Who are we?
SaltyCrax is a Backpackers located in Table View, Cape Town. Our accommodation is ideal for the watersports enthusiast as we are situated close to the beautiful white beaches of Blouberg and the famous Kite Beach. With a good supply of wind and waves and a variety of sailing locations, either for the eager beginner or the dedicated sailor, there is something for everyone. We have Sports, Adventure and Educational packages to cater for any type of person! With our custom made tours and packages we will make you feel right at home!
Our “little oasis in Table View” has a luscious green garden equipped with a jacuzzi, bonfire pit and plenty of space for you to hang up your surfboard soak in the African sun. We have unlimited WiFi which is perfect for those Skype dates back home and on those lazy days, kick back to your favourite book in our subtropical hammock. Later in the evening, meet us in the bar, exchange travel stories with the friendly staff and other travellers alike. Welcome to your home away from home.
Meet our team
CARLA FARREIRA
Owner and Founder
- +About me
What do you love about your job?
The awesome family that we are as colleagues and friends
What is your favourite thing about Salties?
The fire place with a nice glass of wine
What restaurant would you recommend in Cape Town?
Homespun in table view or blowfish- both walking distance from the backpackers
What is a must do in Cape Town?
Sharkdive, abseil table mountain and of course a wine tour
Random thing about you?
I love exploring Cape Towns ever changing city, amazing foods and stunning outdoors
SUNE VAN DER WALT
Front of House Manager
- +About me
What do you love about your job?
Love the people that I work with and working with different people face to face
What is your favourite thing about Salties?
The relaxed atmosphere and being accepted for who I am
What restaurant would you recommend in Cape Town?
Catch 22
What is a must do in Cape Town?
Hiking Lions Head
Random thing about you?
I have an alter ego called Mimi Von Rouge and you can follow her on Instagram
PRINCE MASHONGANYIKA
Receptionist
- +About me
What do you love about your job?
The great working environment and meeting different types of people
What is your favourite thing about Salties?
Our part in helping underprivileged people in the communities
What restaurant would you recommend in Cape Town?
All restaurants that have live music
What is a must do in Cape Town?
Touring Cape Town and learning the history
Random thing about you?
I am a musician
DEIDRE VAN HEERDEN
Leisure Tour Agent and Marketing
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What do you love about your job?
Sending people on amazing tours through South Africa
What is your favourite thing about Salties?
It’s a circus full of clowns
What restaurant would you recommend in Cape Town?
Bombay Bicycle Club
What is a must do in Cape Town?
Visit Wolfkop Nature Reserve
Random thing about you?
I am a bit of a nerd
CASSANDRA BARBER
Reservations Agent
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What do you love about your job?
I love the fun family vibe
What is your favourite thing about Salties?
Meeting new people everyday
What restaurant would you recommend in Cape Town?
Damhuis
What is a must do in Cape Town?
Table mountain and Robben Island
Random thing about you?
I love to play guitar and clean
AWONKE DYANTYI
Accounts
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What do they do at Salties?
Accounts for Save and Salties
What do you love about your job?
I get to work with money and do my thing
What is your favourite thing about Salties?
The diverse company culture
What restaurant would you recommend in Cape Town?
Doodles
What is a must do in Cape Town?
Skydiving in Cape Town
Random thing about you?
I love to sing and enjoy nice music
YANGA GIJANA
Marketing
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What do you love about your job?
I love social media marketing, selling tours, helping guests find cool things to do in Cape Town, building and maintaining relationships for the business
What is your favourite thing about Salties?
The favorite thing about Saltycrax is the team I work with
What restaurant would you recommend in Cape Town?
I would definitely recommend Marco’s African Place for authentic African cuisine
What is a must do in Cape Town?
Do a City Walking Tour
Random thing about you?
I can’t dance to save my life but I love to party and I am a serial series binge watcher
HENRY KOEKEMOER
Maintenance
REVAI
Housekeeping
