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Khwa ttu Hotel & Lodging
Enter the world of the San, southern Africa’s First People. Award winning museum in fynbos nature reserve.
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Food, accommodation & lots more to explore! !Khwa ttu, the San Education and Culture Centre, 70 km north-west of Cape Town offers you the unique experience of being introduced to the world of the descendants of the first indigenous people of southern Africa. The San themselves will take you on a journey into their history, traditional knowledge, skills, languages, customs and current affairs. This enjoyable and eye-opening event will stay with you for a long time. Besides our San-guided tour we present creative dishes in our cosy restaurant, unique San-produced items in our craft shop and the efficiency that goes along with our conference room. If you would like to stay at !Khwa ttu for a few days our guest house, bush camp and bush cottage provide appealing accommodation. The San are looking forward to welcoming you at !Khwa ttu!

Explore !Khwa ttu in a whole new way.Quietly thread your way through the landscape on our solar-powered electric quad bi...
23/10/2026

Explore !Khwa ttu in a whole new way.

Quietly thread your way through the landscape on our solar-powered electric quad bikes for a guided game drive across the beautiful !Khwa ttu land.

With almost no noise, you can experience the environment without disturbing the peace around you, moving quietly through the land, as is the Way of the San.

🌱 Sustainable.
🛞 Electric.
🐾 Close to nature.
🌾 A different way to experience !Khwa ttu.

Come explore, discover and reconnect with the land.
Book your guided electric quad bike game drive now!
📞 022 492 2998
📧 [email protected]

Great w**e, amazing people and a whole lot of West Coast vibes! What a lovely time our Darling Cellars team had at Khwa ...
20/10/2026

Great w**e, amazing people and a whole lot of West Coast vibes!

What a lovely time our Darling Cellars team had at Khwa ttu's annual Heritage Festival!

For us, it's about so much more than making great w**e. It's about the people, the friendships and the wonderful community we're so proud to be part of.

Thank you to the Khwa ttu team for the warm welcome and the special work you do!

Our Monday reminder? Make time for your people, support your community and appreciate the place you call home. We certainly do!

Celebrating the graduation of our latest cohort of interns, who officially completed their journey with us last Wednesda...
20/10/2026

Celebrating the graduation of our latest cohort of interns, who officially completed their journey with us last Wednesday!

Over the past six months, your dedication, passion, and hard work have truly shone through. We are so proud of everything you’ve achieved at !Khwa ttu. Congratulations on reaching this milestone, and all the best as you embark on your next adventure. The future is bright - go out and make your mark!



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Happy Birthday, Cheryllene!Today we celebrate our wonderful HR manager, Cheryllene - or simply Chery to all of us at !Kh...
17/10/2026

Happy Birthday, Cheryllene!

Today we celebrate our wonderful HR manager, Cheryllene - or simply Chery to all of us at !Khwa ttu.

Chery is so much more than the person behind HR. For our interns especially, she has become a mother figure, someone they can turn to for guidance, support, encouragement, and, when needed, a little bit of motherly wisdom.

Thank you, Chery, for the care you show to the people around you and for always being there for our interns and staff.

We hope your birthday is filled with all the happiness, love, and laughter you deserve.

Happy Birthday, Chery!

Happy Birthday, Roman!Today we’re celebrating Roman, our Training Facilitator, who plays such an important role in suppo...
15/10/2026

Happy Birthday, Roman!

Today we’re celebrating Roman, our Training Facilitator, who plays such an important role in supporting our interns through their time at !Khwa ttu.

Roman brings patience, guidance and encouragement to every session, helping our interns build new skills, grow in confidence and prepare for opportunities beyond their time at !Khwa ttu.

Thank you, Roman, for the time and energy you put into helping our young people learn, grow and believe in what they can achieve.

From all of us at !Khwa ttu, we wish you a wonderful birthday filled with happiness, good health and plenty of reasons to celebrate!

Today, we remember and celebrate the birthday of our founder, Irène Staehelin.In 1999, Irène had a vision. A vision for ...
11/10/2026

Today, we remember and celebrate the birthday of our founder, Irène Staehelin.

In 1999, Irène had a vision. A vision for a place where San heritage, culture and knowledge could be shared, celebrated and carried forward. That vision became !Khwa ttu.

Although Irène is no longer with us, her legacy lives on every day. In the stories we share, in the land we care for, in the Heritage Centre, in the young people who have trained and grown here, and in every staff member and !Khwa ttu alumnus who has been part of this journey.

Her vision continues through the people who walk these paths, welcome our visitors, share San knowledge, care for the land, create, teach and learn.

!Khwa ttu is not only a place she founded. It is a living legacy, shaped by the many people who have carried her vision forward and continue to give it life.

Today, we honour Irène, her courage to dream differently, and the lasting impact of that dream.

Happy birthday, Irène.
Your vision lives on.

Learning is the beating heart of what we do at !Khwa ttuEvery day, we commit to sharing the rich culture, heritage, and ...
05/10/2026

Learning is the beating heart of what we do at !Khwa ttu

Every day, we commit to sharing the rich culture, heritage, and knowledge of the San with future generations. One of the ways we do this is through the ||Kabbo Academy Internship Programme, where, every six months, 8–10 young San men and women join us for an immersive six-month journey of learning, growth, and cultural restitution.

Our interns are one of the joys of a visit to !Khwa ttu. Whether they're guiding tours, welcoming guests, or sharing their personal stories, they bring San culture to life in a way that is authentic, inspiring, and unforgettable.

Visit !Khwa ttu, meet our interns, hear their stories, and discover how education, heritage, and culture come together to create an experience unlike any other.

Happy Birthday, Gina!Today we celebrate Gina, our wonderful Craft Shop Manager at !Khwa ttu.Thank you for your dedicatio...
05/10/2026

Happy Birthday, Gina!

Today we celebrate Gina, our wonderful Craft Shop Manager at !Khwa ttu.

Thank you for your dedication, warmth and passion in helping to showcase and share the beautiful work of our artists and makers. Your care and commitment help make our Craft Shop a special place for every visitor who walks through the doors.

May your birthday be filled with joy, laughter and all the beautiful things you deserve.

Wishing you a very Happy Birthday, Gina!

Now available at the !Khwa ttu Craft Shop!We're delighted to welcome Fijn Botanicals to our shelves.Inspired by the uniq...
02/10/2026

Now available at the !Khwa ttu Craft Shop!

We're delighted to welcome Fijn Botanicals to our shelves.

Inspired by the unique beauty of the Cape Floristic Region, Fijn Botanicals crafts luxurious body, home, and skincare products using natural, plant-based ingredients and pure fynbos essential oils - all by hand. Their products celebrate the healing power of indigenous plants while honouring the rich botanical heritage of the Cape.

Whether you're looking for a thoughtful gift or a little self care, you'll find a beautiful selection waiting for you at !Khwa ttu.

Stop by the Craft Shop on your next visit and discover the scents of the Cape.

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R27 West Coast Road
Yzerfontein
7351

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 17:00

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