Hilltop Camp

Top choice in The Elephant Coast


The signature resort on the Hluhluwe side; a cold drink followed by dinner on the patio with mountains silhouetted into the distance is a memorable experience. There is a wide range of accommodation, from simple cabins to luxury chalets.

If you want peace and quiet, try one of the private and sedate accommodation options. Although described as ‘bush lodges’, they are out of this world: fully equipped and reasonably upmarket. Some come with their own chef – although you supply the food.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby The Elephant Coast attractions

2. Centenary Centre

14.18 MILES

The Centenary Centre, a wildlife-holding centre with an attached museum, information centre and excellent craft market, is in the eastern section of…

3. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park

17.12 MILES

Hluhluwe-iMfolozi is one of South Africa’s best-known, most evocative parks. Covering 960 sq km, it is best visited in the dry winter months (May to…

4. Bhejane Waterhole & Hide

19.85 MILES

Elephants are known to congregate and bathe at this borehole in the iMfolozi section of the park.

5. Western Shores

23.43 MILES

The region northwest of St Lucia Estuary is called the Western Shores, and comprises two stunning lakeside spots, known as Fani’s Island (closed to…

6. iSimangaliso Wetland Park

23.67 MILES

iSimangaliso Wetland Park is a sprawling, diverse ecosystem comprised of hundreds of kilometres of beaches, lakes, wetlands and forests to explore. The…

7. Mphafa Waterhole & Hide

24.07 MILES

Located next to a rocky cliff face, this waterhole is a particularly picturesque place to view wildlife, especially elephants, giraffe, buffalo and…

8. Eastern Shores

28.95 MILES

The four scenic routes in the Eastern Shores – pan, vlei (marshland), coastal dune and grassland – each reflect their different features and ecosystems…