remarkable south africans
LOCALS DOING EXTRAORDINARY THINGS
AND PROVIDING MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES
PEOPLE & PRODUCT
Wherever your travels take you we believe that you’ll remember the people you meet more than the destinations you go to. We’ve built relationships with some of the most impressive experts in their fields. These friends of Reveler Tours have a unique way of showcasing their memorable personalities while introducing travelers to unique experiences within South Africa and beyond. People first, product second; it’s how our incredible nation is best enjoyed. The below list of inspiring people have the ability to add so much value to your time in SA, between us and them we’re committed to helping your create the most memorable of trips.
the fringe with Paul THE ‘BOER’
The Fringe is Cape Town's best kept secret. It is nestled on the eastern edge of the old city, away from the usual tourist areas. In recent years, it saw an influx of innovation and creativity, bringing the area to life with interesting new bars and restaurants alongside the old faithfuls, kept buzzing by loyal local patrons. Paul offers an insider view of this quirky and increasingly trendy area. Come hang out with the locals.
Paul is also a beast in front of the grill, be sure to speak to him about his popular braai (BBQ) experience too! Pub Crawl with Paul here or add this to your a one-day tour.
CREATE red wine art with lily
We love this lady. A daring creative at heart, Lily has experimented with anything from beetroot to spices in the search for the perfect piece. She discovered her ultimate talent in the medium of red wine. In her words: “Painting with wine allows me to create from that experimental playfulness that I had as a little girl. Wine is layered in symbolism. It is ever-changing from the moment it touches the paper and comes to life. Using it as a paint medium is unpredictable and that’s what makes it attractive”.
Lily hosts the most memorable wine art experiences where you’ll be able to create your very own vino canvas. We’d love to introduce you! Create with Lily here or add this to your wine tour.
blend and dine with an icon
Lola Nicholls is one SA’s first female winemakers and she’s held a few prestigious head-winemaker positions across the industry. Together with her family is the proud owner of the Mitres Edge Private Wine Estate. Luckily for us, she’s one of our very best friends too!
In an intimate one-on-one experience you can blend your own bottle of special red in her home cellar and lunch with her as we taste our way through her passion for crafting phenomenal wines. Blend with Lola here or add this to your wine tour.
summit OUR peaks with nick
One of the most iconic skylines on the planet is dominated by our most loved mountain. Nick Rocke and his team at Path & Path Adventures make it their mission to connect our guests to the sheer beauty of hiking in the Table Mountain National Park.South African born adventurer with a love for the mountains. Nick is a qualified and registered mountain guide with a passion for finding quiet in nature.
Navigating the mountain can be a tricky and confusing but these folks make it a memorable and rewarding day out. We wouldn’t go without them! Hike with Nick here.
surfs up with ru and tracey
“Pumping and uncrowded” - this is how our good friends Ruan and Tracey describe our local waves. With a genuine love and passion for South African coastlines and their surfing community, this ambitious couple have guided eager travelers from all around the globe to the wave of their dreams. From first time lessons to extended multi-day road trips to epic destinations you’re in the best of hands with these folks.
Westuits, boards, transportation and stoke; They have it all sorted. Go for this, we promise you’ll love it! Surf with Ru and Tracey here or add this to your multi-day or one-day tour.
Life Changing Safari’s with the wandering thru team
A trio of specialist safari and wildlife photography guides who help bring your African bush experience to life. Ale, Tayla and Tristan from the Wandering Thru crew are close friends of ours who we trust to plan the perfect safari from start to finish.
With the scope to guide in Southern, Eastern and Central Africa you’ll be in the most knowledgeable and capable of hands while experiencing some of the world’s most sought after destinations. Whether your focus is on wildlife photography or on interpreting the natural world, these folks should be your only Safari choice. Wander with Wandering Thru here.
food and friendship with zaida
Born in Cape Town into a local Cape Malay family where everything revolves around food. She’s had more than 35 years of experience cooking traditional Cape Malay favourites. If spicy, vibrant and colorful foods are your style then you need to meet our Zaida Tofie! We invite you into her kitchen for a small group or private cooking experience where the focus is on slowing down, bringing back the relaxed and engaging atmosphere to what should be a stress-free and enjoyable activity
Her organic, authentic and creative approach to cooking is what elevates her a experience. “Going with your gut” and trusting your senses, this is how cooking should be. Cook with Zaida here or add it to your day tour.
ESCape thE CITY with Andreas
Born and bred in the Helderberg Basin near Cape Town, Andreas spends most, if not all of his time exploring the spectacular natural environment of the Western Cape, living for the great outdoors. We consider him to be the best trail and mountain guide in the country, he checks out on that statement too!
Join us as we explore some of the lesser known, more spectacular hiking routes and nature reserves situated less than 90 minutes from Cape Town. Andreas is your man if you’d like to create a memorable outdoor expedition away from the city. Hike with Andreas here.
taste and create your own small batch gin with simon
Sipping on craft gin has become a way of life in the Mother City, we think it’s done best at Distillers & Union in the vibrant Woodstock area. The birth child of Simon von Witt and Warren Harris-Jones, the pair have created a superior but honest brand and product that brings excellent craft spirits to enthusiastic travelers.
This is a chance to not only sample their good stuff but to take part in a gin-making course, design your own label and take a 500ml bottle of your very own. Cheers to that! Distill with Simon here.
Forage & Share with ROUSHANNA
Founder of Veld and Sea, Roushanna Gray is a wild food innovator and avid forager. She teaches about indigenous edible foods through immersive experiences, connection and creativity. Inspired by the local edible indigenous plant availability.
Experience what’s its like to forage along the coastline in summer and among the fynbos in the winter. We’ll head back to ‘the cottage’ to create the most memorable meals with what we’ve found with Roushanna’s guidance. This is a must! Discover with Roushanna here.
WANT TO COMBINE A FEW OF THE ABOVE? ALLOW US
If you’d like to meet and experience more than one of our Remarkable South Africans then we can make that happen! Simply get in touch and allow us to craft a custom itinerary unique to your preferences and interests. You also have the option to add one of these experiences to your already booked one-day or road trip experience. Our shores are a playground for a enthusiastic travelers looking for unique ways to experience destinations. These are just some of the people that make our country come alive. We can’t wait for you to experience it!