Family Camper Hire South Africa

School holidays are coming and you need a camper. We get it. Kampi has everything from full caravans with separate kids' sleeping areas and indoor kitchens to big tent trailers that sleep 4-6 comfortably. Kampi insurance at R89 a day applies on the campers that carry it, so that's one less thing to stress about. Some owners carry their own cover instead, and the camper's own page says which. Filter by sleeping capacity and location to find something that actually fits your family, and your tow vehicle.

389 campers available on Kampi in Family Campers.

About Family Campers

SA is built for family camping. Pilanesberg is the go-to: malaria-free, Big Five, and just 2 hours from Joburg. Addo is perfect with small kids, elephants right by the road. The KZN coast has warm water and safe beaches. The Garden Route keeps teenagers busy (bungee, whale watching, hiking). Golden Gate is great for animal spotting and runs. Hartebeespoort Dam has a water park, chairlift, and game drives. Most SANParks camps have playgrounds, pools, and secure perimeters so you can actually relax.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the price on Kampi actually cover?
What you pay is the owner's rate for the camper plus Kampi's service fee for handling the booking and the payment. Where a camper carries Kampi cover, that cover costs R89 a day; not every camper carries it, some owners carry their own instead, and the camper's own page says which. There is no once-off admin fee. That was Kampi's pricing before 1 July 2026, and a booking made before that date can still show it. Most owners also add a once-off cleaning fee, and every owner asks for a refundable damage deposit. The camper's own page shows both, and what your dates come to, before you send a request.
How are the rental days counted?
Every day of the trip is charged, including the day you collect the camper and the day you bring it back. A Friday to Sunday trip is three days, not two, because both the collection day and the return day count.
When does the money actually move?
On most campers, nothing is charged when you send a request. You only pay once the owner approves it, and owners have 3 days to answer. A few campers are set up for instant booking instead and charge as soon as you book, the camper's own page says which. Either way, you pay Kampi online, never the owner directly.
Do I need a special licence to tow it?
Not necessarily. Up to 750kg you can tow on an ordinary Code B licence, the same one most drivers already have. Over that you need a Code EB. Every camper's page says which one it needs, and Kampi has a whole page of campers that need no EB at all.
What if I need to cancel, or something goes wrong?
Cancel a request before you have paid and nothing is owed, because nothing was ever charged. Once you have paid, cancelling before the trip starts means a non-refundable booking fee of up to R189 may apply, and the rest is refunded according to the camper's policy. Cancelling once the trip has started, or on a listing with no cancellation policy set, refunds nothing at all: not the rate, not the cleaning fee, not the cover. The camper's own page shows its exact cancellation policy before you book, and it is worth reading before you pay.
Who am I actually renting from?
A private owner, not a franchise or a depot. Sending a request opens a message thread with them under their name, so you can talk before you pay anything. Their phone number and the exact pickup address open up once you have paid, not at the moment they approve. You collect the camper from them in person. Most owners have had an ID document, proof of address and the camper's papers approved by Kampi before their listing went live, though not every one of them has. There is no corporate credit or background check beyond that. What else stands behind them is the reviews they have earned on Kampi.
What size camper do I need for a family of 4?
For two adults and two kids, look for something rated for 4 sleepers. Separate sleeping areas make a big difference , trust us. A full kitchen and some outdoor living space keep everyone sane. Filter by 'Sleeps 4' on Kampi.
Are family campers child-friendly?
Check the listing description, most owners mention child suitability. Big tent trailers and full caravans are generally the best bet for families. Worth asking the owner about safety rails, bunk beds, or enclosed sleeping areas if your kids are young.
What is the best South African camping destination for families?
Pilanesberg every time, malaria-free, Big Five, 2 hours from Joburg. Hard to beat. Addo (near PE) is brilliant for elephant viewing with kids. The Garden Route (Wilderness, Knysna) keeps the whole family busy. For beach camping, the KZN North Coast resorts are the way to go.
Does Kampi insurance cover children in the camper?
Where a camper carries Kampi's R89/day insurance, it covers accidental damage to the camper itself, not personal injuries or medical bills. Some owners carry their own cover instead, and the camper's own page says which. Either way, you'll want your own travel and medical insurance for the family, standard holiday cover sorts this out.

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