Luxury Living in The Bush and Beyond

When it comes to getting close to nature, camping is the way to go. There is something magical about sleeping in a canvas tent, with the sounds of wildlife outside, knowing that the only thing between you and them is a fabric wall. However, we know what you are probably thinking: camping is uncomfortable and not exactly how you want to spend your holiday! But hear us out – you don’t have to be Bear Grylls to be able to enjoy the wilderness. What if we could combine all the creature comforts of being in a luxury lodge, with the exciting experience of sleeping in a tent? This new craze which is fast taking over the travel industry is called ‘glamping’ and is one of the best ways to experience the African bush, without forgoing the luxury. What is a glamping safari? While ‘glamping’ and ‘safari’ aren’t generally two words that you’d expect to find in the same sentence, the definition of this relatively new form of travel is quite self-explanatory. In a nutshell, it’s glamorous cam...

We love all thing camping. The luxurious way - from glamping tents to  eco tents . We found this article on a variety of luxury tented camps in the Western Cape, South Africa. Truly inspiring! Enjoy the read.   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 uniqu...