Witgatboom Boskamp

Witgatboom Boskamp is located on a private wildlife estate that is free from malaria and is only 11 km outside of Mookgophong in the Waterberg district of Limpopo. This African-style bushcamp is set in a beautiful bushveld environment where animals frequently graze. The camp comprises 7 thatched cabins or chalets and a lapa, comfortably arranged around the giant boma and connected with paved walkways. The camp caters for a maximum of 21 guests and can be booked non-exclusively or exclusively. The sunset viewing deck is a big favourite with guests and is only a mere 500 m from the bush camp. The whole camp's front door is under surveillance cameras.

Area Info

A haven away from the busy city life where you can relax in the tranquil atmosphere of the bush. Our primary objective is conservation through breeding projects and maintaining natural habitats. We are privileged to share this magnificent environment surrounding us with our guests.

Witgatboom Bushcamp is located on a private malaria-free wildlife estate. The reserve boasts a multitude of wildlife including many plains game species and an enviable diversity of birdlife. The reserve is close to the town of Mookgophong (formerly Naboomspruit) in the Waterberg district of Limpopo.

The region borders the Waterberg mountain range and holds some of the most pristine natural African Bushveld. Easily accessible from Gauteng and Polokwane the area has become increasingly popular amongst domestic and international tourists.

The Waterberg protects the only Savannah biosphere in the world. The bushcamp is named after the Smelly Shepherd’s trees (Stinkwitgatboom in Afrikaans) (Boscia foetida subsp. Rehmanniana) which are found naturally on the reserve.

Units and Rooms

2 Sleeper Thatched Chalet

Guests: 2

These chalets are air-conditioned and have a double bed, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, a kitchenette with a fridge-freezer, 2-plate stove, microwave and kettle, as well as a patio with outdoor seating. Each chalet has its own outside braai.

4 Sleeper Thatched Log Cabin

Guests: 4
Max Adults: 2

These comfy open-plan cabins are suitable for 2 adults and 2 kids, and contain a double bed and a bunk bed, a bathroom with a shower, a kitchenette with a fridge-freezer, 2-plate stove, microwave and kettle, a patio and outdoor braai.

5 Sleeper Thatched Chalet

Guests: 5

This air-conditioned chalet has 2 bedrooms, both with twin beds and a lounge area with a single day bed. It has a bathroom with a shower, a kitchenette with a fridge-freezer, 2-plate stove, microwave and kettle, a patio and outdoor braai.