Nestled amongst the indigenous flora of Namaqualand, Agama Tented Camp is located in Garies in the Northern Cape Region. This camp features an outdoor pool and views of the surrounding mountains. Each of the electricity-free tents at Agama has a private bathroom with a shower and a flush toilet. Bed linen is offered and each tent boasts a spacious deck. Lanterns are provided in the tents. Dinner and breakfast are served in the dining area, powered by a generator and solar panels. Guests can relax and enjoy a drink by the pool side in the hot summer months. Namaqualand is renowned for its floral season, and the Skilpad and Namaqua National Park is located within 50 km of Agama Tented Camp.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
5.0
High score for Garies
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  • Daniel
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Amazing location in the Greater Namaqua NP area. Lovely hosts make sure that you feel very comfortable. I definitely will come again!
  • Ewa
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The location of the tents is exceptional, surrounded by the farm hills. Victor and Linda are great hosts! We loved your food, Linda, the best bobotie ever! Victor, thanks for being super barman and DJ 😉
  • Marilyn
    South Africa South Africa
    The secludedness of the location. The beautiful surroundings and the great hosts

Host Information

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

A world away from the lush, safari-visited jungles and plains of Africa, Namaqualand, a largely unknown and overlooked corner of South Africa offers a beauty unsurpassed by all else. Agama Tented Camp invites you to experience this drought-ravaged wilderness both in and out its world-renowned floral season. The bush camp is based 20km north of Garies and accommodates 14 people. The comfortable tented accommodation all have their own private bathrooms and spacious decks from where you can absorb this relatively unexplored part of the country. Whether it is an early morning drive, sundowners with breathtaking views, a hike or huddled around a fire in the Kookskerm (Boma), Agama Tented Camp will touch all your senses and offer you an unforgettable experience. Agama Tented Camp is a bush camp, a breakaway, skillfully hidden in a secluded “kloof”. It does not intrude into the world of the wild, it is part of it. Here up to 14 guests at a time can relax, unwind and totally enjoy the refreshing experience of becoming part of the bush, with a variety of small game and Gemsbuck, while enjoying sundowners as the kaleidoscope of day gives way to the blackness of night and stars, only a touc
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Agama Dining Area
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Facilities of Agama Tented Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    • Room service
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Pool with view
    • Pool bar
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Agama Tented Camp takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 18:30

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 12 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and older are allowed)

    Mastercard Visa Cash Agama Tented Camp accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note, Agama Tented Camp is accessible via a 10 km dirt road.

    There is limited cell phone reception in the area and the tents do not have electricity. Lanterns are provided in the tents, however guests should bring their own torches and head lamps. The dining area is powered by a generator and solar panels.

    Please inform Agama Tented Camp in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Agama Tented Camp

    • Agama Tented Camp has 1 restaurant:

      • Agama Dining Area

    • Agama Tented Camp offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Game drives
      • Swimming Pool

    • Agama Tented Camp is 5 miles from the centre of Garies. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Agama Tented Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Check-in at Agama Tented Camp is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.