Tailor-made African journeys
Africa,at your pace.
Private safaris, Indian Ocean island escapes and tailor-made journeys shaped around your interests and pace.
Planned by our Cape Town team. Supported throughout.
The real African Time
Less rushing.
More feeling.
The finest itinerary is not the one with the most stops. It is the one that gives you time where it matters.
From Cape Town, we plan the route around your interests, the season and the real time spent travelling between places. We explain the choices: an extra night on safari, a flight instead of a long drive, or time in the city before the coast.
Your journey curator brings the stays, transfers and experiences together, so you can see how the whole journey will work before you commit.
Discover our way of travelling
Our founding belief
We belong
to this world.
Travelling well begins with respect for the places, people and wildlife we encounter.
Where we stay, how we explore and the space we give wild animals all deserve consideration.
Observe wildlife without feeding, touching or disturbing it, follow your guide’s instructions and ask permission before photographing people. If a conservation or community initiative interests you, your curator can explain the programme, who runs it and whether a contribution forms part of your booking.
Travel with purposeWhere will Africa take you?
Choose a rhythm.
From South Africa’s Cape Winelands and bushveld to Botswana’s waterways, Namibia’s deserts and the islands of the Indian Ocean, begin with the places that draw you. We will help you choose when to go and how to connect them.
Places we currently love
The stay is part
of the story.
We choose places for their setting, people and sense of character. From intimate safari camps and city hotels to private villas and island retreats, each recommendation has a part to play in your journey.
Explore places to stay
Paarl, Cape Winelands
Zomerlust Boutique Hotel
A heritage address in the heart of Paarl.
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Timbavati Nature Reserve
Makanyi Private Game Lodge
A quieter rhythm in the Timbavati.
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Swellendam
Schoone Oordt Country House
Country-house hospitality beneath the Langeberg.
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Church Square, Cape Town
Labotessa Luxury Boutique Hotel
An intimate address on historic Church Square.
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Welgevonden Game Reserve, Waterberg
Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa
Waterhole watching, wide skies and a private safari rhythm.
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Hermanus Lagoon, Stanford
Mosaic Lagoon Lodge
A lagoon, a mountain horizon and room to slow down.
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A little more
time in Africa.
An additional night or an included experience can make room for more of what you enjoy. We select supplier offers worth considering and check their conditions against your plans.
Ask about an offerTimbavati Nature Reserve · South Africa
Honeymoon special
Makanyi Private Game LodgeSave 50% on one of the couple’s accommodation costs.
Book 28 Sept 2026–30 Apr 2028. Travel 28 Sept 2026–30 Apr 2028. Minimum 2 nights; 2 guests. Subject to availability.Explore this privilegeTimbavati Nature Reserve · South Africa
Stay 4 / Pay 3 at Makanyi
Makanyi Private Game LodgeSlow the safari down with a complimentary fourth night at Makanyi.
Book 28 Sept 2026–30 Apr 2027. Travel 28 Sept 2026–30 Apr 2027. Minimum 4 nights; 1+ guests. Subject to availability. Excluded dates: 20 Dec 2026–9 Jan 2027.Explore this privilegeBeautifully simple
From first idea
to your return.
Your journey curator takes time to understand what matters to you, bringing local knowledge and careful planning to each stage.
Start planning- 01
Share your idea
Tell us when you hope to travel, who is joining you and what you would most like to experience.
- 02
Shape it together
Review the route, rooms and experiences with your curator. We clarify what is included, what is shared and which arrangements remain subject to availability.
- 03
Travel with support
We coordinate your arrangements and stay in touch with our local partners, with help available throughout your travels.
Founder-led
Personal by design.
Founded in Cape Town by Mikhail Schrader, Travel African Time brings a personal perspective to planning journeys through Africa.
Knowing when to visit, which places work well together and where to allow more time makes a difference. So does listening carefully to the person travelling.
That approach guides our team and the relationships we build with our travellers and tourism partners.
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What to
expect.
Concise answers about how we design and manage private journeys.
What does Travel African Time do?
Travel African Time is a luxury travel company based in Cape Town. We plan and arrange tailor-made African safaris, multi-country journeys and Indian Ocean island escapes for travellers from around the world.
How much does a tailor-made African journey cost?
Your investment reflects the season, route, length of stay, accommodation and guiding arrangements. Share your preferred dates, interests and budget with your journey curator; we will help you explore the choices and prepare a personal proposal with the inclusions clearly set out.
When should I begin planning?
Planning ahead gives you more choice, particularly for peak safari months, school holidays and small camps with only a few suites. Your curator will check availability for your preferred dates and help shape a route that makes the most of the time you have.
Are your journeys private?
Your itinerary is designed for you and your travelling companions. Some lodge activities and scheduled transfers may be shared; we explain this in your proposal and can discuss private guiding, vehicles and exclusive-use stays.
What level of travel do you arrange?
We specialise in high-end travel, choosing safari camps, lodges, boutique hotels, private villas and island stays for their setting, service and suitability for your journey.
Can you arrange the entire journey?
Yes. We coordinate accommodation, regional flights, transfers, guides and experiences with our local partners. Your journey curator brings these arrangements together in one itinerary, with the inclusions and any shared services explained in your proposal.
Will you support me while I travel?
Yes. Our team and local partners provide 24-hour support during your travels, so you have someone to contact if plans change or you need assistance.
A closer look
Africa, in the details.
Your journey awaits
Let Africa
move you.
Tell us when you would like to travel and what matters most to you. We will begin shaping your journey together.
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