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Bivane Dam - Bikini Beach

The snippets describe Bivane Dam as a whole but do not contain specific information about a "Bikini Beach" campground or camping area within the reserve.

However, given that Bivane Dam is confirmed as a camping destination on the Bivane River in northern KwaZulu-Natal, and Bikini Beach is a named area within it, I can only work with what the snippets actually state.

Bivane Dam sits between Pongola and Vryheid along the R69 in northern KwaZulu-Natal, built on the Bivane River and completed in 2000.

The 700-hectare reservoir and surrounding nature reserve have become a popular destination for camping, caravanning, bass fishing, boating, canoeing, and river rafting below the dam wall.

Chalets, caravan and tent sites with power points, and a bush camp are available on the reserve. Beyond the water, guests can explore 38 kilometers of quad bike and 4x4 tracks, mountain-biking trails, and hiking routes through the rugged landscape.

Birdwatching is also a draw in this wild corner of KwaZulu-Natal, within easy reach of Vryheid, Pongola, and Piet Retief.


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