Luxury Living in The Bush and Beyond

Western Cape Tented Camps … before you shake your head at the thought of having to slum it in a tent, tented camps are anything but the camping holiday that first comes to mind. Many have solid furniture, feather duvets, hot running water and electricity. Most have en suite bathrooms and kitchens, and some even have the odd plunge pool. They’re designed for comfort and a good night’s sleep. In fact, they’re not unlike the level of comfort you would expect from a hotel or guest house . Have a look at these Western Cape Tented Camps perfect for a Glamping Weekend… … IN THE KAROO Glen Eden Farm, Montagu This farm’s glamp site has a charming teepee and hand-made gypsy wagon with its own private bathroom, kitchen, fire pit and dining area. A unique experience. Buffalo drift, Gouda Private tents on the banks of the Berg River, Buffalo Drift farm offers seclusion and romance without the usual price tag in these en-suite tents, each with its own stretch of the river. ...

Find luxury and style in the middle of Mother Nature by visiting these top luxurious tented camp destinations across South Africa. Glamping is luxury camping at its finest. 1. Marataba Safari Lodge Marakele National Park In the breathtaking Waterberg mountain range just 3½ hours from Johannesburg, Marataba Safari Lodge has 15 luxury tented suites , each with a private view of plains and berg. Each tent has a large private bathroom area, indoor and outdoor shower, and a free-standing bath with a view to die for. The large king-size bed opens onto a wooden deck where we sat and listened to the call of the African Hoopoe. The birdlife is abundant, and Malachite and Woodland Kingfisher, Yellow-billed Hornbill and Little Bee-eater were just some of what we spotted. Two daily game drives are given by expert guides around 23 000 hectares of private concession. A journey of giraffe crossed our path, before we sighted other magnificent beasts including hippo, wildebeest, zebra, impala...