In the midst of a June winter, we ventured into a downpour in Cape Town for a stunning overnight getaway. Our accommodations were pristine tents, each fitted with its own kitchen amenities, and a platform for admiring the night sky. The central cooking area, or Boma, was exceptionally stocked and spacious enough for hosting a sizable gathering. This sanctuary is an ideal fit for both couples and large parties. We recommend a minimum stay of two nights, setting aside a day to explore the Cape Point Reserve.

The place, amenities, and support from staff were outstanding. Nonetheless, throughout our visit, we were without water in our quarters and lacked heated water in the shared bathing area.

The camp contact me to ask what I will be arriving on the Friday. The directions to the camp was not clear hence I got lost and I eventually arrived the staff were reluctant to let me enter. The reception was not friendly. The kitchenettes were not equipped with a kettle and it had no light to cook at night. Water in showers was intermittently hot and cold. I will not be visiting this camp future.

Comfortable beds with crisp clean linen. Very helpful reception and friendly too. Windy in March so tent flapped quite a bit.

The ‘light on the ground’ design of the camp is an inspiration - kudos to the idea behind camps such as Smitswinkel. It is well run, and staffed by the friendliest people I think I have ever come across in any accommodation I’ve been to. (Zizi and Agnes, you are very special!) The only tweak I would suggest is to inspect the gas geyser at the tents - ours went scalding hot for a minute with lots of promise, only to leave me screaming like a banshee under icy water a minute later. Please continue the amazing work you all do for these camps to survive. Ashley