Frequently Asked Questions

General

Absolutely Wild is situated on Route 62 near Barrydale in the Klein Karoo, surrounded by beautiful mountain views and wildlife. We are easily accessible, with only a short gravel road leading to the entrance.

Check-in: From 14:00
Check-out: Before 11:00

Guests are welcome to enjoy our facilities before check-in or after check-out while waiting for their accommodation.

Cellphone reception can be limited due to our remote location. Wi-Fi is available in selected areas of the resort.

Accommodation

We offer:

  • Standard Campsites
  • Luxury Campsites with private ablutions
  • Luxury Glamping Tents
  • Self-catering Cottages

Glamping Tents: Yes, bedding and bath towels are provided.
Cottages: Yes, bedding and bath towels are provided.
Camping: Guests need to bring their own camping equipment, bedding and towels.

Please note: All guests are required to bring their own swimming towels, as the towels provided in our Glamping Tents and Cottages are for bathroom use only.

Unfortunately, we do not allow pets.

Booking & Payments

A 50% deposit is required within 48 hours of making your booking to secure your reservation.

The remaining balance is payable on arrival.

We accept EFT payments and card payments.

Yes! We offer special pensioner rates during selected periods outside of peak seasons. Please contact us for current specials.

Facilities

We have both:

  • Standard campsites with electricity
  • Standard campsites without electricity

Luxury Campsites all include electricity supplied via a solar system.

Yes. Every Luxury Campsite has its own private bathroom and kitchenette.

Yes! Absolutely Wild is a completely off-grid resort, allowing you to truly disconnect and experience nature while enjoying modern comforts. We operate using:

  • ☀️ 100% Solar Power
  • 💧 Borehole Water

As we rely entirely on solar energy, we kindly ask guests to use electricity responsibly to help us preserve this sustainable way of living.

Please note: Our borehole water is not suitable for drinking. It is perfectly suitable for showering, washing dishes, flushing toilets and other general household use. We recommend that guests bring their own drinking water or purchase bottled water from our on-site shop.

By staying with us, you’re not only escaping to nature—you’re also supporting eco-friendly, sustainable tourism.

Yes! Our shop stocks:

  • Ice
  • Firewood
  • Cold drinks
  • Chips
  • Sweets
  • Basic camping essentials

Yes! We have a restaurant and bar serving delicious meals, pizzas and refreshments. Restaurant operating hours may vary depending on guest numbers.

Activities

Yes, you can walk. The luxury tents and cottages are a few hundred metres away, while the camping spots are built all around the entertainment area.

Guests can enjoy:

  • Water slides
  • Swimming pools
  • Heated indoor pool
  • Putt-putt
  • Children's play area
  • Game drives
  • Buffalo feeding
  • Quad bike routes
  • Bottle-feeding lambs (seasonal)
  • Hiking and relaxing in nature

Yes! Day visitors are welcome. The day visitor fee is R150 per person. Braai facilities can be arranged.

Please note:

  • No alcohol may be brought onto the property.
  • No glass bottles or containers are permitted.

Yes! All overnight guests enjoy complimentary access to our resort facilities during their stay. Your accommodation rate includes access to:

  • 💦 Water slides
  • 🏊 Outdoor swimming pools
  • 🌊 Heated indoor swimming pool
  • 🛝 Children's play park
  • ⛳ Putt-putt course
  • 🦬 Buffalo feeding viewing
  • 🐑 Bottle-feeding lambs (seasonal)
  • 🚶 Walking trails and open farm areas to explore

There are no additional charges to use these facilities while staying at Absolutely Wild.

Please note that buffalo viewing is free, but guests who would like to participate in our special buffalo feeding experience can book this activity at an additional cost. Other optional activities, such as game drives and hunting experiences, are also available at an additional charge.

Families

Absolutely! We are a family-friendly destination with plenty of space for children to explore and enjoy nature safely.

Yes. The water slides are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00.

Rules

No. Outside alcohol is not permitted on the property.

Yes! Braai facilities are available for overnight guests and can also be arranged for day visitors.

Yes. We kindly ask all guests to respect fellow visitors by keeping noise to a minimum from 22:00 onwards, allowing everyone to enjoy a peaceful night’s rest.

Please note that Absolutely Wild regularly hosts live entertainment, live music, and special events, particularly during peak seasons, public holidays, and busy weekends. On these occasions, the atmosphere may be more lively than usual, and entertainment may continue later into the evening.

We appreciate your understanding as we strive to create a fun, family-friendly environment while ensuring all guests have an enjoyable stay.

Need More Information?

If you have any questions that aren’t answered here, we’d love to help.

📞 WhatsApp: 071 687 8621

We look forward to welcoming you to Absolutely Wild, where adventure meets relaxation in the heart of the Klein Karoo!