Mount Currie Nature Reserve

Camping and self catering accommodation in Kokstad

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CONTACT DETAILS Tel: +27 (0)33 845 1000 Cell: +27 (0)86 111 4291 Fax: +27 (0)33 845 1001

A campground with ten campsites has been developed. This is serviced by an ablution block with hot and cold water for all basins and showers . The ladies ablution block has a bath . Plug points for electric razors are available. All sites have electrical plug points. Every second site has a tap and a braai (barbecue). A central dishwashing and hand laundry facility is available.

The only formally protected area in East Griqualand , Mount Currie consists of the mountain from which it gets its name , forest patches and grassy slopes dotted with Protea roupelliae and Protea caffra. Crystal Dam which provides boating and angling opportunities is fed by the pure water of Crystal Spring, the main source of Kokstad’s water supply. The reserve boasts a bird list of over 220 recorded species with striped flufftails common in the wetter areas and the bearded vulture frequently seen when climbing Mt. Currie.

ADAM KOK LAAGER SITE

Encouraged by Governor Sir George Grey , Adam Kok 111 formed a commission early in 1859 to reconnoitre Nomansland. Adam Kok was accompanied by Sir Walter Currie , Commandant of the Frontier Armed and Mounted Police who was deputizing for the Governor. Having satisfied himself about the suitability of the new country , the trek was undertaken. The Griquas consisting of some 2000 men , women and children and accompanied by 20 000 head of stock , emerged from the mountains to see endless green grazing , abundant water and game of every kind. They arrived at Mount Currie on 12 May 1863. Their laager site and their cemeteries are situated in the reserve. There is a National Monument at the laager site .

BOY SCOUT MONUMENT

There is also a monument in the reserve to ex Boy Scouts who fell in action in East Africa. Access to this monument is gained by driving 4.5 kilometres beyond the Adam Kok Memorial . Access by road is via the Adam Kok Memorial gate.

ACCOMMODATION

A campground with ten campsites has been developed. This is serviced by an ablution block with hot and cold water for all basins and showers . The ladies ablution block has a bath . Plug points for electric razors are available. All sites have electrical plug points. Every second site has a tap and a braai (barbecue). A central dishwashing and hand laundry facility is available. One 4 bedded squaredavel and one 2 bedded squaredavel are available to rent on a month by month basis. Please phone the reserve for tariffs and bookings. One 2 bedded room-en-suite is available on a daily basis. Booking as above. Visitors are advised to bring torches and insect repellant. Firewood is sold at the main gate.

ATTRACTIONS - THINGS TO DO

ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES AT MOUNT CURRIE NATURE RESERVE:
- boating
- fishing
- hiking

RATES

Camp Accommodation offered Fee per adult Fee per child < 12 Minimum charge   1x2-bed room en suite  R 110.00 R 55.00 N/A   10 Open campsites          With use of plug points  R 50.00 R 25.00 R 75.00   Without use of plug points  R 50.00 R 25.00 R 75.00

For further info or to book on-line return to the top of the page. * Standard Season: Applies throughout the year, effective 1 November - 31 October. ** Low Season: Discounted rates applies Sunday to Thursday inclusive, provided it is out of school holidays and not over long weekends (public holiday on a Friday or Monday), or during special events. Pensioner discount still applies but commission is not paid in low season.

Children under 3 years old - no charge (entry and accommodation); Discounts apply on accommodation and camping for children aged 12 and under, registered students, and South African residents over 60 years of age at selected campgrounds and facilities. See DISCOUNTS below for applicable qualifications and discounts.

DISCOUNTS

A discount for children aged 12 or under is 50% of the standard tariff irrespective of the time of year or day of the week.
Only applies to children sharing an accommodation unit with their parents or other adults.
Does not apply to Wilderness Trails, overnight hiking (eg in the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park), bush camps/lodges, tented bush camps/lodges.

The discount for permanent residents of South Africa over the age of 60, and for students is 20% of the standard tariff.
Does not apply to Wilderness Trails, overnight hiking (eg in the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park), bush camps/lodges and tented bush camps/lodges.
In the case of people over 60, and students, the discounts are applicable during weekdays (Sunday night to Thursday night) only, and also excludes public holidays, long weekends, and school holidays.