Ingonyama Tented Camp

Winelands


The tents here are fairly basic – two single beds and a private bathroom – but it's really about the location. The camp is at Drakenstein Lion Park, a sanctuary for mistreated lions and chimps born in captivity. A traditional braai (barbecue) dinner is available in the evenings and you can wake up and stroll past the lions in the morning.


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