Cape town, South Africa
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Highlights
Learn about the Indigenous San Tribe
See the West Coast
Enjoy lunch made with sustainable local produce from the area
Experience a nature walk
Description
Explore and learn about the Indigenous San Tribe on this day trip up the beautiful West Coast. The San were the first people to inhabit South Africa and neighboring countries over 200,000 years ago, and the Kwattu experience provides a unique opportunity to engage with this nearly extinct culture. You'll be hosted by one of the numerous qualified San Tour Guides, who will take you through their language and story, and enjoy a delicious organic 2-course lunch made with locally sourced ingredients.
Who This Experience Is Good For
This experience is perfect for those passionate about history and culture, nature lovers, and anyone interested in the gastronomy of the destination they are visiting.
Meet Our Local Host
Brendan, your experienced local guide for the day is very knowledgeable about South Africa and its fauna and flora. When at Kwattu you will be hosted by one of the numerous qualified San Tour Guides, who come from a diverse range of San communities, each with their own language and story.
Itinerary
08:00 AM - Pick up from your accommodation
Arrive at Kwattu
Learn about the San people and their culture
Enjoy a delicious 2-course lunch made with locally sourced ingredients
Take a nature walk and explore the beautiful West Coast
Depart from Kwattu
04:00 PM - Drop off at your accommodation
What’s Included
Transportation - Round Trip - Pick up and drop off at accommodation
Local Guide
San cultural experience
Food - Lunch - A delicious 2 course lunch. All ingredients are organic and locally sourced so menu changes according to availability.
Drinks - Tap water and coffee with the meal
What’s Not Included
Additional Drinks - drinks can be purchased at lunch at an additional cost
Personal Items from the curio shop
Know Before You Go
Minimum Needed: 2 people
Maximum Capacity: 5 people
Booking Deadline: 7 days before start date
Weather Dependent: No
Difficulty Level: Easy - Nature walk is flat
Special Clothing Required: We will be doing a nature walk so please ensure you wear comfy walking shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen as it gets very warm in this area.
Special Dietary Restrictions: All dietary needs are catered
Extra Cash: Gratuities for the guides. Extra drinks of your choice and any personal items in the curio shop
Ground Transportation: All ground transportation is included.
Additional Information: Kwattu is a NPO that helps keep the San Culture alive through various initiatives.
Liabilities: The liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by participants is not assumed by Remote Year or its affiliates.