Located in total seclusion in a riverside location, a four-poster bed covered in a mosquito net sits atop a raised platform with panoramic views of mountain and sky.
Arrive at sunset for a picnic dinner and drinks. Watch as the local wildlife descend to the water to quench their thirst. Take in the spectacular views over the mountainous landscape, free of light and noise pollution. As the night sky develops, marvel at the Milky Way, pointing out different constellations with the aid of our star books, before drifting off to sleep wrapped in a thick mohair blanket. Awaken to the big skies and birdsong of the Karoo as another beautiful day dawns in Africa.
A magical, romantic sleep-out
Need to know
- Available October-May annually.
- A surcharge applies.
- Guests must be booked into Karoo Lodge or The Manor for a minimum of 2 nights in order to book the star bed experience. The star bed is not available to guests staying at Plains Camp.
- The star bed is subject to availability and must be requested at the time of booking accommodation.
- The star bed sleeps 2 guests.
- A minimum age restriction of 16 years applies.
- The star bed experience is weather-dependent, and will not be offered in the event of serious rain or high wind. If you are unable to stay in the star bed on your original requested night due to prevailing weather conditions, you may swap for another night of your stay, subject to not clashing with another prior star bed booking.
- Please note that there is no Wifi, mobile phone signal or electricity at the star bed.
- Please note that ablutions are simple, consisting of a washbasin and portable chemical loo.
- Guests will not be accompanied by a member of staff overnight, but will be provided with a two-way radio in case of emergen
- For safety reasons, the star bed is protected by solar-powered electric strands.
Your outdoor bedroom awaits
