AfriCamps 9-Day Route

Sometimes a holiday at one camp is just not enough. Now that we have three camps on the Garden Route and Route 62, we are introducing a full glamping tour.

Yes, why not stay at all three!

At the moment we are planning this route with different activities on the route and in the area. We will focus on three different groups of people, families with kids, couples and a group of friends in more details later.

The route is planned for a total of 9 days, with a 3-day stay at each camp. You can add in a stop or two at different places on the Garden Route as well. For instance Mosselbay, George, Amalienstein, Hartenbos, Calitzdorp and Montagu are beautiful. It is also possible to do a shorter tour, of course, we just want to show you the possibilities.

There is so much to see in the Western camp and along this route you can be sure that this will be a road trip that you won’t forget.

Let’s go.

AfriCamps at Kam’Bati

Starting from Cape Town it’s a 2.5-hour drive to our first camp AfriCamps at Kam’Bati in Swellendam. On your way there you can have a break at the Stormsvlei Restaurant & Farmstall, this is our recommendation for a great lunch. During your stay there you can also do a lot of things in the area.

3 days in Swellendam will give you ample time to relax in your tent and to also explore the area. Some activities in the area are horse riding, canoeing, hiking and you can even book yourself a massage (can also be enjoyed in your tent) from Rain Spa. Do you want more info on the highlights surrounding AfriCamps at Kam’bati?

Read our blog post about things to do in Swellendam.

Breakfasts and braai packs are also available for purchase at the farm.

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africamps at kam'bati swellendam boutique glamping south africa

After your stay in Swellendam at Africamps at Kam’bati, you can move onto our next camp, AfriCamps Klein Karoo in Oudtshoorn.

This drive will take you 2 hours and 50 minutes. If you go straight of course. However, if you want more of a scenic route you can take a detour and visit one of these three beautiful towns; Mossebay, Hartenbos and George.

If you do not have a lot time then you can drive straight to Oudtshoorn through Barrydale where you can have take break at Clarke of the Karoo or visit the famous Diesel and Creme for a good lunch.

Detour options

Mosselbay, a harbour town is a beautiful place to visit. Thank you for the picture Reece Briesies.

Hartenbos, a small town near to the beach is a perfect stop for a quick swim and some relaxing time on the beach. Thank you Perot Louw for this picture.

Another coastal town to add on the list, should you choose the detour route is George, This will leave you with an hour and a half to head off to AfriCamps Klein Karoo.

Thank you Beautiful Towns and Cities for this perfect picture.

AfriCamps Klein Karoo

Ostriches and Cango Caves, both possible when you stay at AfriCamps Klein Karoo in Oudtshoorn. This location has become a favourite among many international guests as it offers something unique to their holiday. Besides the standard activities in the area, we offer sunset game drives and biking trails on the property.

Breakfasts and braai packs are also available for purchase at the farm.

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africamps boutique glamping south africa
africamps klein karoo oudtshoorn boutique glamping south africa

After 3 days in Oudtshoorn, it will be time to move onto Robertson. During this 3-hour drive. You can stop at Calitzdorp, Amalienstein and Montagu. Why not try something different with Vilioensdrift wines & cruises for lunch and wine tasting, before checking in.

On Route

Calitzdorp is a quaint karoo town. Thank you The Inside Guide for this picture

Amalienstein, a town with rich historical past as it still is a mission station. Thank you, Sweis van der Horst for this picture.

One of the most beautiful stops close to Robertson is Montagu. This town is a favourite among locals for it’s beautiful location and it’s great restaurants and coffee shops. Montague is also the home to Sanbona Wildlife reserve, why not add in more wildlife to your trip.

Africamps at Pat Busch

Africamps at Pat Busch in Robertson is the last stop on the list before you head back to Cape Town.

Being a wedding venue and a nature reserve, you know you are in for a treat when it comes to this view. Try a hike through the surrounding mountains or just enjoy a dip in the pool or dam on the property. At AfriCamps at Pat Busch you are surrounded by great wine and olives, why not hire some bikes and explore the area? There are a lot more that we can recommend, take a look at our blog about the

There are a lot more that we can recommend, take a look at our blog about the things to do in Robertson.

Breakfast baskets are available for purchase at this camp. 

africamps pat busch robertson glamping south africa
africamps pat busch robertson glamping south africa
africamps pat busch robertson glamping south africa

With only 2 hours back to Cape Town you can drop in at Nuy on the hill for lunch, wine tasting and more spectacular views. This place is in a beautiful area, we are sure you would love it.

Are you ready to book your glamping road trip?

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Ostrich Farm Tours

Ostrich farm tours are famous for this region. The tours which run at AfriCamps are headed up by Laura and her team, on one of the largest Ostrich farms in South Africa.

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As seen on the ostrich farm tour

We chatted to Laura to get the behind the scenes look at how it all got started and to find out a bit more about these birds.

When did you first start the Ostrich farm tours?

  • About 15 years ago, just after I met my husband.  My mom in law asked me to show her guests at the B & B she was running at the time, the farm, as I speak German and Dutch.

How many Ostriches did you start with?

  • About 1000, and we now farm with over 25 000 birds, ages ranging from one day to about 15 years’ old.
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As seen on the Ostrich farm tour

Did you name them all?

  • No, we do not have so many names, to start with……
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As seen on the Ostrich farm tour

Do you or Piet have a favourite Ostrich?

  • We had a little dwarf female that grew to about half a metre, and then stopped… But unfortunately we had to kill her when bird flu was diagnosed on our farm about 6 years ago. All the birds had to be killed then, it was a very sad day. We had to start all over again.

Can you see different personalities in these birds?

  • Ostriches are very stupid animals. Their brains weigh about 40g, compared to the eye that weighs 60g! So you can just imagine. They stress very easily and they are frightened by the slightest noise or light. When thunder strikes, the just keep running around in circles like a chicken without a head. The breeding males are very aggressive; they do not allow anyone near them.
As seen on the Ostrich farm tour
africamps boutique glamping south africa
As seen on the Ostrich farm tour

How old is the oldest Ostrich that you have?

  • Our breeding males are about 15 years old. We have one breeding pair on the farm, Jannie and Rosie, named after my mom and father in law. They are about 25 years old.

It basically says on Wikipedia that male ostriches’ have one true love. Is this true?

 “Territorial males typically boom in defence of their territory and harem of two to seven hens;[48] the successful male may then mate with several females in the area, but will only form a pair bond with a ‘major’ female.[48]”

  • Yes, they say that ostriches mate for life. We have at least 2 females to each male, and they have to stay together on the farm. After the breeding season – Aug – April – they separate the males and females. They get a 4-month holiday, during which we harvest the feathers to export to Rio for the Carnival.  Then we must make sure that the same males and females are put together again. They have tags on their necks to identify and help with this process.
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As seen on the Ostrich farm tour

Who takes care of the ostriches?

  • Japie Potgieter has worked on the farm with us for over 13 years. He knows everything there is to know about ostriches. When to pluck, vaccinate, feed, weigh etc. How many birds at any certain time on the farm – and he is responsible for about 10 000 of these birds! He has a team of dedicated workers (not everyone on the farm knows how to work with ostriches).
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As seen on the Ostrich farm tour
As seen on the Ostrich farm tour

Ostrich Farm Tour Information

Witness first-hand how these large birds are plucked, fed, weighed, and how we raise these peculiar birds from day old to 12 months. On this 2-hour tour, you might have the opportunity to see them hatch and take their first breaths.

R250 per adult

R125 per child (6-12)

We have family packages available – please enquire.

Daily scheduled tours @ 9h00. Private tours (outside of the scheduled times) for smaller groups available on request.