Comatie River Camp
Comatie River Camp | Rosesands Mountain Lodge

Comatie River Camp
Traditional Off-Grid Camping on the Banks of the Komati River

The Perfect Place for Families & Friends
to Relax, Unplug & Reconnect

Escape the city lights for the stars. Comatie River Camp offers two private, spacious campsites located on the banks of the Komati River, surrounded by large trees and untouched nature. Reached via a rustic 3km gravel farm road and a 300-meter track through the trees, this is not a commercialized campsite: it is a unique, private location designed for families and friends to relax, unplug, and camp the traditional way. Please note that guests must bring their own drinking water, and strictly high-clearance or 4x4 vehicles are required to navigate the road, especially during the rainy season.

Comatie River Camp | Rosesands Mountain Lodge
Comatie River Camp | Rosesands Mountain Lodge
Comatie River Camp | Rosesands Mountain Lodge

Riverside Camp Stands for
Groups & Families

  • Camp Site 1 (Large Group Site): Very big and perfect for big families or friend gatherings. It can comfortably take up to 4 families (4 stands). Guests have the freedom to choose where to park and set up tents, caravans, or trailers, with plenty of space for extra shade gazebos. Features a large rock-ringed firepit for family time around the fire.
  • Camp Site 2 (Small Family Site): A smaller, more private site located closer to the river. Perfect for a smaller family or couple looking for a quiet getaway.

Traditional Amenities for a
True Off-Grid Camping Experience

To preserve the natural beauty and traditional camping experience, there is no electricity at the campsites. Bring your lanterns, candles, and let the moonlight take you back to a simpler way of living.

  • Riverside Braai Area & Fire Pit: Features a large, stone-built fire pit right on the riverbank with a dedicated braai grid stand for cooking over the coals. The braais are cleaned daily.
  • Ablutions: The two sites share one simple, communal bathroom equipped with one toilet, one shower, and a basin. The bathroom is cleaned daily.
  • Hot Water: Like in the old days, guests must make a fire for the "donkey" water heater to warm up the water.
  • Scullery: An outside sink is available next to the bathroom for washing dishes. Please note that the daily servicing does not include washing dishes.
Comatie River Camp | Rosesands Mountain Lodge
Comatie River Camp | Rosesands Mountain Lodge
Comatie River Camp | Rosesands Mountain Lodge

Activities & Nature

  • Fishing & Swimming: The Komati River is known for its yellowfish and crisp, clean water. We have opened up a 1km stretch along the river exclusively for guests to swim and fish.
  • Walking: Families can take a relaxing walk along the riverbanks to enjoy nature.

Facilities Include

  • Hot water (Donkey boiler)
  • Flushing toilet
  • Trash cans
  • Firewood available
    (Must be ordered and paid 1 week before arrival)

Camp Rules

  • Strictly no pets allowed
  • No loud music allowed
  • No firearms allowed
  • No littering

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Comatie River Camp | Rosesands Mountain Lodge
Contact Details
Phone

+27 (0)78 635 5901
+27 (0)82 888 8140

Email

bookings@rosesandslodge.com

Location

Farm Goedgelegen 393JT,
Badplaas/Machadodorp,
Mpumalanga

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