Saturday, May 02, 2009

Tia Ghee




They promise luxury and leisure. And after our four nights in a game park and a full day's driving, this tented camp was exactly what we needed. It lies in a kloof just outside Patensie. In answer to the inevitable 'where?', this is a mission originated village near Port Elizabeth that sees the beginning/end of the beautiful Baviaanskloof (which is our next adventure). Kobus and Estelle Kok welcomed us with coffee/tea before taking us to our 'bedrooms'. These were tents erected on wooden platforms. Inside we found a double bed, duvets, bedside lights, carpets, and a warm snug night's sleep. Their motto is 'listen to the silence' and the stillness of the night was fabulous. The darkness was softened by candlelighted paths, and a communal log fire. Estelle's excellent catering ensured that we went to sleep with full tummys and left the next morning fortified with a marvelous breakfast. A visit well worth repeating.

3 comments:

Cecilia said...

Pete, your travels sound just heavenly. I would love to see your country one day. Thanks for sharing.

Pax, C.

Scout with the Cross said...

You appear to be having a good time. Enjoy!

barbara said...

Wow, this sounds like so much fun! I've always dreamed of visiting Africa...this makes me want to even more!