Hey fellow explorers,
if youāve been following my journey in the VW Polo, you know Iāve spent at least one weekend a month over the last few years exploring the Western Cape. People often ask me why Iām so obsessed with finding guest farms, and the truth is pretty simple: I need the silence to think.
Escaping the City Noise
As much as I love the energy of the city, the noise can be a lot. Between the constant construction sites, the "interesting" neighbors, and the supercars that treat our streets like a Formula 1 track, my brain eventually hits a wall.
Iāve found that the best way to hit "reset" is to find a dirt road and see where it leads. Usually, it leads to a gate, a gravel driveway, and a quiet cottage where the only "noise" is the wind.
Clarity on the Trail
There is something about being out of town that clears the mental fog. When Iām out on a hike at a guest farm, my mind starts working differently.
Itās where I:
Think clearly about the world and geopolitics.
Make better investment decisions away from the hustle.
Do some soul searching when life gets heavy, helping me make rational decisions with less emotion.
Stars, Cameras, and Sleep
When the sun goes down, the real show starts. Iāve been recording the night sky with my GoPro and, more recently, getting into astrophotography with my Seestar. Thereās no light pollution out hereājust millions of stars and the best sleep youāll ever have.
My Top "Lekker" Guest Farms
Most of these I found just by browsing Google Maps or spotting a random sign while driving. Here are a few I highly recommend if you need to escape the city noise and drama:
Maskam Guest Farm ā Perfect for those big-sky views.
Papkuilsfontein Guest Farm ā A true gem in Nieuwoudtville.
Kaleo Guest Farm ā Great for a quick escape.
Magnifica Farm ā Deep in the heart of the Cederberg on top of a mountain.
Kunje Guest Farm ā Another favourite for peace and quiet
Help me find the next one
Iām always looking for that next dirt road to explore. Do you have a favorite guest farm that isn't on LekkerSpots yet?
Reply to this email or reach out and let me know where I should head next month. Iād love to showcase your favourite hidden gems!
Stay curious,
Adrian
My personal travel diary, made public.