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Reviews of AfriCamps at Gowan Valley

Guest Farm R103, Balgowan, 3275 Balgowan, South Africa

#6 of 17 hotels in Balgowan

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 209 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: August 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The weather. 🙃 It was too cold

    Peace of mind, true connection with nature and peace

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2025

    9.0
    Tranquil, confortable & great location and views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only small issue was that one of the bedroom doors did not latch which left no privacy for the couples room as it could not stay closed.

    The tents are perfectly equipped, the location is wonderful and tranquil. I loved the wood & coal delivery service (very convenient). The Forest walk is lovely.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2025

    10
    Amazing glampimg
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I went in winter so it was cold but I can’t blame the property for that(it’s the weather). They have a fire place, heated blankets etc so it was awesome

    The tent was well appointed and thought through and it was just beautiful

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2025

    10
    The staff is friendly nd well trained
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The Hot tub

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2025

    8.0
    A fun experience for the whole family - we’ll be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The fridge is small but they do have a cooler box in the kitchen - so don’t forget to buy a bag of ice to keep drinks cool and pack board games/cards.

    Enjoyed the forest walk, hot tub, kids playground, and heated blankets. The staff are very helpful and friendly. I really loved the peaceful setting and layout.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 23, 2025

    9.0
    Africamps was exactly as we had seen in the photos, no complaints
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The money spent on buying wood for the fire place and hot tub :-(

    The location, the view, the hot tub, everything was amazing

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2025

    10
    Peaceful Getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    absolutely nothing

    It was lovely and green and quite which made it very peaceful and a nice getaway from the hustle and bustle of day to day life

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2025

    10
    Serenity, great family time (10/10 - we will return)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights

    None

    Facilities and the surroundings

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing staff, location and accommodation

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2025

    10
    Was a lovely stay and we will back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The oversized hedge in front of Tent 4 blocks the beautiful view.

    The hot tub was relaxing!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2025

    8.0
    Excellent, relaxing and well worht it!
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Personally, possibly warming up the hot tub as a complimentary service would be a nice touch.

    The tents are beautifully situated with terrific views of the valley and the river nearby. There is a lovely playground, pool and dam to keep the kids busy during the day.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2025

    9.0
    Amazing glamping experience. Remote, quiet but very warm thanks to indoor fireplace and outdoor tub
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Some additional coffee and tea supplies, fresh milk and more bottled water would be useful, when reception is closed. But this is not a dislike, just a suggestion.

    Loved the remoteness of our tent and the indoor fireplace. Being so close to the bush was special. Reception staff were very nice. Beautiful venue.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    10
    Fantastic!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Friendly and helpful staff lots of family friendly activities on the property. We particularly enjoyed the hot tub and pool.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2025

    10
    Exceeded expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything that you need for a perfect weekend getaway. The tent is more spacious than expected, with a well equipped kitchen and two sizeable rooms. The unit was immaculately clean, with fresh linens, towels and extra blankets provided. The wood fired hot tub was a fun experience! Located on the lovely Gowan Valley Guest Farm, a gorgeous property where you can enjoy spectacular river views and forest greenery (the short Forest Walk through the property should not be missed!).

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hot tub was fab! We loved that. We also loved walking in nature.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2025

    8.0
    Family and Peace was what was needed and that's what we got.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 1 night

    The price of wood should have been included when advertising

    not applicable

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2025

    8.0
    Best accommodation for glamping with kids
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The Shower in Unit 1 was very blocked. I was recommended to keep windows in bathroom closed for the monkeys but I suggest adding mesh to the windows so they can open cos the bathroom gets very stuffy and hot. There are a lot of flies, which is expected on a farm, but maybe some fly swats or something to help keep them out the tent. These are just minor suggestions. All in all a great stay. Thank you.

    So Great for Nature lovers. Tent on stilts. Camping but with all the luxury you need to feel comfortable. Loves the nature trails, the hot tub, pool area and play park for the kids. Beds were so a clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    10
    Awesome short break!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Being in a tent comes with its challenges, like temperature control. There was an aircon which worked if you closed all the windows. I would have preferred to have fans as they would also help with the flies.

    The place was really great! Our family of three loved it, and our 5-year-old loved swimming in the pool and the hot tub. Conveniently situated between two places of interest which had something for everyone to enjoy.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 8, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Luxury and comfortable in beautiful peacefully setting

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 5, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hidden costs

    Hot tub and forest swing

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 24, 2024

    8.0
    Memorable family weekend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not clean to a standard one would expect at that price point. Hairs in shower and bathroom. Toaster full of crumbs and residue. Pots and pans badly scratched and dirty.

    Super friendly, helpful staff and breathtaking location.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 21, 2024

    10
    Our stay was amazing, would definitely come back.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perhaps specify on bookings that there is an additional R250,00 fee for the hot tub.

    The location was breathtakingly stunning.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 14, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The environment, it's adventurous

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 13, 2024

    10
    The stay was phenomenal 🫶🏼
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet with hot tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I loved everything about the property.

    Stayed in September 2024

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