Kelp Shack Magic – RY Marketplace

Marketplace

Description
We visit Soetwater Nature Reserve in Kommetjie, where you will be taken on an unexpected environmental and culinary journey. The Cape kelp forests have recently been announced as one of the seven natural wonders of the world. It is the only forest of giant bamboo kelp on our planet and stretches north for more than 1000km into Namibia. You will go on a short magical coastal walk, where you will learn about the indigenous flora and fauna as well as past and present history of the area. Later you will get a chance learn how to cook with kelp and all sorts of seaweed. It’s all about connecting us as humans to nature and promoting sustainable food sourcing.

What’s Included 
Food – Lunch – A delicious 4 course kelp inspired meal. All ingredients are organic and locally sourced so menu changes according to availability
Drinks – Water – cold local spring water supplied throughout the meal
Local Guide
Transportation – Round Trip – Pick up and drop off at accommodation

What’s Not Included
Additional Drinks – there is a BYO (Bring your own alcohol) policy so you can bring whatever you would like to drink on the day)

Things You Should Know
There is a tidal pool near the Kelpshack so if you would like to take a dip in the ocean you can.
All food is vegan friendly and they can cater for any kind of dietary requirements. 
We visit a bird sanctuary on this excursion.  This is not a bird park and all birds have been rescued and are taken care of by the local team.
Positive Impact – if you would like you can make a donation to the bird sanctuary on the day. Money will go towards the care of the birds, maintenance of the sanctuary which is also used as environmental education centre for children.

Host Introduction

Lappies, a passionate environmentalist who has been in the Soewater Nature reserve for over 20 years, will take you on a short nature walk. Lindy is a seaweed foraging expert and runs multiple workshops. She will show us how to cook with kelp, the different types of seaweed as well as whip up a delicious meal that will blow your mind. All the ingredients she uses for the meal are locally sourced (often from her own garden) and she will show you creative and alternative ways to prep and eat seaweed. 

Minimum Number To Operate

10 people

Maximum Capacity

12 people

Deadline To Book

7 days prior to the start of the experience What is the refund policy?

For questions concerning refunds, please email [email protected]. Please note most bookings made within 24 hours are fully refundable. Bookings made outside the 24 hour policy are not eligible for a refund. Please keep in mind, we will automatically refund bookings that are disrupted by extreme weather conditions, last minute cancellations from our suppliers or the minimum number is not met by the booking deadline.

What happens if my booking is changed/cancelled due to weather?

We’ll control the weather. Just kidding! Remote Year can’t control the weather or many other factors that go into planning events. In the event of a change due to weather, the City Manager will do their best to provide a make-up option. Due to last minute changes and busy monthly schedules, we cannot guarantee it works for everyone but we’ll do our best! If you are not able to attend the make-up date(s), we will fully refund your booking.

I have a discount or gift code, can I use it to complete my purchase?

Yes, once you add your item to your cart and check out, you will be able to input the code before completing the purchase. If you need help finding your code, please double check your inbox. You received an email from Marketplace with the code.

Can I book for a friend / family member?

Yes! We welcome your friends and family coming to visit you while you travel the world. Please refer to our Friends and Family policy: Friends & Family (visitors of active Remotes and active Citizens) may be granted access to private Remote Year events, Local Experiences, Side Trips, Community Events, Local Amenity and Services at an extra cost determined by the Marketplace or City Team. Remote Year reserves the right to deny access to Friends / Family who are over using Remote Year services. To avoid abuse of services, non-active Citizens, op-out Remotes, or Remotes who have left a Program can not use services as Friends & Family of Active Remotes or Active Citizens.

I haven’t received a booking confirmation email, can you help? If I cannot attend, can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

Yes, you may transfer your ticket to another Remote, Citizen or Family/Friend. Please notify the City Manager as soon as possible to confirm the change. Please note, in the case of special dietary requirements, we might not be able to accommodate special requests on last minute changes. Any bookings that require advanced ticketing linked to an individual’s ID might not be approved.

I’m not currently an active Remote Year participant, can I still book?

As a non-active Remote or Citizen, you forego access to any private Remote Year events including Core Experiences, Local Experiences, Community Events, Local Amenity and Services through the Marketplace. Exemptions will be made on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the City Manager.