What happens when South Africa’s most beloved gardening duo step into one of the planet’s richest floral kingdoms?
From 5 to 12 September, two familiar faces in South African gardening media, Tanya and Izolda Visser, will spend time at the Namaqua Flower Beach Camp during the height of the region’s wildflower season.
Best known for their work in The Gardener, Die Tuinier, and The Gardener TV show, the Vissers will be part of a limited-time experience set against one of the world’s most biodiverse floral backdrops. Their presence at the seasonal coastal camp will offer an accessible, local lens on the flowering Namaqualand landscape, one often admired from afar but rarely explored with such guided insight.
Known for her approachable expertise, Tanya Visser has spent decades sharing gardening knowledge through magazines, books, and broadcast. Izolda Visser brings complementary experience in plant styling and botanical creativity. During their time at the camp, they’ll host informal garden chats, and lead guided wildflower walks.
“Tanya and Izolda don’t just write about flowers, they understand them, celebrate them, and help others fall in love with them,” says Lysta Stander, co-founder of Chiefs Tented Camps. “Having them at Namaqua this season is a celebration of everything we stand for: connection, conservation, and creativity.”
The Namaqua Flower Beach Camp, now in its 14th year, operates for just four weeks (22 August to 14 September 2025) as part of a seasonal concession by SANParks. Set within the Namaqua National Park, the temporary eco-camp is designed around low-impact principles, with no permanent structures and a strong emphasis on sustainability. The addition of the Vissers offers a distinctive local storytelling element, making the connection between wild ecosystems and everyday gardens.
About Tanya & Izolda Visser
Tanya Visser is one of South Africa’s best-known gardening personalities. Editor-in-Chief of The Gardener and Die Tuinier, she also hosts The Gardener TV Show and writes the popular “In the Garden with Tanya” column. Her deep plant knowledge and easy-going style have earned her a loyal following across generations of growers.
Izolda Visser, a regular contributor to both magazines, brings an artistic flair to the world of gardening. From orchids and indoor plants to DIY greenery crafts, her work inspires readers to bring nature indoors in beautiful and approachable ways.
Together, they represent the full bloom of gardening talent, from soil to styling, insight to inspiration. The Vissers will explore Namaqua’s living floral tapestry, inspiring guests to connect the wild with the cultivated, and sharing insights for translating nature’s palette into home gardens.
About Chiefs Tented Camps
Chiefs Tented Camps is a premier provider of luxury mobile tented accommodation, offering immersive, tailor-made experiences in some of Southern Africa’s most iconic and remote locations. Renowned for their attention to detail, sustainability, and exceptional service, Chiefs Tented Camps delivers fully serviced experiences that combine the comforts of high-end hospitality with the adventure of the great outdoors. Whether for group corporate events, Incentives, private celebrations, festivals, or wilderness getaways, each camp is thoughtfully designed to create unforgettable moments under canvas, in harmony with nature.
With a commitment to responsible tourism and authentic connection to place, Chiefs Tented Camps is redefining experiential travel across the region.
For more information, visit the website www.flowercamps.co.za for all booking inquiries, contact reservations by email at info@experiences.co.za or by telephone at 083 652 5489.
