Storms River Restcamp: Our full report

The Tsitsikamma Coastal National Park is best known for its walking trails through the forests and dramatic coastal scenery which is part of Africa's oldest and largest marine reserve.

Below the forests, on a rocky promontory, the simple Storms River Restcamp defies the crashing waves below. This is an amazing location, and its inexpensive chalets and bungalows make the perfect base for taking yourself on a series of stunning walks around this coastal national park. The site also has scuba refill facilities available for the more adventurous of you who are looking to explore beneath the waves of this spectacular coastline.

Storms River Rest Camp is large, but not overwhelming, with the accommodation very varied, from basic camping, right through to the more luxurious honeymoon cottages. All the accommodation is serviced daily and there is full linen, with bedding and towels, provided.

The Forest Huts offer a communal experience, with shared facilities such as the kitchen, making it a fun, social experience. However, the majority of the accommodation doesn't have self-catering facilities, with a choice from twin-bed Dolphin Cabins, through to the four-bed Oceanettes. Some of the chalets have impressive sea views.

Storms River Rest Camp has many facilities that some of the regions other rest camps do not. It has a restaurant which varies from a la carte to light snacks and refreshments. There is also a laundry room and a shop where souvenirs and basic commodities can be purchased.

Tsitsikamma Coastal National Park is organised for adventurous people, to hike and explore by themselves. A wander through the forests will reveal waterfalls, ravines and beautiful flora – whilst many of the walks follow spectacular sections of the coastal footpath.

Viewing marine fauna is one of Storm River's main attractions; from the camp you can look out over the Cape's impressive coastline with dolphins and whales regular visitors to the waters.

Geographics

Location: Garden Route, South Africa

Food & drink

Usual board basis: Room Only

Dining style: Individual Tables

Dining locations: Indoor Dining

Special interests

Family holidays: At Storms River Restcamp there are 15 family cottages, 2 large oceanettes and also 1 guest cottage, which can sleep up to 8 people. There is a restaurant at the rest camp, and plenty of family fun exploring the coast or discovering the forest trails in the surrounding Tsitsikamma Coastal National Park.

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Honeymoons: Storms River Mouth Restcamp is a great place for honeymoon couples to escape together to explore the beautiful scenery of the cape's arresting coastline and the lush mountain vegetation. With the honeymoon cottages coming complete with double beds, they are an idyllic place to be alone amongst some of South Africa's most impressive scenery.

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Children

Attitude towards children: Children are very welcome

Generally recommended for children: Yes

Central communications

Power supply: Mains Electricity

Health & safety

Malarial area: No

Dangerous animals: Low Risk

Extras

Disabled access: On Request

Laundry facilities: There are laundry facilities, but flat irons are not supplied