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AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

2.0 star property

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A hot tub with a wooden exterior, surrounded by a wooden deck and a stone pathway, overlooking a scenic hillside.
A cozy interior with a dining area, kitchen, and living space, featuring wooden floors and green cabinets.
A small, single-story cabin with a sloped roof, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of a hilly landscape.
A swimming pool with a slide, surrounded by a grassy area and a hill in the background.
A cozy indoor setting with a sofa, a small table, and a wood-burning stove.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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AfriCamps at Gowan, Valley Guest Farm R103, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Place, Michaelhouse Nature Reserve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Fordoun Spa
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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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. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a rainfall showerhead and premium bedding. A sitting area, a coffee/tea maker and a wardrobe or cupboard are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free campsite offers an outdoor pool, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues 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 - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 25 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Abingdon Wine Estate - 25 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Fordoun Spa - 25 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piggly Wiggly Farm Stall - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Piggly Wiggly Coffee Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blueberry Café - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Caversham Mill Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ultra Stop - ‬20 min drive

About this property

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping offers its guests 5 hot tubs and an outdoor pool. 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 a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • 5 hot tubs
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 155 for adults and ZAR 200 for children

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ziplining 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cleaning fee: ZAR 300 per accommodation, per stay.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 155 for adults and from ZAR 200 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

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?

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping has an outdoor 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.

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

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
What a wonderful 2 nights, so peaceful and fun
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyron

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The glamping tents have everything you need for a happy stay. The hot tub is amazing. Loved tubing on the river, and the walks. Excellent location to wander the Midlands Meander.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Clean and comfortable accommodation. Great breakfast and braai packs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aslam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Meetva

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nomfundo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020