design safaris

We design curated tours that immerse you in the art, architecture, and culture of Cape Town and beyond.

We design curated tours that immerse you in the art, architecture, and culture of Cape Town and beyond.

design safaris

We design curated tours that immerse you in the art, architecture, and culture of Cape Town and beyond.

At Design Safaris we are driven by a love for architecture, design, art, nature, and food culture. We believe travel should be more than just ticking off sights; it should be about slowing down and truly experiencing a place. Our safaris are designed to celebrate the human touch, connecting you with the people, studios, and stories that bring Cape Town and the Winelands to life. Each journey offers a chance to discover the creativity that makes these destinations unique.

At Design Safaris we are driven by a love for architecture, design, art, nature, and food culture. We believe travel should be more than just ticking off sights; it should be about slowing down and truly experiencing a place. Our safaris are designed to celebrate the human touch, connecting you with the people, studios, and stories that bring Cape Town and the Winelands to life. Each journey offers a chance to discover the creativity that makes these destinations unique.

At Design Safaris we are driven by a love for architecture, design, art, nature, and food culture. We believe travel should be more than just ticking off sights; it should be about slowing down and truly experiencing a place. Our safaris are designed to celebrate the human touch, connecting you with the people, studios, and stories that bring Cape Town and the Winelands to life. Each journey offers a chance to discover the creativity that makes these destinations unique.

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We curate the
authentic experiences.


We connect.

The collaboration with our "originals" — the architects, artists, designers, and other creative minds who master their craft — is at the heart of our approach. Through their eyes and stories, our aesthetic explorers discover the authentic essence of each destination. Whether it’s a private lunch with an artist in their studio, a tour through an architectural masterpiece, or a curated culinary experience, our journeys are designed to inspire and transform. By fostering genuine connections, we offer intimate, curated experiences that reveal the true essence of a place, creating lasting memories for our community of architecture, design, art, and culinary lovers.

Nine Olives Hvar

Orpharos Architects Hvar

Nine Olives Hvar

Orpharos Architects Hvar

Nine Olives Hvar

Orpharos Architects Hvar

Nine Olives Hvar

Orpharos Architects Hvar

Alexander Licikas

Chef & Owner Dinette Berlin

Alexander Licikas

Chef & Owner Dinette Berlin

Alexander Licikas

Chef & Owner Dinette Berlin

Alexander Licikas

Chef & Owner Dinette Berlin

Pedersen + Lennard

Creative Furniture Studio in the heart of Cape Town

Pedersen + Lennard

Creative Furniture Studio in the heart of Cape Town

Pedersen + Lennard

Creative Furniture Studio in the heart of Cape Town

Pedersen + Lennard

Creative Furniture Studio in the heart of Cape Town

Texas

Poet and musician Texas performs on Scarborough Beach

Texas

Poet and musician Texas performs on Scarborough Beach

Texas

Poet and musician Texas performs on Scarborough Beach

Texas

Poet and musician Texas performs on Scarborough Beach

Tres Nagual

Local Organic Beauty Products

Tres Nagual

Local Organic Beauty Products

Tres Nagual

Local Organic Beauty Products

Tres Nagual

Local Organic Beauty Products

Scone Shack

Authentic craft and arts establishment at Cape Point

Scone Shack

Authentic craft and arts establishment at Cape Point

Scone Shack

Authentic craft and arts establishment at Cape Point

Scone Shack

Authentic craft and arts establishment at Cape Point

Wiid Design

Local artist and furniture designer, Lourie Wiid

Wiid Design

Local artist and furniture designer, Lourie Wiid

Wiid Design

Local artist and furniture designer, Lourie Wiid

Wiid Design

Local artist and furniture designer, Lourie Wiid

Research Unit

Fashion and design studio in Cape Town

Research Unit

Fashion and design studio in Cape Town

Research Unit

Fashion and design studio in Cape Town

Research Unit

Fashion and design studio in Cape Town

Value

Value

Inspired. Community.

Forever changed.

Inspired. Community.

Forever changed.

We create unforgettable experiences that connect you with kindred minds, ignite your inspiration, and expand your horizons. Travel beyond the tourist trail, discover hidden gems, and return home forever changed with a deeper understanding of the world.

We create unforgettable experiences that connect you with kindred minds, ignite your inspiration, and expand your horizons. Travel beyond the tourist trail, discover hidden gems, and return home forever changed with a deeper understanding of the world.

originals

Originals Program

The heartbeat of every journey

At the core of our aesthetic travel experiences are the originals - visionaries who infuse each journey with unparalleled authenticity and creativity. These exceptional individuals are the heartbeat of our destinations, bringing a distinctive, once-in-a-lifetime touch to every experience. Discover how their unique perspectives and passionate craftsmanship shape the essence of your travels, offering a deeply personal connection to each place we explore.

About the founders

About aēsplore

Micha and Tom created Design Safaris from a simple idea: travel should connect people to creativity and culture in a genuine way. With roots in Berlin and Cape Town, they combine global perspective with local knowledge, shaping journeys that reveal the spirit of place through its makers, spaces, and stories.

Micha and Tom created Design Safaris from a simple idea: travel should connect people to creativity and culture in a genuine way. With roots in Berlin and Cape Town, they combine global perspective with local knowledge, shaping journeys that reveal the spirit of place through its makers, spaces, and stories.

Micha, originally from Berlin, has spent over 20 years in the travel industry, working his way up to become an experience designer. His love for exploring the world began at 16 with his first solo trip to Kuala Lumpur, igniting a career that blends his interests in hospitality, aviation & creative storytelling. At aēsplore, Micha focuses on curating unique travel experiences, as well as shaping the brand & its marketing communications.

Tom, originally from Cape Town, brings a deep appreciation for mindful living & exploration to aēsplore. With experience launching a startup in the local art scene & a background in product management, Tom is the quiet force that keeps things running smoothly. His love for mindful practices led him to live in a monastery in Sri Lanka, where he cultivated a thoughtful approach to life & travel. Together, Micha & Tom are on a mission to redefine travel, celebrate local design communities, & make their unique worlds accessible to like-minded aesthetic explorers.

South Africa

Cape Town

& Beyond

A Journey of Design, Art, Architecture, and Cuisine Discovery in Cape Town & Beyond

South Africa

Cape Town

& Beyond

South Africa

Cape Town

& Beyond

A Journey of Design, Art, Architecture, and Cuisine Discovery in Cape Town & Beyond

South Africa

Cape Town

& Beyond

A Journey of Design, Art, Architecture, and Cuisine Discovery in Cape Town & Beyond

South Africa

Cape Town

& Beyond

A Journey of Design, Art, Architecture, and Cuisine Discovery in Cape Town & Beyond

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© 2025 Design Safaris. All rights reserved.
Design Safaris is a trademark of Aesplore (Pty) Ltd. Pending registration.

we the aesthetic explorers

Are you an Aesthetic Explorer?

Get our newsletter and explore the world with us

© 2025 Design Safaris. All rights reserved.
Design Safaris is a trademark of Aesplore (Pty) Ltd. Pending registration.

we the aesthetic explorers

Are you an Aesthetic Explorer?

Get our newsletter and explore the world with us

© 2025 Design Safaris. All rights reserved.
Design Safaris is a trademark of Aesplore (Pty) Ltd. Pending registration.