Escape to nature in style: 10 unique glamping spots in the Western Cape
Welcome to the Western Cape, where adventure meets luxury in the form of unique glamping spots. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind experience that combines the thrill of camping with the comfort of a hotel then you should definitely keep reading.
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Wake up in nature, without having to forego your daily luxuries.
As life becomes louder and more chaotic, escaping into nature – without having to forego creature comforts – has become ever more appealing. Say hello to glamping (glam camping)!
INSIDE GUIDE
The 30 Best Weekend Getaways Near Cape Town
Canvas Collective Africa is taking glamping up a (tent) peg or two with ultra-luxe tents and hyper-local fine dining in some of the Cape’s most beautiful wilderness locations.
INSIDE GUIDE
THE FOUR ABSOLUTE BEST WILDFLOWER LODGES
Despite the perfect location, the joys of Canvas Collective are not limited only to flowers. After a long day shooting happy flowery snaps, the staff at CCA lights a roaring fire where sunset drinks are served under the open sky – in true safari style. Each canvas tent is plush and cozy, contemporary and wonderfully warm with electric blankets and fan heaters. Breakfast can be served in bed, paired with a glass of chilly bubbles or piping hot coffee
Bespoke Sarafi Co
Wild glamping way off the beaten track
“Our goal was to provide the perfect staycation for glampers who relish camping but prefer not to be parted from their creature comforts,” says Stern. “It’s like a bonsai hotel experience complete with continental breakfasts in bed and artisan coffee or mimosa cocktails.”
Daily Maverick – 28 June 2022
FOOD ALCHEMY MEETS LUXURY GLAMPING
Author, Celebrity Chef and Food Alchemist Peter Goffe-Wood has partnered with the newly launched immersive glamping experience Canvas Collective Africa for a once-in-a-life-time Fathers’ Day weekend in Botrivier.
Spice 4 Life
Haute glamping launched across the Cape
Canvas Collective Africa has launched a unique travel experience combining ‘glamping’ with fine gastronomy, ten portable luxury tents and a fully mobile restaurant, travelling around the Western Cape.
Canvas Collective Africa is owned by Samara Stern and Dez Lundy, who designed The Posh Tent and Field Kitchen wilderness experiences to be bespoke experiences.
Tourist Update – 09 June 2022
Looking for a glamping experience? Canvas Collective Africa offers the ultimate luxe pop-up field glamping offerings
“Our launch locations in the Overberg, the Cederberg and the Swartland have been carefully picked to ensure the perfect weekend getaway – dream escapes in tranquil environments away from the hustle and bustle of city life,” says Co-founder Samara Stern.
Glamour South Africa – 08 June 2022
The GQ guys guide to a glamping experience this winter
Canvas Collective Africa takes luxury to the next level with ambient accommodation, offering ten gorgeous canvas tents that are stylishly furnished with all the mod cons and state of the art amenities that create an intimate mobile campsite feel.
GQ South Africa – 08 June 2022
PODCAST – Travel: Glamping with Canvas Collective Africa
Author, Celebrity Chef and Food Alchemist Peter Goffe-Wood has partnered with the newly launched immersive glamping experience Canvas Collective Africa for a once-in-a-life-time Fathers’ Day weekend in Botrivier.
Cape Talk – 07 June 2022
TAKE A LOOK | This luxury tent lodge travels around the Western Cape – with fine-dining restaurant
South Africa’s latest luxury field glamping experience was recently launched in the Western Cape’s Overberg region. But it won’t stay here for long, as lavish tents, a fine-dining restaurant, and a wood-fired hot tub all travel to some of the province’s most scenic spots.
Business Insider SA – 04 June 2022
Canvas Collective Africa launches luxury pop-up field glamping
Canvas Collective Africa takes luxury to the next level with ambient accommodation, offering ten gorgeous canvas tents that are stylishly furnished with all the mod cons and state of the art amenities that create an intimate mobile campsite feel.
Jozi Style – 17 May 2022
Canvas Collective Africa launches luxury pop-up field glamping
Canvas Collective Africa takes luxury to the next level with ambient accommodation, offering ten gorgeous canvas tents that are stylishly furnished with all the mod cons and state of the art amenities that create an intimate mobile campsite feel.
Gauteng Lifestyle Mag – 17 May 2022
A FEAST IN THE VELD
Launched as part of Canvas Collective Africa’s roving luxury- camp offering, The Field Kitchen sees chef Gregory Henderson, renowned for his biome-specific food, cook up hyper-local cuisine for the sophisticated camper.
WANTED – 06 May 2022
Introducing Canvas Collective Africa’s Posh Tent and The Field Kitchen wilderness experiences, a journey into gloriously remote locations merging haute camping with fine cuisine and the great outdoors.
Embrace the opportunity to go off-grid without any compromise on comfort, gastronomy, and style.
IOL – 16 March 2022
Starry skies and the beauty of nature at this all-inclusive wilderness escape.
Migrating through the year from one exquisite location to the next, Canvas Collective Africa keeps its footprint feather-light. The camp’s maiden site is near Bot River in the Overberg, an unspoilt tranche of farmland with mountain views. From July to September, the camp transfers to the Biedouw Valley in the Cederberg, in time for the transition from winter to spring-flower season. Then October to December sees summer in the Witzenberg region near Tulbagh, with views of lush vines and majestic mountains.
Inside Guide
PODCAST – Luxury Camping from Canvas Collective Africa
Guest: Dez Lundy | Owner of Canvas Collective
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CANVAS COLLECTIVE AFRICA LAUNCHES LUXURY POP-UP FIELD GLAMPING
“Our goal is to provide the perfect staycation for glampers who relish camping but prefer not to be parted from their creature comforts,” she adds. “It’s like a bonsai hotel experience complete with continental breakfasts in bed and artisan coffee or mimosa cocktails. Enjoy after dark campfire stories with potstill brandies in hand before heading to a cosy bed and discovering in-tent midnight snacks.”
Spice 4 Life
