Khwa ttu

25/08/2026

Happy Birthday, Shumelda!

Today we celebrate our wonderful Shumelda, a valued member of the !Khwa ttu housekeeping team!

Thank you for all the care, hard work, and dedication you put into making sure our guests feel welcome and our spaces are always looking their best. Your contribution to the !Khwa ttu team is truly appreciated!

Wishing you a beautiful birthday filled with happiness, laughter and all the things that make you smile. May the year ahead be a wonderful one!

Happy Birthday, Shumelda!

17/08/2026

Stone Age Foraging Workshop - Don't miss out on this one.

Travel back thousands of years and discover how people once lived from the land.

Join archaeobotanist Dr. Elzanne Singels for an immersive, hands-on exploration of the edible and medicinal plants found at !Khwa ttu.

Learn how ancient communities identified, harvested and used indigenous plants, while gaining a deeper appreciation for the remarkable knowledge of the natural world that has been passed down through generations.

📍 See the poster for all the workshop details.

🎟️ Spaces are limited, book your place today!

13/08/2026

We're excited!

The !Khwa ttu website has a fresh spring look.

Designed with easier navigation and a beautiful new aesthetic, our updated website makes it simpler than ever to explore and book everything !Khwa ttu has to offer.

Visit our new website today and start planning your next stay, adventure, or day visit with us.

PS Your feedback is welcome - please email this to Toni at [email protected]

www.khwattu.org

09/08/2026

Celebrating Women's Day at !Khwa ttu.

Today, we celebrate the incredible women who inspire, lead, teach, create and care, at !Khwa ttu and in communities across South Africa.

From sharing San stories and knowledge, to caring for our land, welcoming visitors, creating beautiful food, nurturing young people and keeping our heritage alive, women are at the heart of so much of what we do.

This Women’s Day, we honour the strength, wisdom and resilience of women. We celebrate the women whose voices carry stories across generations and whose knowledge continues to shape a more sustainable and inclusive future.

Here’s to the women who came before us, the women beside us, and the young women who will lead the way.

Happy Women’s Day from all of us at !Khwa ttu. 🌸

07/08/2026

🌿 MEET THE SPEAKERS | FROM PLANTS TO PEOPLE & PLACE

Join us for two inspiring Saturday sessions in the Museum Archive exploring the deep connections between people, plants, and the land.

🌱 11h30-12h30 | YVETTE ANDERSON (Yamù Botanicals)
In “Meet the Mints: One of South Africa's Most Diverse Plant Families,” landscape architect, educator, and founder of Yamù Botanicals - Yvette Anderson - introduces one of the most fascinating plant families. Drawing on her work in medicinal plants, ecological restoration, and human wellbeing, she'll share how this herb species has shaped both landscapes and lives.

🌿 12h30-13h30 | !KHWA TTU GREEN TEAM
Known as the "Embassy" of the San of Southern Africa, and home to a very different kind of museum, !Khwa ttu is a place where indigenous knowledge, conservation, and cultural heritage come together. In “Look After the Land and the Land Looks After You,” Michael Daiber, Hendreas Vaalbooi, and members of the Green Team will share how working alongside San communities since 1999 has helped restore both landscapes and livelihoods.

🎟 Your festival ticket includes access to all 9 Herb Festival talks.

📋 Download the 2026 Herb Festival programme:
https://tinyurl.com/Herb-Fest-Programme-26-v-2
🎟 Book your tickets on Quicket:
https://tinyurl.com/Quicket-Montagu-Herb-Fest-2026

06/08/2026

On a cold, wet day, there's nothing quite like getting lost in a good book by a crackling fire.

Did you know that the !Khwa ttu Craft Shop is home to a wonderful collection of interesting and thought-provoking books? Whether you're paging through a copy of Bushman Stories, searching for the perfect gift, or settling in with a puzzle while the warmth of the fire (and our shopkeeper Gina) keep you company, there's something here for everyone.

This winter, slow down, cozy up, and discover stories, creativity, and quiet moments at !Khwa ttu.

Visit our Craft Shop and find your next great read.

05/08/2026

Happy Birthday, Alton!

Today we're celebrating one of the friendly faces that makes every visit to !Khwa ttu so memorable.

Alton first joined us as an intern in 2024 and stayed as one of our waiters. Since then, he has welcomed every guest with a warm smile, an open heart, and exceptional service that makes people feel right at home.

If you're visiting !Khwa ttu today, be sure to stop by, say hello to Alton, and discover for yourself what makes him so special.

From all of us at !Khwa ttu, we wish you a wonderful birthday and a fantastic year ahead. Thank you for everything you do!

03/08/2026

01/08/2026

Heritage Festival 2026 at !Khwa ttu

This Heritage Day, Thursday, 24 September 2026, join us for an unforgettable celebration of culture, community and connection at !Khwa ttu.

Get ready for a day filled with non-stop kuier, music and dance, lekker braai, craft beer, great wine and beer, delicious food and loads of fun in the beautiful surroundings of the West Coast.

Drum. Dance. Braai. Drink. Eat. Connect. Smile. Gan Mal!

Date: 24 September 2026
Time: 09:00 – 17:00
Book now: https://secure.activitybridge.com/book?activityid=17499&startdate=2026-09-24 or via [email protected] or 022 492 2998

Early Bird Tickets
Adults: R160
Pensioners & Scholars: R120

Tickets on the Day
Adults: R185
Pensioners & Scholars: R135

Bring your family, gather your friends, and celebrate Heritage Day the !Khwa ttu way, where everyone is welcome and every moment is made to be shared.

Book your tickets now and don't miss one of the West Coast's favourite Heritage Day celebrations!

29/07/2026