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In case you missed it: 3 new AfriCamps to experience

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After a busy festive season, it’s full speed ahead at AfriCamps. But first, let’s take a quick look back at 2018 and the newest destinations on your glamping bucket list! (For those of you new to AfriCamps, check out all eight of our luxury tented camps and pick your first destination.) We opened 3 new AfriCamps in 2018, each offering a totally unique South African experience – from the Winelands to the Garden Route to the bush!

AfriCamps at Doolhof, Wellington

Hello Cape Winelands! Our newest glamping location, AfriCamps at Doolhof, is based in the charming wine loving town of Wellington. Located beneath the historic Bainskloof Pass at the foothills of the Groenberg Mountain Range, AfriCamps at Doolhof is set within the award-winning Doolhof Wine Estate. This is also our closest location to Cape Town and can be reached in less than an hour. Hello to spontaneous weekends away with friends and family! Check availability and book now.

Also read: 72 hours in Wellington

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AfriCamps at Doolhof Highlights

The Tasting Room

Doolhof’s on-site Tasting Room is ideal for a flavoursome wine tasting paired with a platter or a delicious lunch. You can pre-order a picnic and explore the trails on the farm or take a sumptuous platter to enjoy at your tent.

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Outdoor wood-fired hot tubs

The ultimate form of relaxation! Soak up the beautiful mountain views or have fun with the kids. Hot tubs are included in your rate!

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Spa Treatments

Enjoy a spa treatment from the comfort of your tent. How does a mountain view pedicure sound? Make your booking from your host a day in advance.

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Hiking

Based between the mountains, the Kromme river and the vineyards, Doolhof is the perfect hiking spot. Take the 5km vineyard hike or shorter river walk, perfect for all ages. Try to spot buck, porcupine, baboons and even a shy leopard. Hike off the property at Limietberg Nature Reserve on Bain’s Kloof Pass where you can explore rock pools on hot summer days.

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Mountain Biking (MTB)

Wellington is one of the Cape’s best-known MTB locations. Bring your bike or rent one on the property and explore trails that have been traversed in the world famous MTB race, the Cape Epic.

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AfriCamps at Oakhurst, Wilderness

Oakhurst in Wilderness is one of the few remaining large working farms along the Garden Route. Once you see this property, you will know why we simply had to set up camp! The massive 640-hectare farm is covered in bluegum trees, farm dams, indigenous forest and authentic farm activities. The eight new AfriCamps tents face rolling green fields and the Outeniqua mountains in the distance. The Garden Route is an old favourite and glamping at AfriCamps at Oakhurst is an exciting new way of exploring it. Check availability and book now.

Also read: 30 Reasons to Glamp the Garden Route

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AfriCamps at Oakhurst Highlights

Wood-fired Hot Tubs

Soak up the views of the Outeniqua mountains. Each tent has its own outdoor wood-fired hot tub for you to use included in the rate. Our new AfriCamps hot tubs are perfect for hot summer days (use it as a splash pool) or cold starry evenings (simply start the fire in the coil).

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Horse riding

From 10-minute rides for kids to 2-hour rides for advanced riders. Come explore the Garden Route on horseback.

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Mountain bike trails

Oakhurst offers 16 km of pristine forest single track where mountain bikers, trails runners and kids can explore. Oakhurst also has its very own pipe track on the property.

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Hiking

A lovely 5km hiking trail down to the Klein Keurbooms river leads to the farm’s spectacular waterfall.

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Farm dam

There are three dams on the farm of which two are fit for swimming, catch-and-release fishing and canoeing. Guests are welcome to use the farm canoes. Oars are available from reception.

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Dairy tour

Watch the cows being milked and fed in the mornings and afternoons. 800 cows are milked at Oakhurst twice every day. The milk produced from Oakhurst’s farm is sent to Parmalat to create SA’s favourite milkshake, the Steri Stumpie (among other delicious dairy products).

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AfriCamps at Mackers, Hazyview

After being based in the Western Cape for more than three years, it was time to spread our wings and branch out to the beautiful South African Lowveld. So, in July 2018, AfriCamps at Mackers opened on the banks of the Sabie River just outside Hazyview in Mpumalanga. All 10 AfriCamps tents are built just a few meters from the streaming river and are surrounded by the indigenous forest and birdlife of the Lowveld area. This new AfriCamps destination is a perfect start to access the Panorama route or the Kruger National Park, which are both two of the most popular tourist attractions in South Africa. Check availability and book now.

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AfriCamps at Mackers Highlights

Sabie River

Spot over 250 bird species, try your luck at fishing, go hiking or just relax to the lulling sounds of the Sabie River flowing past your tent.

Infinity pool

Spend the warm afternoons cooling off in the new AfriCamps infinity pool, or relax in one of our deck chairs.

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Spa Treatments

Book a relaxing spa treatment in the comfort of your tent. Book in advance with your hosts who will happily assist with rates and bookings.

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Kruger National Park Tour

Go for a safari in the world-famous Kruger National Park! Spot the Big 5 with your highly experienced guide who has vast knowledge of the area, the animals, trees, grasses and plants.

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Panorama Tour

See the spectacular views of Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, Three Rondawels and the famous Bourke’s Luck Potholes – all in one tour!

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Must do’s at AfriCamps at Pat Busch

A stay at AfriCamps is not just about glamping. It is a chance to experience the surroundings, taste the local produce and simply unwind in nature. AfriCamps at Pat Busch offers the most breathtaking mountain views and plenty of ways to explore the mountain up close. Get closer to the fynbos, streams, mountain dams and birdlife. Explore the surrounding wine farms famous for award-winning wines, or just have fun with the family, swimming the day away.

Here are a few activities to tick off during your stay at AfriCamps at Pat Busch…

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Swimming

During our hot summer days nothing is better than going for a dip. The salt water pool is a favourite among the kids. Keep an eye on them from the sun beds while soaking up the rather magnificent mountain views (you can’t really go anywhere at Pat Busch without being surrounded by the majestic Langeberg Mountains.) Get a spot of shade beneath our sun covers, stretch out on a sun bed and get lost in a good book.

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Thrill seekers might prefer to cool off in our farm dam after a hike or mountain bike ride. Our farm dam is located beyond the tents at the top of the property. You will also find row boats and kayaks available for rent. Try your luck at catching Bass and Tilipia (strictly catch-and-release). 

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Mountain Biking

Rent a bike for a half-day or a full-day to explore the farm and the surrounding area. How does a wine tour by mountain bike sound? A 30km route takes you past some of our neighbouring wine farms for tastings or meals. Book your bike with us in advance (helmets included).

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Hiking

When arriving at Pat Busch, you can already spot some of the trails leading up the mountain. These can be quite intimidating, but fear not, there are trails for all fitness levels! These hiking trails are not open to the public, so you can hike in complete privacy. Make sure you pack enough water, power snacks, good hiking boots, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses. 

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Guided Day Hike

Duration: 2,5 – 3 hours

An early start is advisable because in high summer months the temperatures can reach up to 40 degrees. A qualified field guide will walk with you through the area. During this hike he will tell you everything that you want to know about the local fauna and flora! *Minimum of 2 adults. Subject to prior arrangement and availability.

Self-Guided Hiking Trails

There are also three self guided hiking trails on the property. On arrival at AfriCamps you can find information on the various hikes inside the welcome book in your tent. !

Middelrug Trail

Duration: 3 – 4 hours

The hike begins at the farm dam just beyond the tents. This is a fantastic trail to hike in the morning, not only because of the cool weather but also for the sunrise. The hike will return along the stream and kloof.  The hike is quite steep but other than that not difficult.

Hermit’s Ridge Trail

Duration: 2 – 3 hours

Hermit’s Ridge Trail is named after the legend of an old hermit who used to live in the Langeberg Mountains. The story goes that he hoarded a fortune in Kruger Rands and the secret of this treasure was lost when he died. Start at the gate near Oak Cottage where the trail takes you deeper through the Poplar Forest where, if the legend is true, the treasure can still be found. This trail from bottom to top should take about 2-3 hours, but don’t forget to add on the return time for returning via Karin’s trail.

Karin Trail

Duration: 2 – 3 hours

This beautiful hike is named after Pat Busch’s wife, Karin Busch. You can choose to continue this hike from the top of Hermit’s Ridge Trail, or follow the trail there & back. This popular trail follows the mountain streams along shaded valleys. Indigenous trees, boulders and the gurgling stream are your companions.

Watch the sunset

Sunsets at AfriCamps at Pat Busch Mountain Reserve are simply one of the best sunsets you will ever see. Watching the sun disappear behind the mountains, see the sky change colour from orange to pink. There are simply no words to describe it! Make yourself comfortable in one of the comfy deck chairs outside and watch the sun slowly going down. (A glass of Robertson’s finest wine will make it even more special.)

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Guided Wine Tour

Last but not least, Pat Busch Mountain Reserve offers a guided wine tour which starts at the property. This tour shows you around the beautiful sights and tastes of the Robertson Wine Valley. And no worries about driving! Your chauffeur will drive you all the way to the world-famous wine cellars. Lunch, wine tastings and an underground cellar tour is included. If you want to extend your tour with a boat trip along the Breede Rivier, your guide is happy to add that in the tour. All tours can be tailor made to suit your preferences. A minimum of 2 persons is required for a guided tour.  *Subject to availability and prior arrangement.

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We look forward to host you at AfriCamps at Pat Busch. For more information and bookings click here.

5 summer activities to try while glamping at Kam’Bati

Summer is here and we can’t wait for the holidays to be in full swing! AfriCamps at Kam’Bati truly comes alive in the holiday season when families take the open roads to go glamping. Kam’Bati is especially well-loved among families and there’s plenty of reasons why.

AfriCamps at Kam’Bati is situated on an Overberg farm, Jubileeskraal, about 20km west of Swellendam, perfectly located to kick off your Garden Route holiday and only a 2.5-hour drive from Cape Town. Whether you join us for your first or last Garden Route stop, AfriCamps at Kam’Bati is definitely worth a visit. With its three swimming pools and a majestic river, Kam’Bati is one of our favourite places to cool off during these hot summer days.

Take a look at our top 5 summer activities at AfriCamps at Kam’Bati to get you in the summer mood:

Stay cool by the pool

After a long drive, drop your bags in the tent, turn the aircon on (yes, there is air-conditioning in the tents!) and relax for a few minutes while making yourself at home. When you’re ready – go for a dip in one of our pools!

There’s a pool especially for the toddlers with 3 small slides. The pool is shallow and perfect for the little ones to play for hours. For the older kids, we have a slightly deeper pool with 3 longer slides. Sorry parents, these slides are only for kids. If braving the steps slowly and calmly, or getting lost in a book on a lounger NEXT to the pool is more your thing, we’ve got a pool for you too.River Adventures

The Breede and Sonderend Rivers meet on the property which means plenty of river fun awaits. Rent a canoe at reception or bring your own. Pack a picnic and your fishing rod and spend the whole afternoon on the river.

The kids will love the rush of adrenaline from jumping off the jetty or swinging from the rope into the river (remember to check the water level first.)

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Kam’Bati Putt-Putt course

After a day full of swimming and splashing, see if you can beat your family in an exciting game of putt-putt. Our 8-hole course is a perfect way to spend your summer days on the property.

Add a little twist by setting special rules. The winner doesn’t have to do the dishes, right? Time to start practicing those putting skills!

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Traditional AfriCamps Braai

Light the fire for a traditional South African braai. Kam’Bati offers great braai packs with something in it for the whole family. You can enjoy a 200g Rump steak, sausage, chicken kebab, beetroot salad, potato or pasta salad with a garlic & cheese roll, but remember to pre-order when you book your stay.

If you’d rather braai your own creations, take a look at our exciting braai recipes for some inspiration – tried, tested and loved by our contributors, the AfriCamps camp owners.

Leave a little space for braaiing marshmallows or making s’mores! Go back in time and reminisce about being a kid again, you’re never be too old for a braaied marshmallow. Yummy!!

When night falls, turn off all the lights and look up at all the star constellations. Who will be first to spot the Southern Cross?

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Breede River Rafting

For those seeking something a bit more adventurous, Xama Adventures offers a river rafting tour on the Breede River. The river rafting trip includes a light lunch and a safety briefing before launching your 2-man inflatable raft onto the water. Xama Adventures also offers a full day fishing trip

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With so many activities right here at Kam’Bati, you don’t even have to leave the camp – but Swellendam is a quick drive away and offers many more things to do. Keep an eye on the Swellendam Tourism Page for updates on activities and events in the area or check your welcome book on arrival for our top picks of activities nearby.

See you at AfriCamps at Kam’Bati!

AfriCamps at Mackers, Hazyview is officially open!

On the 1st of July 2018, AfriCamps welcomed the first guests to their newest camp – AfriCamps at Mackers in Hazyview, Mpumalanga. Hazyview has officially joined our list of glamping locations, making it the first of many planned locations outside of the Cape.

If you’ve been to any of our boutique glamping camps, you will know that our 5-sleeper, two-bedroom tents are pure luxury. Complete with a kitchen and bathroom, air-conditioning and a closed combustion fire place, these are no ordinary tents and you’re in for a glamping experience to remember.

You will find this self-catering escape between the Kruger National Park and the magnificent Panorama Route – two of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.

Tours for these (and more) experiences can be pre-booked and you will be collected and dropped off from your doorstep. From hiking to hammocking, exploring the rapids and rock formations along the river, cooling off in the on-site pool or even booking a spa treatment in the comfort of your tent – you will find it all at Mackers

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Ten glamping tents face an exceptionally beautiful part of the Sabie River. Wake up just meters from the streaming water and step outside to your surroundings of lush green grass and indigenous forest. This idyllic location ensures glampers will find loads of adventure outdoors, whilst returning to the comfort of our fully equipped tents for some well-deserved rest.

The owners, Ryan and Michelle Mc Kain eagerly welcomed their first guests this week. Guests were welcomed with bubbly, something sweet for the kids and something a bit stronger for those late nights by the fire. The Mc Kain’s even added a few charming extra touches, like Michelle’s honesty shop and a complimentary herb garden for guests to use.

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We wish Ryan and Michelle all the best on their new adventure and welcome all glampers to experience Mpumalanga’s beautiful lush surroundings in true AfriCamps style. Visit AfriCamps at Mackers in July and August 2018 from only R595 per person sharing. We can’t wait to show more guests this remarkable spot.

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Blog post: AfriCamps at Ingwe

There are few places in South Africa that could be called paradise. One springs to mind, especially for those who are familiar with the popular resort of Plettenberg Bay. Conveniently situated only within half an hour from this town is a gem of a destination, The Crags.

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(Click here to go to our camp page  in the Crags or continue reading this blog post below)

You will be almost overwhelmed with the plethora of activities, adventures and places to visit. A definite favourite for locals and tourists alike is the boutique wine estate, Bramon Wine Estate.As the first wine estate in The Crags, they pioneered vineyards with their first vines, Sauvignon Blanc, resulting in Plettenberg Bay being classified as a Wine of origin region.

Winning awards both nationally and internationally (most recently double gold in 2015), this family run estate lead to the birth of Plettenberg Bay’s own Bubbly and Wine Route

The aspiring owners Peter and Caroline Thorpe hope to create a ‘Sparkling Wine Route’ in the near future. Enjoy the restaurant uniquely set in the vineyards and gardens overlooking the Elephant Sanctuary and Tsitsikamma Mountains; or the cathedral-like cellar.

For the more adventurous, the pristine indigenous forest of AfriCamps at Ingwe offers a haven for plant, bird and animal life and is a very special location to restore your soul. Relish in a pre-hike breakfast or lunch picnic as you are guided along a hiking trail in the natural forest, hearing about the flora and fauna of the region. Or savor celebratory sundowners as part of your hike.

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The Eden to Addo Corridor, being the most bio-diverse corridor in the world, passes through a portion of the farm where AfriCamps at Ingwe is situated.

For the intrepid adventurer, the family hike with the Eco Warriors is guaranteed to quench your thirst for adventure and exploration and is also for a good cause, namely the Green Ticket

Orienteering, trail running, mountain biking and horse riding are also among the numerous activities on offer. Or plant a tree in support of the local NPO. For those wanting a restful time, soak up the tranquil sounds of nature, breath in the fresh air and enjoy the spectacular forest, mountains and calm surroundings.Discover delightful water adventures with the Keurbooms River Gorge, Bitou River & Wetland and Keurbooms Lagoon; all offering guided canoeing eco adventures. The Keurbooms River Nature Reserve is a world heritage site with sightings of ververt monkeys, blue duiker, mongoose, grysbok and the elusive leopard. This is best suited for the active traveller who loves the outdoors while having fun on the water. Each of these canoeing adventures offers something distinctive.

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Paddle on the lagoon, venture to the other side to visit Keurbooms beach or canoe to either the Bitou or Keurbooms River. In and around the lagoon there is lots of wildlife to be seen, such as flamingos, spoonbills and oyster catchers.

The Keurbooms River Gorge is one of the most beautiful in the world, with numerous secluded beaches amidst the natural forest and high gorge solid with vegetation in an untouched atmosphere

Along the way, settle on white beaches with picnic baskets, a good book and a bottle of wine; while the kids safely explore. The Bitou River section winds along a channel through a wetland system, with plenty of birdlife including South Africa’s national bird, the Blue Crane; and the African Fish Eagle. Enjoy the Keurbooms Lagoon with the beauty of Bird Island and the largest breeding colony of Kelp Gulls, amongst other bird species.

One can easily understand now why this region is named the ‘Jewel of the Garden Route’, with its splendid natural selection of beauty in its forests, beaches, lagoons and magnificent mountains.

Activities at each of our AfriCamps camps

If you are planning to visit one of our AfriCamps camps, you should know that the camps also offer some activities.

AfriCamps at Klein Karoo offers you a sunset game drive and stargazing. You can rent mountain bikes and do hikes at AfriCamps at Pat Busch; and you can play putt-putt and enjoy the nice swimming pools at Africamps at Kam’Bati.

Sunset drive in Klein Karoo

Experience a close encounter of the fauna and flora (excellent bird watching opportunity) of the Little Karoo with our specialist guide. During the drive there is the possibility to view some wildlife and ending the day with a beautiful sunset over the mountains. Thereafter returning to your tent for dinner. Duration +- 2 hours. This is all including drinks and snacks.

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Star gazing

Join us for a fascinating 45 minutes tour of the Southern Celestial Hemisphere at the comfort of your own tent (Subject to availability, amount in group and clear skies). And enjoy the beautiful starry sky of Oudtshoorn.Thank you Fabrice Debatty for the picture

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Rent a Mountain bike at AfriCamps at Pat Busch

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In 2014 we purchased two new Axis 90 mountain bikes with front suspension & Shimano 18 speed parts. These bikes are great quality and very comfortable.Try out some fun mountain bike action over the weekend or explore the Klaasvoogds Valley by cycling to nearby restaurants for breakfast or drinks. Bike rental includes helmets.

Hiking in our private mountains

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Beautiful scenery awaits the nature lover! The reserve offers several trails, from mountain fynbos & protea hikes to kloof hikes along wooded streams. Hiking trails are not open to the public – exclusively for the enjoyment of our overnight guests so that guests can walk or hike in complete safety. Each cottage has a detailed map of our trails. Please remember to never hike alone, and to be prepared with enough food & water, good hiking boots, common sense and a jacket. Take nothing but photos and leave nothing but footprints. Hikes take 3-5 hours and can be difficult. 

Swim at AfriCamps at Kam’Bati

There are 3 swimming pools and water slides at Kam’Bati. The relatively new (Jan Hagen) landscaped entertainment area is situated at the old conference centre parking area in the middle of the resort. Besides that there are some nice play areas next to it. For the parents there is a new pool lounge to relax in while the kids are playing!

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Play putt-putt

Next to the swimming pool you can find the putt-putt hole course, this course consists of 8 holes. This is fun for the kids and adults who can thoroughly enjoy it! So as you can see you don’t have to leave the property to have an awesome stay at AfriCamps at Kam’Bati! If you want to know more, check our website here!

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Enjoy your AfriCamps stay with us!

Top 7 Things To Do in Stanford

We are opening a new AfriCamps glamping location in Stanford! It’s a great place and there are a lot of things that you can do in this area. We’ve made a selection for you, of our highlights of things you must do during your stay in Stanford.

1. Whale Watching

From June until November, Southern Right whales are highly visible along the Cape south coast, making this the perfect time of year for a whale-watching trip. You can do these trips at several companies near Stanford but you don’t even have to go out on a boat to see them because Hermanus, overlooking Walker Bay, is considered to be the best land-based whale watching spot in the world. Southern Rights often come in close to the shoreline, sometimes appearing only metres from the shore. Hermanus’ cliffs offer an incomparable viewing point.

You can also do a whale-watching from the sky! It’s a unique experience to see the whales from the air.

2. Shark Diving

Go shark cage diving close to Stanford to see these amazing creatures. The area around Stanford is known for the numerous sharks who visit this area. You can go on a half day tour with a shark diving company, where you will go into a cage and see sharks up close!

3. Wine Tasting – Stanford Wine Route

The Stanford Wine Route officially launched late 2015 and is seen as one of the up and coming wine routes in South Africa. This close-knit group of wine farms with their cooler temperatures have produced outstanding wines over recent years. This wine route meanders through the Stanford valley and each wine farm welcomes you into their tasting room. The Stanford Wine Route encompasses Springfontein Wine Estate, Raka (try the Biography Shiraz), Brunia, Boschrivier, Sir Robert Stanford, Stanford Hills, and Lomond Wines.

As with the other wine routes, this one holds a number of smaller wine festivals throughout the year with the Stanford Stumble being one of the known favourites.

 4. River cruising

River cruises are a relaxing way to spend the day. These cruises will take you through the Klein River and will offer you breathtaking views of the Klein River Mountains. Relax on the boat, braai, jump in the river or get pulled along in a tube. These cruises cater for everyone. If you are lucky you can spot 129 species of birds who make this area their home. There are a few companies in this area who arrange these river cruises. Platanna: www.platanna.com or African Queen: www.africanqueenstanford.co.za and River Rat www.riverratstanford.wordpress.com

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5. Horse Riding

One of the best and most highly recommended ways to explore this beautiful area is by horseback. These horse riding tours will allow you to escape into nature for one, two or three-hour tours.

6. Hiking & mountain biking

Fancy a bit of adventure, why not go into the mountains for a nice hike or a mountain bike ride. This is an incredibly beautiful area and you will not get bored for a second. You will find these hiking and mountain bike trails all around Stanford.

Stanford is home to beautiful indigenous flora and fauna which make this area a delight to explore. For all the mountain bike enthusiasts this area covers part of a few famous mountain bike races, the most famous being the Cape EPIC.

7. Cape Agulhas

You are spoilt for beauty when you head through to Stanford as the surrounding areas are all spectacular. Cape Agulhas being one of them. This is the southern-most tip of Africa, perfect for a day trip to see the point where the Atlantic ocean and the Indian ocean meet.

Our fourth camp, AfriCamps at Stanford Hills Estate is set to open later on this year. Check into our Facebook page for more info on bookings and launch dates.

Introducing Stanford Hills Estate

This week we announced our next location, Stanford Hills Estate. Time to break out the champagne and get excited because this location is packed with beauty and a wide range of activities to keep both young and old entertained.

Take a look at this sneak peek of this stunning location. Video by James Yeats and Mattis Hansen.

Can you picture yourself walking through this beautiful estate, grabbing lunch at the Tasting Room, swimming in the dam or exploring via horseback?

Stanford itself is located 2 hours from Cape Town. This quaint town is on the banks of the Klein River. This area is becoming a known highlight by foodies who flock there for their delicious food, found in both the markets and restaurants in the area.

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One of the highlights on this property is their restaurant, The Tasting Room, which uses local organic and free-range products.

Besides the delicious food and wine at Stanford Hills Estate, there are a number of activities which will make your stay memorable.

From horse riding to swimming in the dam, fishing, hiking and you can even take to the skies and go whale watching in the private plane.

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AfriCamps Stanford Hills Glamping South Africa
AfriCamps Stanford Hills Glamping South Africa

“The perfect getaway for people who appreciate the simple things in life.”

Like our Facebook Page to keep up to date with all the info on AfriCamps launch dates and bookings for this camp.

Glamping: Top 10 Things Not To Bring

No struggling with your stuff just come and relax in your fully equipped tent! That’s what glamping is all about. We have made a top 10 list of things, you definitely do not need to bring when you’re staying with us at AfriCamps!

Bed linen & towels

We have you covered. You don’t need to bring your own bed linen or towels. Each tent had 3 nice beds where you (and your children) can relax after a day of fun activities around the camp. We also have fresh towels which you can use after your shower in your own tent!

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Flipflops for the bathroom

No walking to a public bathroom because you have your own! It’s not glamping unless you have your own private bathroom. Easy!

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Electric blankets

No getting cold at AfriCamps. We have lovely electric blankets to keep you warm. During the winter it can be cold in South Africa at night and electric blankets will help you to sleep well.

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Firewood, Braai Grills

Each tent has its’ own wood stove inside and braai area outside. Don’t worry about bringing a grill, tongs or oven mitts.

The word braai is Afrikaans for “barbeque” or “roast” and is a social custom in South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia.

Stove

No, no, no! Leave it at home. Each tent has his own fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to have a pleasant stay.

“We have everything AND the kitchen sink”

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Food

Next to your braai and kitchen, you can also order the breakfast! Fun fact: every AfriCamp has a different breakfast pack each filled with its own qualities, yum!

Fan

No need to pack a fan. During the hot days and nights, you can use the air-conditioning which is installed in each of our tents to keep you cool!

Flashlight

It’s not necessary to bring your own flashlight. Our tents are equipped with lighting and electricity so you will never be in the dark.

Wine glasses

Ever go on holiday and had a moment of sadness as you poured a nice bottle of wine into a tumbler or beer glass.

Don’t bring wine glasses because we have them! Just sit down, relax and enjoy the view. You can also do a wine route during your stay at AfriCamps Robertson, Pat Busch Mountain Reserve.

Stress

Leave your stress at home, you are not going to need it.

Anything else?

Become curious? Have a look at our website and book your stay at AfriCamps

Top 5 things to do in Robertson

What is the first thing that comes to mind when we say Robertson? It must be wine. Known for it’s wine tasting and beautiful views, this town in the Western Cape of South Africa offers much more than just your odd wine tasting on route down the coast. Have a look at our list of highlights in the area and extend your stay for a few days to explore this area more thoroughly.

Here is our list of the 5 things to do in Robertson.

1. Wine time

Robertson is known as a wine valley, so of course, you have to do a wine tour. But which tour do you have to do? We definitely recommend the Viljoensdrift wine tour. This tour is nestled in the south of the Elandsberg Mountains. The main benefit of the tour is the possibility to do the tour on a boat down the river.

Beautiful picture by  @guy_mcdonald

2. Wine Festivals

Every first Thursday of June the Robertson wine valley will host the Wacky Wine Weekend festival. The festival takes place over 4 days and with over 40 wineries participating. Boutique wineries and tourist establishments showcase the valley’s award-winning wines. Thousands of wine lovers come to this lovely festival. For around R150 you are allowed to visit this festival every day. You also get a glass, water and a tasting voucher at every winery.

Photo Credit @WackyWineWeekend.

Another popular festival is called the Wine on the river festival, which will take place every second Friday of October. This festival is known as the “most beautiful wine festival” because this festival takes place on the riverside farm of Goudmyn and gives wine lovers the opportunity to taste more than 250 wines from 30 wineries. The ticket prices are between R90 till R180 a day and R190 till R250 for the entire weekend.

3. Best view of Robertson

Want the best view of Robertson then head over and do the tractor trip in Montague. This tractor trip is Nestled at the foot of the majestic Langeberg mountain range. 

“The tractor, pulling its load of sightseers, meanders its way up the Landeberg Mountain, reaching an altitude of 1500m above sea level. On the way up you will have a bird’s eye view of the Koo Valley and, once at the top, you can look down into the Robertson Valley.”

For more information check it here.

A really nice picture by @Amanteco_almonds

4. Cacti world

If you want to do something different, then you have to visit the world’s largest hedge-maze.This botanical garden is chosen as one of four best botanical gardens in South Africa. A really nice part of this garden is the possibility to do a guided tour, where you can do a ‘’flower tasting’’ and you get to hug a cactus. This entrance has to be booked online here.

Amazing photos by @ninadupl

5. Fly in the air

If you are looking for an adrenaline rush then you have to go skydiving. Skydive Robertson is one of the longest running Parachute Association of South Africa (PASA) approved dropzone. You can do 2 different falls from 3.500 ft to 11.000 ft. Are you already excited? Book it here.

So come for the beauty, the nature, the wine and get some rest in this beautiful part of South Africa, Robertson is just one of the many gems along the Western Cape of South Africa. With our third location, AfriCamps at Pat Busch Mountain Reserve situated in Robertson we are sure that you will find these activities and many others to keep you entertained when you come and stay with us.