!Khwa ttu Bush Camp

TRIPADVISOR LISTED BUT UNRATED

Located just 10 kilometres from Darling, this 850-hectare conservation farm and San heritage centre is intersected by the R27 and offers diverse accommodation options. On the inland side of the R27, near reception and the restaurant, is a pair of luxury two-sleeper units sharing an old farm cottage (confusingly called the Guest Houses) – these have great views. On the Atlantic side is self-catering, solar-powered Bush House (sleeps four) as well as two tented options – Bush Camp (sleeps 10) and Bush Lodge (sleeps eight), which are in walking distance, but not within sight, of each other. Of the two tented options, Bush Camp is the winner: five tents, tucked into indigenous bush, linked via a meandering path and sharing charming semi-outdoor ablutions and a traditional boma. (At Bush Lodge, each tent is en-suite and has its own kitchenette.) There are several walking and mountain-bike trails past waterholes that attract a variety of antelope and zebra. It’s heaven for kids of all ages, as well as well-behaved dogs.

ROOM TIP All the tents sleep two but have space for two more mattresses; if you utilise these, Bush Camp and Bush Lodge booked together can sleep 36.

COST Tents from R350 pp sharing, Guest House from R1 000 pp sharing, Bush House from R775 pp sharing. All rates include breakfast. CONTACT 022-492-2998, khwattu.org