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Buffalo Rock Tented Camp

3.0 star property

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

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

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

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About the neighborhood

Mbombela

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp places you 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Numbi Gate. This 12-room, 3-star tentalow has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.
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Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp

At Buffalo Rock Tented Camp, guests have access to an outdoor pool and a water dispenser. There's free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies and wardrobes or closets are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the tentalow include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Main Deck and Boma

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Some LED lighting used

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-5:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp on Aug 12, 2026 start from $365, 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.

What's there to see around Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

This tentalow is located in Mbombela within a short 17-minute walk of Numbi Gate.

Is there parking available at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the tentalow.

Does Buffalo Rock Tented Camp have a casino on the premises?

No, Buffalo Rock Tented Camp doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

No, this tentalow doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

There are many amenities for couples at this tentalow, including a chef service as well as a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this tentalow.

Does Buffalo Rock Tented Camp have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Buffalo Rock Tented Camp serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Main Deck and Boma.

Does Buffalo Rock Tented Camp allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp.

Are there connecting rooms at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

No, this tentalow doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

The closest major airport to Buffalo Rock Tented Camp is Nelspruit (MQP-Kruger Mpumalanga Intl.), which is 26.7 mi away (61 minutes by car). Another top airport is Skukuza (SZK), which is around 27.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp?

Yes, every accommodation at Buffalo Rock Tented Camp comes with a balcony and some offer garden views.

Buffalo Rock Tented Camp Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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