Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp

Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp House in South Africa

About this house rental

Located in South Africa, this lovely house for $243 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. Boasting river views, Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp features accommodation with patio, around 36 km from Olifants West Game Reserve. With pool views, this accommodation provides a terrace and a swimming pool.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Family friendly

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Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp

4.1

Excellent(100 Reviews)

House in South Africa

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Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more

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About this house rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of South Africa

Reviews

4.1/5.0

Excellent(100 Reviews)

100% verified reviews

9.0

Nov 2023

Top verblijf, top gastvrouw, top game drive gehad

Agnes (de gastvrouw) is enorm behulpzaam. We konden alles vragen en ze was nooit te beroerd om te helpen met wat dan ook. De locatie is enorm mooi aan het water waar geregeld olifanten voorbij lopen. We begrepen dat de nacht voor ons een groep van 5 leeuwen voorbij liepen (helaas gemist). Verder tweemaal een game drive gehad. Helaas vanwege de warmte weinig te spotten (42 graden) maar de ranger deed enorm z’n best voor ons en wist enorm veel over de omgeving. Dus helaas geen big 5 gespot maar wel twee leuke leerzame game drives

3.0

Aug 2023

As much as we enjoyed the state

Location is absolutely beautiful and the potential for this lodge is fantastic,sadly the maintenance is lacking and is starting to show.

Attention to detail,room had no side lamps, no waste bins in room, no facility to make tea,no small fridge,tatty curtains and very dusty !

9.0

Aug 2023

Extraordinary setting with beautiful nature surroundings.

Location, surroundings, bush, naturs

No signal and at the time the wifi was stolen by monkeys 🙃

10.0

Aug 2023

Exceptional

The location was perfect and wild. Spectacular view of the river. So full of wildlife. Agnes and here crew was a great host.

10.0

Aug 2023

We are definitely returning here.

We enjoyed several sightings from the deck of the room.

8.0

Jul 2023

A wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature

Agnes is a wonderful host and very helpful and friendly staff. It felt like home away from home.

6.0

Jun 2023

Wonderful location but financial transparency could be improved

The location is stunning.

There were unexplained charges and when I requested an explanation and breakdown/tax invoice, this was refused. (I fully expect an abusive reply from the owner as every criticism seems to result in this.)

10.0

Jun 2023

Exceptional

Greetings by Agnes, Scarlett and two elephants passing by the river. Great meals. What a heavenly place!

10.0

Apr 2023

Absolute gem in Greater Kruger

What an absolute gem in Greater Kruger. Thoroughly enjoyed the piece and quiet. Agnes was super welcoming and made sure I had the best stay. I will definitely be back!

10.0

Apr 2023

Exceptional

Very Comfortable and its like home from home with excellent service and stunning location on the river....

There was nothing not to like...

10.0

Mar 2023

Good value. Excellent venue

Everything

10.0

Mar 2023

I loved it, I will be back for a longer stay

the elephants, views and hospitality

n/a

6.0

Jan 2023

Pleasant

The bushcamp feel that the place has.

The aircon in the unit wasn't very effective. I didn't feel safe that they couldn't give me a key to lock my chalet door at night.. I think they definately should have stated on the website that the treacherous roads need a 4x4 vehicle. But most of all I felt deceived that they didn't state clearly on the website that there would be 2 extra charges: a gate fee of R300 that MUST be paid in CASH. And then at the camp they charged me an extra R264 that they claimed I still owed. I have no idea why. I feel treated unfairly and I don't think I'll be returning.

8.0

Dec 2022

We really enjoyed the place everything was in order the breakfast was also good

I like everything about the Rio dos Elephant.rooms were clean we really enjoyed the breakfast

Nothin everything was good

9.0

Oct 2022

best place for safari-minded people! on the river across there is so much game, we heard lions and hippos at night and s

the host Agnes and personnel are so lovely, caring and fun people. they know a lot about the animals around the place and are telling you all about it! very welcome and warm people, instant living room vibes. The food is very nice!

8.0

Oct 2022

Very enjoyable and friendly host.

Good balanced breakfast.Beautiful place on the banks of the river .

Swimming pools was covered with leaves but mainly because of wind blowing nice place will go again.

10.0

Sep 2022

Very nice and relaxing place, the service was excellent, we were treated like we were the only guest

Exceptional

N/a

10.0

Sep 2022

Heartwarming stay! 😊

Agnes provided a cozy yet full of fun and energy atmosphere during our stay and made us feel like we were visiting family. The rooms are spacious, food is delicious and you can spot animals at the river or go for a game drive during the day. In the evening, we sat together at the bonfire, enjoyed a bottle of wine and had dinner together. Would fully recommend! lots of love anne & felix

6.0

Aug 2022

nice place could become much better

the location next to the river and the size of room and restaurant

the quality and variety of breakfast and the lack of animals at the game drive, although priced the same with other big five game reserves.

7.0

Jul 2022

Good

That booking.com debitted R1605 instead of the R1380 that was on their website. How do you reach time to sort this out???

9.0

Jun 2022

Amazing river accommodation and staff!

The staff and owner were very helpful and great company. The food was generous and tasty. The game walk and game drives were very productive and informative. It's a must do! Saw lions and wild dogs while I was there as well as good sightings of plains game. Bird life is really good as well... Especially around camp. Special mentions to Drikus & Agnes. Great game drives and many thanks for showing me around Parsons. Thanks for being such a great hosts.

Nothing really

10.0

May 2022

Exceptional location in the South African bush

Agnes has been an exceptional host for us! We spent three nights and enjoyed every second of it. Our highlights were the delicious homemade meals, the sight of hippos in the river, the game drive, the bushwalk and the pleasant company of our hosts.

8.0

Feb 2022

We will visit again

The breakfast was good. We enjoyed it. Your place is besutifull. We love nature. Love the big tree's

We would love to have a fridge in the chalet and also n ceiling fan above the bed.

10.0

Feb 2022

Exceptional

Excellent accommodation and facilities. Guides were very professional

Nothing

4.0

Jan 2022

Very disappointed considering the cost

Nice location

Self catering facilities are poor or non-existent

9.0

Jan 2022

Superb

Friendly & welcoming staff with good knowledge of the surrounding areas & wildlife. Spacious & clean cottage with comfy beds & well equipped kitchen. Braai facilities & swimming pool. We've enjoyed the fresh home made breakfast.

We liked it all!

2.0

Dec 2021

Very poor

To ride see animals and surrounded by nature. Water, trees and wild animals.

Not much activities

9.0

Dec 2021

Fantastic start to a memorable holiday!

Friendly staff, helpful and accommodating. Beautiful location.

We were not made aware of conservation fees and car entry fee. However, we had no objection to paying it, but would have been good if we had been given the heads up.

2.0

Dec 2021

Not really a lodge

This property appears to be in a nice setting and could be good but it is not really run as a lodge. The buildings look reasonable but I stayed in the self catering cottage and found that the kitchen has been removed, so it is not self catering. Also it leaked when it rained, and I mean flooded, as did the main building and there are no keys provided. WIFI and phone reception is very poor when it works. It is a long drive in and the roads in Parsons are very rough so a 4x4 is definitely recommended.

The main thing for me was that the property is essentially used by the owners family and friends rather than for guests. There was always someone at the pool and for the 3 nights I stayed they were using the lapa and brai, unusual as the owner has a house with pool and deck next door. You are not prevented from using the facilities but you will need to work in with the owners and friends. Some may find this appealing but I felt uncomfortable and like I was intruding into someones home. The owner is quite terse and ironically not a lover of animals. She hates the elephants because they damage her trees, shoots baboons because they are annoying and her dog attacked a warthog piglet. For me this place was a weird and uncomfortable experience.

8.0

Nov 2021

We were comfortable

Breakfast good. Supper was expensive for what we were served

The camp was booked out by a noisy family and we could not enjoy the view or sightings from the "lapa"

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in South Africa?

The average price for a rental in South Africa is $76 per night. This rental is $167 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp. Enjoy the water!

Is Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of South Africa

Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp

House in South Africa

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of South Africa

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in South Africa?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Rio Dos Elefantes River Camp?

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