Slowly, I awakened as life filtered into my surroundings. I heard the gentle breeze rustling through the trees nearby, while somewhere in the distance, a colourful Knysna Turaco was making his presence known with his harsh, throaty call.
Soft morning light filtered through the windowpane, and as morning slowly unpeeled herself, I suddenly realised where I was.
I swung myself towards the edge of the bed. It was a new day, and I didn’t want to miss it!
The zip of the tent whined as I tugged at it eagerly, holding back for a moment longer before finally embracing the dawn.
Stepping outside, I was greeted by a view that unfolded in all of nature’s colours. Puffy clouds edged their way over the horizon, while the lush green forest was softly lit by rays of sunlight finding their way through the cracks in the cloud base.
I took a deep breath and let the moment imprint itself on me.
Such beauty!
The picturesque display of the surrounding forest was alluring, and this charming little camp, nestled deep in the Crags region of Plettenberg Bay, created a feeling of discovering a hidden secret, a place still waiting to be found.
I smiled to myself and grabbed my camera. It was time for the adventurous exploration to begin.
The fresh air swirled around me, and dewdrops glistened and sparkled as I moved my feet through the grass.
It was going to be a beautiful day!
Someone explained it to me once, and I think they got it exactly right. It’s like being “indoor-outdoors”. A luxury tent gives you the freedom of being outside, with all the comforts of being indoors.
You simply step into nature and stay there. There are no restrictions. You move with nature, embrace it and become part of the environment around you.
It all feels so effortless. Everything in this environment feels as though it belongs exactly where it is.
The day passes into night, and the campfire glows against the walls of the tent, its shadows dancing and telling the story of my evening activities.
The crackle of the flames accompanies the sizzling of my food as I settle into the reclining chair, enjoying the warmth of my outdoor fire.
The sounds of the bush seem heightened by the darkness. Somewhere in the distance, I hear the Fiery-necked Nightjar calling into the night.
This is escapism at its best.
Thank you www.africamps.com for the wonderful stay and experience. You truly make Africa a place to enjoy.
The Travelbug Rose #Howzitsouthafrica
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