The outer open air bathroom for ladies was a challenge but so much fun. Foxy and the children immediately "clicked" and had so much fun. Thanks to Thoma who was a fantastic host, we have learned a great deal from him and went with so much more knowledge back home.
We will definitely return to the Griffons Bush visited Camp. It brings you back to earth and you can appreciate life just so much more.
Thanks
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"Griffons Bush camp is a great get-away. It is a great place to relax and forget the outside world. There is no stress at Griffons."

"Griffon's Lodge is situated below a mountain slope, part of the Waterberge and home to a large breeding colony of Cape vultures. It is a common sight to see the vultures wheeling over the cliff tops as they come in to nest and feed their young.
The Lodge consists of a main unit which is a fully ..."

"Griffon's Lodge is situated below a mountain slope, part of the Waterberge and home to a large breeding colony of Cape vultures. It is a common sight to see the vultures wheeling over the cliff tops as they come in to nest and feed their young.
The Lodge consists of a main unit which is a fully equipped kitchen and verandah. 4 cottages are spread out amongst the trees. Our cottage had an outdoor gas shower and outdoor loo. The water pressure was not strong so showering was a bit of a hit and miss affair, trying to get maximum heat and maximum water was not easy!

Each cottage has its own outdoor fireplace and braai area; however as there were no other guests present, we braai'd at night around the large communal fireplace, near the verandah. Well stocked with dry wood, we built a huge fire and sat in complete privacy and isolation under the stars. The main road (gravel) is not far away and one can hear the (very) occasional vehicle but despite this, it feels superbly peaceful and restful.
The staff come in on a daily basis to clean the rooms and kitchen. This is a real pleasure as it is no holiday to be constantly doing the dishes. The staff are discreet, polite and efficient. The manager and host took us on a game drive around the property - knowledgeable and enthusiastic, he was justifiably proud of the beautiful surroundings. He is also available 24/7 and can be reached on his cellphone. The staff will not bother you if you prefer to be on your own but if you wish to go on a guided walk or drive that is easily arranged.

The Bush Camp is a 15 minute drive from Marakele Game Reserve and is fenced into the reserve. We saw antelope, zebra and baboons and the birdlife is delightful.

We would recommend this destination for people who enjoy the bush and would like tranquillity and privacy. The accommodation is not luxurious but all your needs are met. It is a short drive to the town of Thabazimbi and the Marakele National Park, so in terms of location it is well-situated."

"Griffons Bush Camp is in a beautiful setting and is a great place to relax.
The camp is run by a ranger who is very knowledgable and who went out of his way to make our stay enjoyable.
We saw bush buck, kudu, warthog and impala from our room."

"My wife and I spent 2 nights at Griffons. The atmosphere was very peaceful. The setting is amazing with the bush camp nestled below the impressive cliffs of the Waterberg range. The chalet's are great, especially the outside bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked and having a fridge/freezer on site..."

"My wife and I spent 2 nights at Griffons. The atmosphere was very peaceful. The setting is amazing with the bush camp nestled below the impressive cliffs of the Waterberg range. The chalet's are great, especially the outside bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked and having a fridge/freezer on site was very useful. We had a great big fire and braai each night. Plenty of wood was supplied which made this very enjoyable. The camp manager Thoma is very charming and knowledgeable of the area. We will definitely return for another stay."