De Hoop Campsite along the Orange River in Richtersveld provides peaceful and quiet camping. Perfect for those looking to unwind and enjoy nature in solitude.
De Hoop Quiet Camping Experience
Province: Northern Cape
Location: Richtersveld Transfrontier Park (Orange River)
| De Hoop Campsite Richtersveld / Orange River | 9.0/10 | Remote Quiet | “Far from the madding crowd”. “We had the place to ourselves”. “Utmost silence in this wilderness area”. “Nature at its unspoilt best”. Only accessible via 4WD. “Few visitors for most of the year and hence peace and quiet”. |
Overview
De Hoop Campsite
Looking for De Hoop Campsite? De Hoop Campsite is one of the most popular spots in the Richtersveld Transfrontier Park, situated on the banks of the Orange River. De Hoop Campsite has 12 rustic sites and is arguably the most centrally situated camp that is also on the river. For tent campers wanting Orange River access with mountain views, De Hoop Campsite delivers an 8/10 quiet factor.
The setup at De Hoop Campsite is simple and spread out. De Hoop Campsite extends along a long stretch of the river, so there are plenty of sites to choose from. The camp at De Hoop Campsite has communal cold water ablutions with running water and flush toilets. The water at De Hoop Campsite is not hot but is a comfortable temperature – result of being heated throughout the day. Ablutions at De Hoop Campsite are described as primitive but clean and functional, though some report missing plugs for the dish sink and missing shower heads.
What makes De Hoop Campsite different? The location. De Hoop Campsite is 3.2km from Tatasberg Wilderness Camp and sits on a ‘beach’ next to the mighty Orange River. Visitors to De Hoop Campsite pitch tents, swim in the river, walk on rocky hills, and enjoy utmost silence. De Hoop Campsite is a favourite with fly-fisherman, birdwatchers and children. You can fly fish, swim, or bring your own equipment and go rafting from De Hoop Campsite.
Wildlife at De Hoop Campsite includes goliath herons, giant kingfishers, cormorants, darters, jacanas, and small birds that carry on around the campsite. Fireflies have been reported at De Hoop Campsite in the evenings. Dassie rats are inquisitive visitors at De Hoop Campsite. Buck blend into the mountainscape near De Hoop Campsite. A stray dog was reported at De Hoop Campsite but kept its distance.
De Hoop Campsite Facilities
⚡ Power: None at sites
💧 Water: Cold running water, flush toilets
📶 Signal: None
🏕 Type: 12 rustic sites along river
🚗 Access: 4×4 high clearance required
🚻 Ablutions: Communal, basic, functional
⚠ De Hoop Campsite Need To Know
Orange River swimming and rafting
Fly-fisherman and birdwatchers
Families with children
4×4 campers wanting central base
Stargazers – clear air, no light pollution
Cold water only – shower midday when warmed
Afternoon winds: everything gets dusty
Primitive ablutions – missing plugs, shower heads
Temperature extremes: 44°C to below 10°C
Akkedis Pass treacherous – 3 hours for 40km
Bring own wood – none supplied
📍De Hoop Campsite Location
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Off the N7, Richtersveld Transfrontier Park, 8290, Northern Cape
40km from Sendelingsdrif via Akkedis Pass. 3.2km from Tatasberg Wilderness Camp.
Book De Hoop Campsite
Reservations: SANParks – 021 201 8901
Gate: Sendelingsdrif – report here first
Check–in: 14:00 to 17:00 | Check–out: 10:00
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