South Africa is home to some of the most diverse and breathtaking national parks in the world, and exploring them by camper van offers the freedom to travel at your own pace. Here’s a two-week ultimate itinerary that combines wildlife, coastlines, and mountains—perfectly suited for self-contained mobile homes.
Day 1–2: Kruger National Park (Mpumalanga/Limpopo)
Start your adventure in the iconic Kruger. Stay at Lower Sabie or Skukuza rest camps with camper van hookups. Go on self-drive game drives for sightings of the Big Five and more.
Day 3–4: Golden Gate Highlands National Park (Free State)
Head south through Mpumalanga into the Free State’s highlands. Marvel at sandstone cliffs and wide-open skies. Glen Reenen campsite is ideal for camper vans, with good facilities and access to hiking trails.
Day 5–6: Camdeboo National Park (Eastern Cape)
Drive into the Karoo heartland to explore Camdeboo near Graaff-Reinet. Visit the Valley of Desolation and enjoy serene, open landscapes. The Lakeview Tented Camp also accommodates camper vans.
Day 7–8: Addo Elephant National Park (Eastern Cape)
Home to over 600 elephants, Addo offers fantastic wildlife viewing with well-maintained roads perfect for camper vans. Book a spot at the main rest camp with full facilities.
Day 9–10: Garden Route National Park (Tsitsikamma Section)
Drive the scenic N2 into the lush Garden Route. Stop at Tsitsikamma where you can walk the suspension bridges, hike coastal trails, and relax in forested campgrounds near Storms River.
Day 11–12: Bontebok National Park (Western Cape)
Near Swellendam, this small park is great for a restful break. It features riverfront campsites with simple amenities, ideal for reconnecting with nature.
Day 13–14: Table Mountain National Park (Cape Town)
End your trip with a stay in or near Cape Town. While Table Mountain itself has limited camper van sites, nearby resorts in Kommetjie or Noordhoek give you access to the park’s walking trails, beaches, and iconic views.
This itinerary covers a rich cross-section of South Africa’s biodiversity and landscapes, all within safe, camper-van-accessible routes.