Description

Gaia Sanctuary, Your Haven of Natural Tranquility. Escape the noise of everyday life and step into our little slice of sanctuary: a place where Mother Nature takes the lead and peace comes naturally. Nestled on a working farm along the serene banks of the Breede River, The Gaia Sanctuary invites you to slow down, re-ground, and reconnect—with nature, with loved ones, and with yourself.

Designed for nature lovers, eco-adventurers, and anyone in search of true stillness, our sanctuary offers panoramic views of the Langeberg Mountain Range and some of the most magical sunsets you’ll ever witness. It’s the perfect setting for romantic getaways, family escapes, or simply a soulful weekend in nature.

Located in Buffeljagsrivier in the Western Cape, we are just 20 minutes from the Swellendam town centre, 2 hours from George, and 2.5 hours from Cape Town—close enough for convenience, yet far enough to feel worlds away.

Visit for the day or stay longer in one of our unique off-grid accommodations: an immersive riverside campsite, our handcrafted A-frame cabin, or our boho-inspired River Cabin—all blessed with beautiful river views. We are proudly pet-friendly too, since every adventure feels richer when your best friend joins in. Then, when you’re planning a special event or an unforgettable celebration, the Gaia Sanctuary gives you a calm setting where everything slows down naturally. Next, if you choose one of our healing retreats, you’ll step into a guided space designed to help your body and mind settle. After that, you’ll head home feeling refreshed, revitalized, and deeply connected to the natural world.

Come discover your heaven on earth.

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Campsite Rates From

Rates From
R180 pppn for camping low season
Campsite Rates per
Person
Pensioners Discount
No
Long stay camping
No
Day visitors
Yes

Overview

Type of Accommodation
Campsites, Campsite and Self Catering
Pets
Pets With Arrangements
Persons Per Campsite
5
Number of Camp Sites
8
Power point
No
Shade
Yes
Ground cover
Grass/soil
Accessibility
Gravel road
Accessible to road caravan
No
Cellphone Reception
Yes
Wheelchair friendly
No

Facilities and Activities

More Activities
  • Star gazing
  • Canoeing
  • Picnics
  • Healing Retreats & Workshops
Facilities
Communal ablution facilities, Washing facilities, No Power point
More Facilities
  • Multiple braai facilities
  • 4 keyhole fire pits in the campsite
  • 1 large braai area
  • braai next to the glamp deck

Your Questions & Answer

What does the Gaia Family Campsite offer?

We have 8 off-grid campsites, all alongside the river embankment. You will need to bring all your own camping gear, power banks and lights.
The firepit, braai area and campsite ablutions are close by, with a cold shower (it gets hot in summer), compost toilet and washing up station. The campsites also have access to the glamp site ablutions which have a hot shower and flushing toilet.

What does the River wooden deck campsite offer?

Premium campsite, a 6m x 5m wooden deck right on the river embankment and closer to the glampdeck & ablutions than the campsite, and has its own keyhole firepit. Please bring along your own tent and all your own camping gear, nothing is provided.

What does the Milkwood wooden deck campsite offer?

Premium campsite, a 6m x 5m wooden deck nestled amongst vegetation for a more private setting, its closer to the glampdeck and ablutions than the campsite. Please bring along your own tent and all your own camping gear, nothing is provided. A compost toilet is close by, and the glampdeck and glampsite ablutions are a short walk away. Important to note: This site cannot accommodate a car next to it, the car will be parked in front of the glampdeck.

What does the Topdeck Bus offer?

4 Sleeper double decker old school bus, with stunning views of the Langeberg Mountain range. It has a double bedroom & bunk beds, full kitchen, ample seating space and an outdoor picnic table. Only suitable for kids btw 4-16 yrs old, bunk beds 1,7m.

Amenities include a dining table, Landmark view, Mountain view, Sitting area, Separate tub and shower, Full kitchen and Braai / Barbeque facilities.

The bus does have solar power. There is not a braai at the bus, but you can make use of all the glamp site facilities and braai facilities at the glamp site, which is a short drive away.

What does the River Cabin offer?

This open plan fully furnished 4 sleeper cabin is perfect for families, with a 1 x double bed and 1 bunk bed, and a lovely wooden deck with views of the river. The cabin has a small kitchenette with a gas cooker, crockery and cutlery and an outdoor shower. This unit is off grid, no power, please bring your own power banks.

Amenities:
Dining table
Garden view
River view
Bathroom amenities
Shower only
Kitchenette
Stove
Braai / Barbeque facilities
Outdoor dining area
Outdoor furniture
Patio

What does the A-Frame Cabin offer?

The A-frame Cabin is furnished with a queen-size bed in the loft, 2 single sofa beds and has a private compost toilet. Bath towels for 4 are also provided. The kitchenette is equipped with a gas cooker and tea and coffee-making facilities. The cabin opens onto a deck with deck chairs and a hammock. This unit has solar power & a bar fridge.

What is your pet policy?

A pet rate for both glamping and camping applies. Please enquire about rates for pets.
Pets have to receive prior approval before arriving at the Gaia Sanctuary Pty Ltd.
Pets have to be well trained, socialised, and inoculated against rabies.
Please declare if your pets have not been neutered/ spade.
Pet owners are responsible to clean up after your pets.
No animal may be brought onto the Gaia Pty Ltd property without permission.
Visitors to The Gaia Sanctuary Pty Ltd with pets shall accept and acknowledge personal responsibility and liability for any injury or damage caused as a result of the wrongful or aggressive behaviour of their dog, whether the loss occurs as a result of biting, jumping, scratching, digging, wondering off, charging or any other behaviour. You waive any and all rights that to institute legal proceedings to recover cost of any kind.

Campsite Contact

Phone
WhatsApp
Address
Portion 20, Farm 266, Buffeljags, Swellendam, 6742

Town, Road or River close to Campsite

Town nearby
Swellendam 22km
Road nearby
N2
River nearby
Breede River

Location

Portion 20, Farm 266, Buffeljags, Swellendam, 6742

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