10 things the ladies will love at AfriCamps

At AfriCamps we love when families come together – whether it’s for a holiday, a birthday, or just a getaway. There is truly something for everyone at each of our AfriCamps locations. The kids will spend hours swimming, sliding, canoeing, making new friends on the playground or just roaming around to explore. The men love to come together for a braai or a spot of fishing, and the ladies, well, where do we begin?

The ladies at AfriCamps have rounded up some of their favourite things to do, for some inspiration. Try them all on your next AfriCamps adventure.

1. Early morning run

Our locations boast the most scenic tracks for an early morning ladies run. And what better motivation than knowing breakfast will be waiting… Happily prepared by dad and the kids.

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2. Enjoy breakfast with friends and family

All AfriCamps locations offer sumptious breakfast baskets including the best fresh produce and dairy for you to prepare. Breakfast baskets differ slightly between our locations, as each location fills their baskets with the freshest local produce.

Freshly baked muffins, muesli, fresh fruit, yoghurt, juice, preserves, eggs, bacon, sausage, freshly baked bread, fresh milk, coffee and rusks are some of the items you can expect to find in your basket.

Pre-order your breakfast basket from R110 per person.

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Photo taken at AfriCamps Champagne Valley, Drakensberg

3. Get a head start on your tan

Grab a deck chair, catch some rays and relax! The deck is the perfect tanning spot, but depending on your location, you can relax and catch a tan next to a swimming pool or find a quiet riverside spot. Remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours – the hot African sun can be brutal in summer.

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Photo taken at AfriCamps Waterberg, Limpopo.

4. Sundowners with a view

It’s not an AfriCamps experience without spending some time relaxing on our decks and enjoying the views. (It’s even better enjoyed with a pink G&T, or whatever your heart desires.)

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5. Walks among fauna and flora

From beautiful blooming Proteas at Stanford Hills to walking among various buck species at Ingwe or Klein Karoo, all AfriCamps are located on beautiful properties where the unspoiled nature can be enjoyed.

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6. Finish that novel you’ve been reading for months.

Whether you do it curled up in front of the fire or stretched out on the deck. Whether it’s The Great Gatsby, Gulliver’s Travels or Eat Pray Love – take a time-out and get lost in a good book.

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Photo taken at AfriCamps Waterberg, Limpopo

7. Did someone say wood-fired hot tubs?!

Visitors to AfriCamps at Ingwe in Plettenberg Bay can warm up in our outdoor wood-fired hot tubs. Simply light the fire and let the brilliant design do the work. Sit back and soak up that Tsitsikamma view.

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8. Find your zen

Our guests have proven our decks to be the perfect spot for stretching out with yoga or pilates. Bring your yoga mat, leave your worries behind.

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9. Massage at Mackers

Our newest camp, AfriCamps at Mackers in Hazyview offers massage treatments from the comfort of your own tent. Book a treatment and prepare to be pampered to the sound of the Sabie River. View the Mackers activities page for the price list.

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10. Take the scenic route

All AfriCamps’ are in close proximity of attractions that make for memorable day drives. Visit Kruger National Park from AfriCamps at Mackers in Hazyview, go wine tasting form AfriCamps at Stanford Hills in Stanford or Pat Busch in Roberston. Explore the 4th oldest town in the country, when staying at afriCamps in Kam’Bati Swellendam, or meet the ostriches and meerkats at AfriCamps Klein Karoo. AfriCamps at Ingwe is surrounded by Garden Route attractions like the Tsitsikamma forest and Plettenberg Bay.

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Outdoor Wood-fired hot tubs at AfriCamps

If you’re visiting AfriCamps at Ingwe in Plettenberg Bay, AfriCamps at Doolhof in Wellington or AfriCamps at Oakhurst in Wilderness soon, you are in for a steamy hot, wood-fired treat.

No, it’s not your delicious pre-booked braai pack, or even marshmallows on the fire – we’re talking about the private outdoor wood-fired hot tubs that can be spotted next to our luxury glamping tents!

Our camps in Wellington and Wilderness offer wood-fired hot tubs next to each tent, and three tents at AfriCamps at Ingwe in Plettenberg Bay have wood-fired hot tubs (make sure to book tents 4, 5 or 6).

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Photo: AfriCamps at Oakhurst in Wilderness

We are beyond proud of this local, handmade creation invented together with Buitengewoon Luxury Outdoor Living.

So what makes our tubs so awesome?

  • Firstly, a wood-fired hot tub is the purest form of relaxation, ideal for those long summer evenings and starry winter nights.
  • Secondly, they don’t require any electricity, so you can unwind under the stars absolutely guilt free.
  • We source water from our farm dams and the water goes back into our farm soil.
  • They are super user-friendly and heat up in 1.5 to 2 hours. Simply start the fire, leave the lid on, stir occasionally to spread the heat and let the brilliant design do the work.
  • They double as a splash pool in the summer!
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Photo: AfriCamps at Doolhof in Wellington

AfriCamps at Ingwe

AfriCamps at Ingwe is home to our original bright red hot tubs. These tubs are found next to tent 4, 5 and 6, so make sure you book a hot tub tent. Here our tubs are best enjoyed after a long day of exploring the many activities in the Crags and Tsitsikamma area. You can savour your favourite bottle of wine (the one you got after visiting The Crags’ wine route), overlooking the foresty green surroundings.  These eco-friendly tubs are filled with water collected from Whiskey Creek and stored in the property’s dam.

AfriCamps’ hot tubs comfortably fit four people, but our farm owners at AfriCamps at Ingwe have proven that the whole family can fit!

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AfriCamps at Ingwe, Plettenberg Bay.

AfriCamps at Ingwe is the perfect location to explore the vibey holiday town of Plettenberg Bay (10 minutes’ drive away) and the quaint village of Natures Valley. This part of the Garden Route is a popular holiday destination as visitors flock to the mind-blowing beaches and ancient forests.

ALSO READ: 30 REASONS TO GLAMP THE GARDEN ROUTE

When booking your stay at AfriCamps at Ingwe, make sure to select one of our hot tub tents and book well in advance to avoid disappointment.
*Wood-fired hot tubs are charged at an additional R200 per night

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