Africamps at Gowan Valley
AfriCamps at Gowan Valley is nestled in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal’s Midlands Meander route in the Balgowan are surrounded by captivating rolling green hills, endless fields, and mighty river all forming beautiful and mystical surroundings. The camp has an English countryside aura mixed with authentic South African hospitality and features five air-conditioned luxury tents which can sleep a maximum of five people. The tents have private barbecue facilities, wood burning fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, private wood-fired hot tubs and spacious raised viewing decks with magnificent views of the surrounding landscape. Onsite activities include picnics , nature walks through the surrounding indigenous forest where guests can see the iconic enormous 500-year-old Yellowwood tree, hiking trail along the tranquil Mpofana River where swimming and catch and release fishing can be enjoyed. The camp is a perfect base to explore the surrounding tourist attractions like the magnificent Howick and Karkloof falls,the Karkloof canopy tour and the the Nelson Mandela Capture site. Guests can also trek the Midlands on horseback.
Why we like it
Serene picturesque countryside, exhilarating activities and the perfect spot to discover the Midlands and its surrounding areas.
Quick Facts
Accommodation Type: | Self-catering, Camping |
Rates from: | Less than $150 p.p.p.d. |
Camp Size: | Medium |
Max No of Guests: | 25 |
Children Friendly: | Yes |
Minimum Age: | 0 |
Grading and Accreditation
Star Grading: | Not Graded |
Green Rating Accreditation: | No |
Responsible Tourism Certified: | No |
Location
Details | Distance (Km) | Travel Time (Min) | |
Nearest Town | Howick | 23km | 22min |
Nearest Major City | Durban | 122km | 77min |
Nearest Major Airport | King Shaka International Airport | 147km | 101min |
Nearest Hospital | Mediclinic Howick | 21km | 20min |
Park / Reserve
Activities
Primary
Self-drive SafariSecondary
Horse-ridingHiking
Optional
FishingGame Drive
Golf
Facilities
Room
Air conditioningFire place
Camp
This Experience
Safari type
Intimate Nature ExperienceSpecialist Species
BirdingMalaria area
NoSuitable for
CouplesChildren
Families
Small groups
Private group
Where
Area: Kwazulu Natal