Coliving in Cape Town, South Africa

Coworking Safari is a coliving and remote work travel platform that combines extended stays in Africa with genuine wildlife and nature experiences. Operating since 2017, it serves digital nomads, remote workers, and location-independent teams who want to use Africa as a base — not just pass through as tourists. The offering spans Cape Town coliving, a rural retreat in the Eastern Cape, guided safari packages, and destination guides across South Africa, Namibia, Kenya, and Morocco.

The Experience

The rural South Africa retreat, based in Chintsa on the Eastern Cape coast, is the core coliving product. Guests stay in private accommodation within a laid-back coastal retreat setting, with shared coworking-friendly areas, access to meals, and a community atmosphere that builds naturally from the setting rather than from fixed group arrivals. The pace is slower than Cape Town: mornings work well for deep focus, afternoons open up for beach walks and ocean swimming, and evenings often involve shared dinners.

Optional volunteering with a local community school adds a layer of genuine connection to the surrounding area — guests can support English lessons, sports programs, or community-based projects during their stay. Monthly-stay guests receive a complimentary day safari.

Cape Town coliving programs offer a contrasting urban experience: a city base with access to South Africa’s strongest coworking ecosystem, plus organized game drives and guided safari add-ons during the stay.

The Space

The Chintsa retreat offers private accommodation within a shared-property setting, coworking-friendly common areas, and meal access. Pricing starts from around €325 per week or €1,100 per month. The safari experiences operate through a private conservation game reserve in the Eastern Cape, with all transport, meals, and connectivity provided during game drive excursions. Wi-Fi and local SIM cards are arranged for guests who need to stay connected on the road.

Who It’s For

Coworking Safari suits remote workers who want to base themselves in Africa for weeks or months, rather than rushing through. It is a good fit for solo travellers seeking structure and community in an unfamiliar continent, as well as for remote teams looking for an offsite that offers something more memorable than a city hotel. Minimum stays are flexible — from four nights for shorter visits up to month-long arrangements.

Location Highlights

Chintsa is a small coastal settlement on the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape, known for its clean beaches, relaxed atmosphere, and proximity to wildlife reserves. Cape Town needs little introduction: it offers mountain hiking, world-class surf, a strong cafe culture, and a time zone convenient for European working hours. The Kruger region provides safari access at a world-class level. Taken together, Coworking Safari covers more of the African continent’s highlights than any other single coliving provider.