Beaverlac

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Beaverlac campsite is where black eagles soar, hike the paths of the leopard, climb the rocks where baboons play and spend some time at a rock pool each day. Tucked high up in the Olifants River Mountains above Porterville in the Western Cape in South Africa, Beaverlac offers camping and cabins to maximise your enjoyment of nature. Situated in a secluded 5000 hectare valley surrounded by mountains, Beaverlac is blessed with two rivers, the Ratel (Honey Badger) and the Olifants. Enjoy the full experience of nature with our fast expanded campsite.

We offer great views, unlimited exploring and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. A wide variety of hiking and mountain bike trails and rock pools are available for visitors. The rivers have channeled their way through rock formations into deep pools and waterfalls. There are several caves on the farm, some of which are decorated with paintings. All rock art is protected by the National Monuments Act and the best means of preservation is restricted access. The rustic and tranquil campsite surrounded by wild mountains offers meditative peace and quiet and is a balm for the soul. A spectacular mountain pool with waterfall is within a 5 minute walk. Those who don't want to camp can book one of our cabins.

Campsite Rates From

Rates From
R80 per night
Campsite Rates per
Person

Overview

Type of Accommodation
Campsite & Self Catering
Pets
Campsite is Pet Friendly
Persons Per Stand
4
Number of Camp Sites
20
Shadow
Yes
Ground cover
Grass
Accessibility
Gravel road
Cellphone Reception
Yes

Facilities and Activities

More Activities
  • Swimming in the rock pools
Facilities
Communal ablution facilities, Bring your own braai, Shop

Your Questions & Answer

What is your pet policy?

Keep your dog(s) under control and ensure that your dog(s) do not pose a threat or become a nuisance to other campers. This includes barking. Dogs on heat are not allowed at Beaverlac. Dogs are not allowed to swim in the rock pools. There is an extra cost payable for pets.

What is your policy regarding music/noise?

NO MUSIC and NO MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AT ALL and no TV, MONITOR OR MOVIE SCREENS inside the campsite. NO LOUDNESS INSIDE THE CAMPING AREA. Please be QUIET from 10PM in the evenings and from 11PM till sunrise ABSOLUTE SILENCE, please!

Do you have card faccilities?

Bring enough cash along. Payment is in cash only. We do not have card facilities.

Do you have electricity?

No electricity available at the campsites but we do have a freezer and power point at the shop for use by campers.

Do I need a 4x4 to visit Beaverlac?

Small cars do make it in and out of Beaverlac provided the car is not heavily loaded. You use the farm road down to Beaverlac at your own risk.

What does the Butcherbird unit offer?

Overnight hut on the Ratel river, 6km from the campsite. Bring everything!! You need to carry everything over the river. Only 4 single beds, table and chairs in hut.

What does the Camelot unit offer?

Wooden hut and has the best view in the campsite. Hot shower, no toilet or basin. Basic crockery, cutlery and pots. Electricity, fridge and 2 plate stove. Sleeps 2.

What does M&J unit offer?

Wooden hut - 2 rooms. Electricity and fridge. Basic crockery, cutlery and pots and 2 plate stove. 1 x double bed & 2 x single bunk beds. No toilet. Sleeps 6.

What does Moonrise unit offer?

Small wooden hut with double bed Basic crockery, cutlery, pots and 2 plate stove. Electricity and fridge. No toilet. Sleeps 2.

What does Patat unit offer?

Semi-detached stone cottage in the orchard (with Sunrise). Each cottage has own bathroom with hot water shower, toilet and basin. Fridge and stove. Fire place inside. Basic crockery, cutlery and pots. Great views. Sleeps 2.

What does the Pixie Hut offer?

Wooden hut with double bed. Electricity and fridge. Basic crockery, cutlery, pots and 2 plate stove. No basin, bathroom or toilet in the hut. Sleeps 2.

What does Skilpad unit offer?

Small wooden hut. 3/4 bed - cottage is only for one person. Basic crockery, cutlery and pots. Electricity, fridge and 2 plate stove. No toilet.

What does Southfork unit offer?

Wooden hut with double bed. Electricity and fridge. On the edge of campsite. Basic crockery, cutlery, pots and 2 plate stove. No basin, bathroom or toilet in the hut. Sleeps 2.

What does Sunrise unit offer?

Wooden hut - 2 rooms. Electricity and fridge. Basic crockery, cutlery, pots and 2 plate stove. No toilet. Sleeps 6.

Semi-detached stone cottage

Semi-detached stone cottage in the orchard (with Moonrise). Each cottage has own bathroom with hot water shower, toilet and basin. Fridge and stove. Fire place inside. Basic crockery, cutlery and pots. Great views. Sleeps 2.

Directions to Beaverlac?

Take the N7 towards Malmesbury. Turn right at the Piketberg / Porterville intersection (R44). Turn left at the T-junction (towards Eendekuil). After about 2.5 km you will turn right onto the Dasklip / Cardouw road. From here it is dirt road. Turn right onto the Dasklip Pas. At the top of the mountain you turn left at the Grootfontein Farm / Beaverlac sign.

Town, Road or River close to Campsite

Town nearby
Porterville 25km
Road nearby
R365
River nearby
Ratel River, Olifants River

Location

Campsite Contact

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  • Antony Eva

    We enjoyed a wonderful weekend at Beaverlac 1st to 3rd Nov 2024. Ablutions were clean with hot water. Campsite was nice with ample shade. Lovely walks to the waterfalls and surrounds. Pay the R10 garbage removal fee as it’s the right thing to do. Couldn’t get internet reception but it was not essential to our experience. Will go again.

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