Explore. Learn. Protect.

Join the ultimate wild adventure — right here in Cape Town!

Track over 40 incredible animals on our interactive map, take on eco-challenges, and become a wildlife champion. All you need is your curiosity and love for nature.

🐾 Discover your city’s wild side.
🌱 Make a real difference in your community.
🎒 Adventure starts wherever you are!

Start Your Safari Now!
Cape Town Kids Safari

About

Cape Town Kids Safari was created to connect all children — in every part of the city — to the wild wonders around them.💚

Cape Town is home to tuxedoed penguins, elusive caracals that prowl the mountain slopes, and otters that sneak through city streams. But not all children — especially in under-resourced areas — get the chance to explore these local treasures.

This platform was built to change that. Whether you’re a curious kid from Cape Town or a young visitor, this safari is for YOU. It’s a free, fun way for kids to:

Explore

Your Safari starts here! Explore the interactive map to discover wildlife hidden in Cape Town! Zoom and click on the location pins. You can also:

Wildlife to Discover

Scroll to meet the wild and wonderful creatures of Cape Town. Tap a critter to uncover its secrets, including where and how to track it!

🦓 Tips for Exploring Safely

Explore. Respect. Stay safe. Have fun!

🦦Hands off.
Never touch, chase or feed wild animals. Keep distance – no selfies!
🥾Stick to the path.
Snakes like puff adders might be hidden and won’t move away.
🌊Avoid cliffs and big waves.
Watch ocean animals from safe, dry spots.
🐣Respect animal homes.
Birds may abandon nests if disturbed even once.
📢Don't explore alone.
Always explore with an adult and tell someone your plans.
🧢Wear the right gear.
Sunscreen, hat and good shoes keep you safe and comfy.
💧Bring water.
You’ll need it – especially where there are no taps!
🧼Wash hands.
Clean hands after exploring – with eco-friendly soap!

Chat to TokTokkie! 💬

And complete an eco-challenge!

TokTokkie the Field Ranger

Hi I'm TokTokkie – your personal Virtual Field Ranger! I'm here to answer all your questions about Cape Town’s wildlife!

Give me a number from 1 to 10 to receive an eco-challenge, and earn your next eco-badge!

Complete the Quiz

Complete the quiz to earn your quiz badge!

Budding Explorer badge
0–5 points:
Budding Explorer
Terrific Tracker badge
6–10 points:
Terrific Tracker
Fynbos Fauna Fanatic badge
11–16 points:
Fynbos Fauna Fanatic
Wildlife Whizz badge
17–20 points:
Wildlife Whizz

Games

Outdoor time always beats screen time. But when the weather is glum, give these Cape Town Kids Safari games a go!

Race the currents with a baby Loggerhead Turtle
Plastic Invaders
Race the currents with a baby Loggerhead Turtle – dodge plastic and reach the open ocean!
Guide the Western Leopard Toad
Toader
Guide the Western Leopard Toad across busy roads – hop to the wetland before it’s too late!
Boost your typing speed
WildType
Boost your typing speed using wild words from the Cape Town Kids Safari adventure!
Match the critters and train your memory
Safari Memory Match
Match the critters and train your memory in this wild Cape Town animal challenge!