Tsitsikamma National Park
Nature's Valley Restcamp
The Nature's Valley Rest Camp is situated in the De Vasselot section of the Tsitsikamma National Park, on the banks of the Groot River
The Nature's Valley is about 30 km from the town of Plettenberg Bay and about 40 km from Storms River Rest Camp.
Nature's Valley is a bird watchers' and hikers' paradise. There are numerous day trails to choose from such as the Salt River Mouth Trail, The Kalander Trail, and the Groot River Trail. A map, which also serves as permit, is available at Nature's Valley Rest Camp Reception and the shop in the Nature's Valley Village.
Canoeing from the rest camp to the Groot river mouth is absolutely the best way to unwind. Canoes are available for hire from Nature's Valley Rest Camp. Guests may also enjoy swimming, sailing, dinghy and board sailing on the Groot River estuary. For those who want to relax, there are the unspoiled sands and surf of Nature's Valley Beach.
Accommodation
Nature's Valley Restcamp
Forest huts - 2 bed
- Communal ablution facilities
- Fitted with a standard three point 220v electric plug
- 2 coin-operated washing machines and tumble driers available in main ablution facility
Camping
- A maximum of six persons, one caravan with a side tent and one vehicle, or one tent and one vehicle, or one auto villa or one motorised caravan will be permitted per site
- Sites have not been electrified at this stage.
Facilities
- A shop and restaurant/pub is located in the village where basic commodities may be purchased
- Fuel is available at The Crags
Extra Information
Day visitors
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Day visitors are welcome subject to the payment of a nominal daily conservation fee.
Climate
- Temperate coastal climate
- Annual rainfall of 1 200 mm
- Wettest months are May and October
- Driest months are June and July
Office and Gate hours
| Gate Times | Open | Close |
| Gate Hours | 07:00 | 19:00 |
Office Hours
The office is open from 07h30 to 18h00
Check in / out
Check Out Time: 09h00
Check In Time: 12h00
Handy Hints
- Remember to bring a camera, binoculars, bird and wildlife reference books
- Hat and sunscreen lotion
- Medicines such as anti-histamine and lotion for insect stings and bites
- Cool clothing for summer and warm for winter - the region is subject to sudden changes in weather
