Crocodile Bridge Rest Camp

[Lisbeth]

Have a nice time Twigga

[Twigga]

Thank you for the info bb!

Nan & Lis - Thank you - thank you! Haven't been an overnight guest to CB in over 10 years, can't wait!

[Lisbeth]

Such a pity, that they do not do breakfast anymore, they were excellent! And when we stayed at Marloth, it was so nice to stop there, before starting the day

[Twigga]

Such a pity, that they do not do breakfast anymore, they were excellent! And when we stayed at Marloth, it was so nice to stop there, before starting the day

I guess a lot has changed over the years

[Richprins]

Actually Croc Bridge has never had a restaurant. The "Private ventures/initiatives" there have only been over the last decade or so?

[nan]

Actually Croc Bridge has never had a restaurant. The "Private ventures/initiatives" there have only been over the last decade or so?

only coffee and little restauration

[Flutterby]

Some tips from top wildlife photographer, Chad Wright:

Making the most of the South of Kruger

June 09, 2014 by Chad Wright

Crocodile Bridge (dynamite comes in small packages)

Hot, humid and bursting with life. Although this is one of the ‘gate’ camps situated a short distance from the main road, you’ll feel miles away from civilization. Being one of the smallest camps in Kruger, coupled with its isolation, you won’t need to worry too much about the holiday crowds normally associated with the Southern section of the park. A decent shop will stock all the vitals as well as a small take-away trailer for food and drinks on the run, well run and clean facilities, cosy accommodation and one of the best places for a guided game drive ensure that ‘The Bridge’ won’t disappoint.

The area around Crocodile Bridge is a mixture of open grasslands and dense thickets, the perfect recipe for a large variety of game and amazing birdlife. Lion, cheetah, elephant and even the elusive African wild dog are regularly seen in within kilometers of the camp.

One of the major highlights are the massive mahogany, acacia and long-tailed cassia trees that keep most of the camp in shade throughout the day. Keep an eye (and ear) out for the very vocal white-browed robin-chat, purple crested turaco and owl species that call this canopy home. The actual bridge crossing over the Crocodile River to get to the rest camp is a great place to tick off five or more water bird species before you even enter the park (the bridge is very vulnerable to flooding, make sure it is accessible before hand during the wet season). Finally, look out for one of the resident spotted hyena’s that patrol the fences at night.

This section of Kruger is known as a medium risk malaria area and is susceptible to flooding after consistent heavy downpours.

Best drives:

Head out to the end of the S27 and stop at the Hippo Pools to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee over a relaxing view.
Make your way North on the famous S28 turning right onto the S107 and spend a while at Nlanganzwani Dam. This route has always provided great Big 5 sightings in the past during the cooler hours of the day.
A basic trip up the H4-2 and backtracking along the S130 is a pleasant easy going drive with a few waterholes along the way. Elephant are always plentiful along this route so be careful when driving around a blind corner.
Make a trip toward Nthahdanyathi Hide (great for birding) by heading up the H4-2, turning onto the S130 and then the S137 making a quick stop at Dukes waterhole on route. Lion and spotted hyena are common around the area, especially in the early morning. Take care along this route during heavy rains as the road become very muddy.

Things to look for

Game
Lion
Spotted Hyena
Elephant
Giraffe
Kudu

Birds
Purple crested turaco
Kingfishers
A variety of owl species
Golioth Heron
Hammerkop

Hot tip – One’s sense of smell and hearing are just as important as sight when out searching for game. I often hear or smell an animal long before I see it! So keep your windows down and your radio off.

[Richprins]

Like many camps, Croc Bridge has a primate problem, so make sure stuff is safe!


















Unit facing the river:














You can bring your own Cob braai!







Nice lawns still, lots of warthog:

[nan]

love this camp
except for the Monkeys

[Alf]

Fancy braai inside knp