Roy's Rest Camp in Grootfontein, Grootfontein: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
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Roy’s Rest Camp is a practical, family-friendly base with genuine character. The playground is a hit with children, and the Ju/'Hoansi Living Museum visit is a cultural highlight. Expect simple, comfortable facilities and a relaxed atmosphere.
What is Roy's Rest Camp?
Roy’s Rest Camp is a relaxed rest camp near Grootfontein with a swimming pool, a fun playground built from old tyres, metal pipes and ropes (monkey bars, swings, seesaw), and a waterhole hide for game viewing. It offers 4x4 trips to the Ju/'Hoansi Living Museum, where families can learn about San culture, and walking trails. It is about 20 km from the Hoba Meteorite and makes a good base for exploring the area.
Rest camp; supports cultural tourism and local community.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Book ahead Family rooms limited.
- Living Museum Cultural highlight for children.
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0–2 years | Good | Playground and pool. |
| 3–5 years | Excellent | Playground and gentle activities. |
| 6–9 years | Very good | Waterhole hide and cultural trips. |
| 10–12 years | Excellent | Full activity menu. |
| 13+ years | Good | Relaxed rest camp. |
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Key details
- Address
- Near Grootfontein, Otjozondjupa, Namibia, Grootfontein
- Opening hours
- Reception 24 hours
- How long to plan
- Overnight stay
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Rest camp
- Booking
- Recommended; book ahead
- Payment accepted
- Cash, card
What to expect when you visit
Pool, playground, waterhole hide, Ju/'Hoansi Living Museum trips
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
Is the playground suitable for young children?
Yes, it has swings, a seesaw and monkey bars.
Can we visit the Ju/'Hoansi Living Museum?
Yes, the camp arranges 4x4 trips.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Toddler suitability
- Yes, playground
- Minimum age
- 0
- Facilities
- Pool
- playground
- restaurant
- Access and parking
- Paved and gravel
- Safety notes
Supervise children around water
Tickets and costs
- Ages that pay the child rate
- All ages
- Toddler age band
- Yes
- Ticket notes
Rates on enquiry. Family rooms available. Confirm current child policy.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Pool, playground, cultural trips
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Near Grootfontein; signed.
- Prices last checked
- Family facilities cross-checked with Exclusive Africa, October 2026
Plan your visit
- Best time to visit
- Dry season
- Busiest times
- School holidays
- How to get there
Near Grootfontein; signed.
- By car
- Yes, self-drive
- Uber / Bolt estimate
- Taxi
- Public transport
Not practical
- Combine with
- Hoba Meteorite — world’s largest meteorite
- Grootfontein Museum — local history
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- Sun hat
- Socks for playground
- Closed shoes
- Cash
Accessibility deep dive
Here is what to expect on the ground.
Recommended.
Family-friendly.
Tyres, pipes and ropes.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Roy's Rest Camp opening hours?
- Reception 24 hours. Busiest: School holidays.
- Is Roy's Rest Camp suitable for toddlers and young children?
- Minimum age: 0. Supervise children around water
- How long do you need at Roy's Rest Camp?
- Plan for Overnight stay.
- What payment methods does Roy's Rest Camp accept?
- Roy's Rest Camp accepts Cash, card. It does not accept cash.
- Is Roy's Rest Camp accessible, and is there parking?
- Access and parking: Paved and gravel.
- What is the best time to visit Roy's Rest Camp?
- Dry season. It is busiest School holidays.
- How do you get to Roy's Rest Camp?
- Yes, self-drive. Ride-hailing: Taxi. Public transport: Not practical Near Grootfontein; signed.
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