The Far Side Rest Camp
Hotel · Western Cape & Garden Route, South Africa
The Far Side Rest Camp
The Far Side Rest Camp is a safari lodge near Bontebok National Park.
At a Glance
4 rooms
7 guests max
Family Friendly
Children welcome
Barrydale
Nearest town
Contact Details
Location Map
The Far Side Rest Camp in Bontebok National Park
Spa
Pool, Spa, Restaurant, Dining, Bar
Nearest Airport
Hendrik Swellengrebel Airport
Nearest International Airport
Cape Town International Airport
2,449
Total Species
41
Mammals
157
Birds
Most Observed Species
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 29.2° | 29° | 26.8° | 23.5° | 21.2° | 18.8° | 17° | 18.2° | 20.4° | 23.6° | 25.8° | 26.6° |
| Low | 15.9° | 15.6° | 14.7° | 11.8° | 9.8° | 8.6° | 6.4° | 6.7° | 8.1° | 11° | 12.5° | 14.1° |
| Rain | 51 | 45 | 76 | 54 | 57 | 53 | 37 | 40 | 47 | 72 | 46 | 73 |
| Humidity | 69% | 68% | 72% | 70% | 68% | 68% | 68% | 67% | 68% | 70% | 66% | 70% |
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