The Travel Cafe Cape Town

The Travel Cafe Cape Town We believe travel should leave a lasting impact - on you, the places you visit and its people. Welcome to The Travel Cafe.

We believe in putting back more than we take out, to uplift and empower by sharing the beauty and magic of Africa.

Have you been dreaming of Kilimanjaro? 🏔️Not just the summit, but the feeling of standing in a place so iconic it feels ...
30/08/2025

Have you been dreaming of Kilimanjaro? 🏔️

Not just the summit, but the feeling of standing in a place so iconic it feels like a movie scene.

From the snow-capped peak of Africa’s tallest mountain to the endless plains of the Serengeti and the turquoise waters of Zanzibar… Tanzania is the Africa of fairy tales. Think wildebeest migrations, Maasai culture, and sunsets that look hand-painted.

Let’s tick Tanzania off your bucket list — the Travel Cafe way. ✨
https://www.thetravelcafe.co.za/tanzania

It’s mating season for the Cape Sugarbird 🐦💛With their long tails streaming behind them, these nectar-loving birds are a...
25/08/2025

It’s mating season for the Cape Sugarbird 🐦💛

With their long tails streaming behind them, these nectar-loving birds are a spectacle in the fynbos right now across the Cape province. Males put on dazzling display flights to impress the females — all while feasting on protea nectar. Keep your eyes (and ears) open for their jangling calls among South Africa’s protea-rich shrublands. 🌿🌼 And right now, Starry Starry Night is the place to be to witness this beautiful season in action. Starry Starry Night

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20/08/2025

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Découvrez la Namibie 🇳🇦 en mini groupe francophone !Après le succès de nos mini groupes francophones en Afrique du Sud, ...
19/08/2025

Découvrez la Namibie 🇳🇦 en mini groupe francophone !

Après le succès de nos mini groupes francophones en Afrique du Sud, Le Travel Café est fier de lancer son propre mini groupe en Namibie 🇳🇦 sur le même principe: tout compris / max 8 participants / guide francophone du début à la fin.

Cela vous donne envie ? Alors rejoignez notre prochain mini groupe en Namibie du 10 - 21 mars 2026.

Plus de détails comme le tarif, les extensions et inscriptions sur notre site https://www.thetravelcafe.co.za/fr/la-namibie-circuit-accompagne-francophone

🇿🇦 South Africa’s National Bird Needs Our AttentionGraceful, striking, and deeply symbolic — the Blue Crane has long hel...
24/07/2025

🇿🇦 South Africa’s National Bird Needs Our Attention

Graceful, striking, and deeply symbolic — the Blue Crane has long held a special place in South Africa’s heart. Sadly after a sharp population decline since 2010, it’s now officially listed as vulnerable.

The Overberg region in the Western Cape — once a stronghold — has been hardest hit, with major threats including habitat disturbance, poisoning, power line collisions, and climate change.

Thankfully, a conservation plan is in motion to protect this iconic species and ensure it still dances through our grasslands for generations to come. 💙

Photo cred: Stephen Hammer

🎨 First Thursdays in Cape TownEvery first Thursday of the month, Cape Town transforms as the city shuts down traffic in ...
22/07/2025

🎨 First Thursdays in Cape Town

Every first Thursday of the month, Cape Town transforms as the city shuts down traffic in favour of pedestrian walking areas, galleries and shops stay open until much later, restaurants serve up specials, and live music pours into the streets. This is a wonderful and authentic local experience.

By day, you could be paddling alongside dolphins at sunrise — by night, sipping wine in a contemporary gallery surrounded by African art. We just love how versatile “The Mother City” is!

First Thursdays is a free, self-guided celebration of art, music, food, and culture.
Wander the city center — especially Bree, Loop, and Long Streets 🎶🍷

No schedule. No tickets. Just the joy of spontaneous discovery in one of the most creative cities in the world.

Photo Cred: Cape Town Safaris | Overlandtour | O Two Hotel

Want to add it to your Cape Town itinerary? Let’s chat.
https://www.thetravelcafe.co.za/your-dream-trip

Cape Town with kids? Sorted.Whether your crew is into pirates, penguins, or panoramic views, the Mother City has a littl...
19/07/2025

Cape Town with kids? Sorted.

Whether your crew is into pirates, penguins, or panoramic views, the Mother City has a little magic for every age. From sky-high cable car rides to waddling with penguins and exploring vibrant gardens — swipe through the images for our 7 top family-friendly adventures to add to your Cape Town itinerary. 🧒🏽👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🧢

Want help booking your ideal family trip? We’ll handle the details — you focus on the memories.

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🌍 VICTORIA FALLS: MORE THAN JUST A WATERFALL 💦🦁Straddling the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls is one of th...
17/07/2025

🌍 VICTORIA FALLS: MORE THAN JUST A WATERFALL 💦🦁

Straddling the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls is one of the world’s greatest natural wonders — but the real magic? The waterfall itself is just the beginning, there is far more to this dreamy destination than cascading water, spectacular though that is.

🌈 Start your day at the majestic “Smoke That Thunders” as locals call the Falls, then finish it on foot tracking rhinos through wild, open bush. The area surrounding the Falls is rich in wildlife, adventure, and unforgettable moments for the whole family.

💥 Craving thrills?
✔️ Bungee off the iconic bridge
✔️ Brave grade 5 white water rapids
✔️ Glide over the falls in a microlight
✔️ Swim on the edge of the world in Devil’s Pool (during low water season)

🍾 Prefer to keep it calm?
✔️ Toast the sunset on a luxury Zambezi River cruise
✔️ Spot elephants and hippos along the riverbanks
✔️ Sail on the Ra Ikane, a Livingstone-inspired boat with charm and elegance

🐘 And don’t forget: Victoria Falls is also a prime safari destination. With national parks on both sides and Chobe National Park just an hour away, the wildlife experience is truly world-class.

Victoria Falls is so much more than a stop, it’s an adventure hub, a safari paradise, and a memory-maker for all ages. When are you coming?

Lear more about Victoria Falls in our dedicated Destination Page: https://www.thetravelcafe.co.za/victoria-falls

🌴 ZANZIBAR & ISLANDS: THE PERFECT FINALE 🌊✨Zanzibar (and its lesser known island siblings Mnemba, Pemba and Mafia) is wh...
15/07/2025

🌴 ZANZIBAR & ISLANDS: THE PERFECT FINALE 🌊✨

Zanzibar (and its lesser known island siblings Mnemba, Pemba and Mafia) is where you slow down, sit back, and soak up the beauty of the Indian Ocean. With its warm turquoise waters, powdery beaches, and laid-back island rhythm, it's the perfect end to any African adventure.

Whether you’re here to do nothing at all or explore every corner, Zanzibar delivers:

🏝️ Unwind on palm-lined beaches
🌅 Sail into sunset on a traditional dhow
🕌 Wander Stone Town, where history meets spice markets and Swahili culture
🧭 Dive or snorkel colourful coral reefs teeming with life
🌿 Taste & learn on a guided Spice Tour through the island’s fragrant farms

Zanzibar, Mnemba, Pemba and Mafia are more than just beaches — they are destinations in their own right. Romantic, rich in culture, and endlessly beautiful.

Let’s plan your island life: https://www.thetravelcafe.co.za/zanzibar

🇫🇷 https://www.thetravelcafe.co.za/fr/zanzibar

🌿 THE OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA 🐘💦A wilderness wonderland like no other.A maze of glittering water channels, lush floodpl...
12/07/2025

🌿 THE OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA 🐘💦

A wilderness wonderland like no other.

A maze of glittering water channels, lush floodplains, and tiny islands — the Okavango Delta is one of Africa’s most iconic and untouched destinations. Spread across 15,000 km² of pristine wilderness, it’s a place where wildlife thrives and nature reigns supreme.

Getting here isn’t always the easiest or cheapest — charter flights are often the only way in to the more remote lodges — but what awaits, is pure magic. The land teems with wildlife. The landscape is pristine. This is nature in its finest and you can be forgiven for feeling like you are in a National Geographic documentary as you glide silently through the reeds in a mokoro (dugout canoe), mesmerised by the elephant. Close enough to feel their presence and hear the crunch of the grass they graze on, without ever disturbing their space.

This is Africa at its most magical.

🦁 Why visit?
✔️ 4x4 safaris with dramatic wildlife sightings
✔️ Boat & mokoro excursions for unique views
✔️ Guided walking safaris through untouched terrain
✔️ Scenic flights for that birds-eye magic
✔️ Eco-lodges in total seclusion

Wild, remote, and ever-changing—the Delta is a dream for those who seek the extraordinary.

Read more here: https://www.thetravelcafe.co.za/the-okavango-delta

Bonjour, Franschhoek! 🇫🇷✨Bastille Day celebrations are back this weekend — 12 & 13 July — and there’s no better place to...
11/07/2025

Bonjour, Franschhoek! 🇫🇷✨

Bastille Day celebrations are back this weekend — 12 & 13 July — and there’s no better place to soak up the French spirit than right here in the Winelands.

Think live music, pétanque, plenty of wine, and some of the best food in the country. From long lunches at Reuben’s to French flair at La Petite Colombe, Franschhoek’s restaurants are turning it on.

Red, white, and blue never tasted so good. 🥖🍷

Photo Cred: Val de Vie Estate | Cape Town ETC | Restaurants in South Africa

🐋 Whale Season Has SurfacedWhale season in South Africa runs from June to November — and it's one of the most magical ti...
10/07/2025

🐋 Whale Season Has Surfaced

Whale season in South Africa runs from June to November — and it's one of the most magical times to visit our coastline. Southern Right whales return to calve, breach, and bask along the shore, offering some of the best land-based whale watching in the world.

Best Viewing Locations:
Hermanus is a renowned whale-watching destination, with excellent viewing from the Cliff Path. Other popular spots include False Bay, Gansbaai, and Plettenberg Bay.

Whether you're up for a luxury coastal escape or a weekend of salty air and sea giants, we'll help you plan every detail. 🌊

Let’s chat! https://www.thetravelcafe.co.za/your-dream-trip

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JD’s and François’ Story

At the Travel Cafe Cape Town, we understand your dream trip is never the same as the person next to you. That's why we don't do cookie-cutter mainstream packages. Ever. Instead we work with you to create a trip as unique as you (and equally memorable).

Sunny regards,

François & JD