Welcome to
!Khwa ttu
The “embassy” of the San of southern Africa.
Home to a very different museum.
The San are one of the last hunter-gatherer societies left on earth.
It is the story of humankind.
Come to !Khwa ttu
At !Khwa ttu, the San tell their story in their own words.
#Sanspiritshared
The !Khwa ttu
Award Winning San Heritage Centre
From human origins to contemporary San life. A compelling story told in three thought-provoking buildings.
Lots to do!
Experience the authentic warmth of San Spirit.
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Award Winning Heritage Centre.
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Intriguing Tours.
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Garden-fresh Restaurant.
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A shop that's full of surprises.
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Beautiful trails for bikers and hikers.
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Animals large and small!
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Shower under the stars.
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Sleep in a beautifully designed Hilltop Huisie, or a Fynbos Cabin with a private hot tub.
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Conferences around a campfire or in the veld.
Our work at !Khwa ttu and with San across southern Africa
!Khwa ttu strives to restore dignity and cultural pride, navigating a practical path between the old ways and the new world.
We are committed to the dynamic preservation of indigenous knowledge and the development of skills to equip San to thrive in a rapidly changing southern Africa.
Our heritage restitution, conservation and responsible tourism practice creates a powerful learning experience for young San from across southern Africa.
By sharing our replicable example, expertise and information with visitors, and through forming partnerships, we leverage our impact locally and strengthen indigenous initiatives in remote communities across southern Africa.
You can help
Join the family
"We cannot change history, but we can work on making more justice in our lifetime." - Irene Staehelin