The Chic Shacks offer Vioolsdrift accommodation at an affordable rate in a beautiful setting. Our rooms have been constructed from reclaimed materials. Each one sleeps, two people. These rooms come with bedding, and guests have access to shared bathrooms constructed from river stones. We love our huge showers, and so will you!

There is a BBQ area with a kitchenette as well. You can make use of the self-catering facilities or join us for a hearty fresh-cooked meal.

The Growcery Camp's Chic Shacks are value-for-money accommodation.  It's basic and comfortable. There are ten units, and we can accommodate a maximum of 20 travelers at any given point in time. Your vehicles can be safely parked close to your Chic Shack of choice. This is the perfect upgrade to camping and we refer to our shacks as glamping units rather than lodge units. It is definitely not luxury, but rather quirky, clean, and neat glamping accommodation.

Vioolsdrift Accommodation at The Growcery Camp

• 10 Recycled and upcycled Chic Shacks
• Sleep, 20 people
• Grassed campsites with river views
• Indigenous trees for shade

Activities include

• Hiking Trails
• 4×4 Richtersveld Safari
• Half-Day Rafting Trails
• Full-Day Rafting
• Overnight Rafting Trail
• Escape Into the Wild
• Boat Rentals

The Growcery Chic Shack Facilities

• Clean and neat Shared Ablutions
• Restaurant and Bar area
• Large natural swimming pool, the Orange River
• Adventure tours and outdoor activities
• Electricity in the communal Kitchen
• BBQ and Braai facilities
• Washing Basins
• Grassed Camps
• Indigenous Trees
• Herb and vegetable gardens (seasonal)
• Freshly prepared meals
• On-site shop

What you should bring along when staying in the Chic Shacks?

• Please bring your own towels.

Activities at The Growcery Camp

• Hiking Trails

Indulge in the beauty of the Richtersveld, and while staying over at The Growcery Camp, book a guided hike into the mountains.

• 4×4 Richtersveld Safari

Come and explore the Nababeep Conservancy, and we will introduce you to the only mountain desert in South Africa.

• Half-Day Rafting Trails & Full Day Rafting

This half-day and full-day rafting trail is a perfect short-stay adventure, where you'll get to see the birdlife of the Orange River and the beautiful rock formations of the Richtersveld in a nutshell.

• Overnight Rafting Trail

This Overnight Rafting Trail is primarily available for a short rafting holiday and one night under the stars. This package provides you with rafting, hiking and bundu-bash adventure, all in one!

• Escape Into the Wild

This is the ultimate short stay option for those who want to get a taste of the Orange River and Richtersveld but do not have much time to do so. You will spend a night under a star-studded sky and take a short walk to a scenic viewpoint showcasing the surrounding mountains. Escape into the wild is a great entry-level adventure. It is an experience suitable for all ages, and families with young kids are welcome.

• Boat Rentals

Rent a boat for the day while staying at The Growcery. This facility is perfect for the adventurer who likes to do their own thing.

Directions to Vioolsdrift Accommodation & Camping – The Growcery Camp

• Take the N7 from Springbok and drive north towards the Namibian Border.
• Take the only turn off left, 30 meters in front of the South African border post.
• Drive 50 meters and at the T- junction, turn right and drive past the Police station on your left.
• The road becomes gravel after 800 meters; continue on this gravel road for 22km.
• Follow the signs of The Growcery and Umkulu for 22km till you reach The Growcery Camp.

Map to The Growcery Camp

GPS coordinates

The Growcery Campsites:  -28°69’68.07″S; 17°49’55.24″E

Access from the SA border to Namibia

Take the gravel road at the SA border post and follow for 22km.

Check-in Times

Check-in time: 14:00
Check-out time: 9:30

If you will not be able to accommodate these times

Please send us a Message

Tel Landline no: 027-761-8007
Namibia Line: 00264(0)816725466

• Please make travel arrangements as soon as possible
• We can arrange to open the gates for late arrivals
• Please confirm arrivals with bus service
• We can collect all travellers arriving by bus at an extra charge of R 150 per person.

Child Policy

• Children are most welcome at all times.
• Ages 1-5 yrs will stay for free at campsites and accommodations.
• Children need to be accompanied by adults near the river.
• Please inquire about child policies for activities.
• Please see the rate sheet below.