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Lodge Camp Big Cave Campsite

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Located in Zimbabwe :: Matabeleland  :: Bulawayo
Category: Camping :: Lodge Camp

Booking

The campsite of the Big Cave Camp caters for overland truck companies as well as 4X4 enthusiasts.

It is situated just 3km from the main tarred road leading to Matopos and just 2km from the boundary of the Matopo National park.

The campsite is divided into specific sites for the overland trucks, as well as a number of private sites for the 4 x 4 enthusiast.

The campsite has a large ablution block, separated for ladies and gents. Each site has a braai/BBQ area, with firewood, which is included in the rate.

Contact
Address :  2km from Matopo National park, Matopos, Zimbabwe
Contact :  Central Reservations (Big Cave)
Contact 2 :  David Waddy (Marketing)
Tel :  +263(0)292 244 990
Tel2 :  +27(0)21 914 0966
Cell :  +263(0)77 223 1819
Cell2 :  +263(0)77 183 2006
Email :  Click Here
Website :  Click Here
Cellphone Reception :  Good

Directions

Take Robert Mugabe Avenue out of the town of Bulawayo (this road is also known as the Matopo Road). At the 46km you will see the Big Cave sign and gate on the left.

Time Information
Reception Opening and Closing Times :  08:00-20:00

Rates and Payment
Rates Quoted :  Per Person
Base Currency :  USD
Minimum Rate :  30.00
Maximum Rate :  30.00
Updated for :  2024
Comments :  Children under 12yrs pay half price. No credit cards accepted at the camp.
Payment Methods Accepted :  Cash, Credit Card, Debit Card, Foreign Currency
Types of Foreign Currency Accepted :  USD
Fee/s :  Conservation Fees: USD4 (locals); USD12 (SADC visitors); USD15 (Internationals). Vehicle fees: 3-10USD. (Updated Aug -2024).

General Information
Languages spoken :  English
Pre-Booking :  Non-Essential

Facilities
Camping Swimming Pool Internet Wireless Networking Safe Parking Available
Accommodation (Safari Lodge), Restrooms, Supplies Shop (Wine, beer & wood for sale.)

Camping Facilities
Kitchen Laundry Power Points Shaded Sites Hot and Cold Showers Can use Lodge facilities Firewood Available Accept large overland trucks
Number of Sites :    4
Is water available? :    Unknown
Is water drinkable? :    Unknown

Activities
Game Viewing Game Drives Tours and Excursions Guided Walks Mountain Biking Horse Trails Fishing Swimming Boat Trips Bird Watching Photography
Picnics
Game to View :  Zebra. Leopard. Impala. Wildebeest. Kudu.Eland.
More Activities :  Rhino tracking; visits to rock art galleries; Cultural activities. rock climbing; abseiling & zip lining @ Burmar Bridge.
Notes on Activities :  Please note that some activities are available nearby.

Travelling Information

Self Drive Access :  Yes
Vehicle Type :  ALL

Comments [ leave a comment ]

“Well kept campsite. Ablutions are clean, showers are really hot and the camp manager, Brown, takes pride in keeping everything in shape. Popular with overland trucks.” - JP Groenewald, 2023/09/08

“Only 4 campsites are available as well as 5 Ndebele huts. All make use of the one ablution.” - Mietsie Visser, 2015/10/08

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