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AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

2.0 star property
Campsite in Balgowan with kitchenette and furnished patio

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Exterior
Aerial view
Luxury Tent, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Exterior
Fireplace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Fireplace
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

Explore the area

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AfriCamps at Gowan, Valley Guest Farm R103, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Michaelhouse Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Fordoun Spa
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Exterior

Luxury Tent, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5

About the area

Balgowan

At this campsite, you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and 11.7 km (7.3 mi) from Gowrie Farm Golf Course. Highlights at this campsite include 5 hot tubs, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .Accommodation features a fireplace, a furnished patio and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sitting area, premium bedding and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free campsite offers a terrace, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities and dry cleaning/laundry services. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Balgowan campsite include Sherwood Centre and The Junction.
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What's nearby

  • Michaelhouse Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Abingdon Wine Estate - 18 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Fordoun Spa - 18 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blueberry Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Terbodore Coffee - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Bierfassl Restaurant and Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fable - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Caversham Mill Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

Campsite in Balgowan with kitchenette and furnished patio
AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping offers its guests 5 hot tubs. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping. Self parking is free.

This Balgowan campsite is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
This campsite offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • 5 hot tubs

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 165 for adults and ZAR 125 for children

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 5 units
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 165 for adults and from ZAR 125 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping Campsite
AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping Balgowan
AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping Campsite Balgowan

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping?

Yep, AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping?

As of 18 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping on 11 May 2025 start from NZ$176.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping?

The closest beach to AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping is Craigie Burn Dam (33.1 km).

Does AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping have a pool?

No, this campsite doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping?

This property features 5 hot tubs, as well as premium bedding and a fireplace.

Is AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and free infant beds, it's no surprise that AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping is a winner with our family travellers.

Does AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping?

No, AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aslam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Clean and comfortable accommodation. Great breakfast and braai packs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Sandeep

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Family Glamping

A great experience for the family. The hot tub was amazing, furniture and utensils great. A really comfortable glampibbg adventure
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Meetva

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Nomfundo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020