Welcome to Plains Camp @ Rhino Walking Safaris

Plains Camp, the home of Rhino Walking Safaris

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Plains Camp is an intimate trails camp in the heart of South Africa’s legendary Kruger National Park. We are privileged to exclusively explore a 12 000 hectare private concession on foot in ‘Big 5 territory’ that was not previously open to the public. This unique, exclusive and tranquil setting allows guests the opportunity to observe animal interactions from the comfort of the camp without intruding.

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A natural hidden gem

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Captivated by your surroundings

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Honestly, the best

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Private Decks

Four tented suites each with their own private deck overlooking the Timbetene Plain

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Firepit

Open plan dining and lounge area with a central firepit on a large communal wooden deck

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Refreshing plunge

Cooling plunge pool with loungers overlooking active waterholes

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Let's make a toast

24-hour honesty bar stocked with various refreshments, water, soft drinks, beers etc

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A roof of stars

Dobsonian telescope available for use by all guests wishing to explore the night skies

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Natural canopy of trees

Cluster of Knobthorn trees create the perfect shade and camouflage

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Rhino Walking Safaris at a glance

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Number of Rooms
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4 luxury explorer-style tents
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Configuration
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All twins
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Children
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No children under 12 years
Child-minding is not offered
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Triples
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No
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Minimum Stay
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2 Nights
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Internet Access
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No
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Cellphone Coverage
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No
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Air-conditioning/Overhead ceiling fans
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No air-conditioning but each room has overhead ceiling fans
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Electricity
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No
24 hour lighting available
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Recharge Batteries
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Yes
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Hair Appliances
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No
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Swimming Pool
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Yes
Plunge pool
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Bath
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No
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Shower
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Yes
Indoor
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Mosquito Nets
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Yes
Plains Camp is in a Malaria area
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In-room Combination Safe
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No
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Telephones
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No
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Laundry Service
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Yes
At an additional charge
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Smoking Policy
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No smoking permitted indoors
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Wheelchair Access
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No
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Distance between rooms
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15 meters
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Check-in/Check-out Times
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13h00 & 11h00
Check-in at Rhino Post Safari Lodge
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Credit Card Facilities
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Yes
All accepted. No debit cards
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We invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy nature on its own terms. Enjoy meals and fireside chats with your guide who is hospitable, well-educated and extremely experienced, and takes great pleasure in sharing this special place with you.

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A pool with a view

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Nothing but nature

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Intent on not leaving our mark

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Sleep-Outs

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