Relax and unwind at this tranquil campsite, just a few hours from Cape Town, but just far enough to feel like an escape from the Urban Jungle.
I Love Camping SA Rating : ★★★★★
We spent the Human Rights Day long weekend at Marcuskraal 4x4 and Camp Site which is situated 20km from Citrusdal just off the N7 and is approximately 2 hours' drive from Cape Town. The farm's location makes it ideal for visitors from Cape Town who want to escape the city, but do not want to spend most of their weekend traveling to their destination.
When I visit or see a campsite that is at attached to a 4x4 route, I expect the worst and hope for the best. The campsite is an absolute gem of a site, I cannot believe that it isn’t more popular in the camping community.
The plots are all very well grassed and with adequate shade on each plot. The sites all have electricity and water points on them with mobile braais scattered around the campsite.
The star of the show is the ablutions though, they are simply amazing and by far the best we have ever experienced in the Western Cape. There are 2 ablution blocks, one close to the upper campsites and another near the main entertainment centre.
The pool is nice and big, perfect to cool down in on the hot summers days, luckily the weekend was bearable however this area can get extremely hot over the summer months so bring your own shade along.
The campsite does sell wood as well as well as ice on an honesty box system. There are chalets available for rent as well, some of them even come with a jacuzzi.
There is a function venue on site to cater for large groups or to house a conference etc. The owners can also arrange catering and bar facilities for larger groups if you like.
All in all we have had an amazing camp here at Marcuskraal and I can promise it won’t be the last time we camp here, it’s simply amazing.
The campsite is not Pet Friendly, however the farmer does have is own dogs who frequent the campsite, they currently have 3 ridgebacks and the most adorable corgi who loves nothing more than coming around camp for scratches.
The campsite is well situated for day trips into the Cederberg or the surrounding West Coast towns like Lamberts Bay etc. If you in the mood for adventure, take the road less travel and wonder down some of the many interleading gravel roads in the surrounding area.
Overall cellphone signal on the campsite is a bit erratic, however the campsite does have WIFI across most parts of the campaign.
Contact Details
082 5511 668
info@marcuskraal.co.za
www.marcuskraal.co.za
