
Carla Ferreira
I have traveled to over 50 countries and know the importance of having someone with local knowledge and advice to give you tips on where to go for those unforgettable experiences. A born and bred South African with a love for our culturally diverse country.
I am the managing director of Saltycrax Adventures, an inbound tour operator offering unique and customised tours for individual and group international travelers wanting to explore our beautiful country. I love making people's dream a reality, finding unique and off the beaten track places.
I am also the founder of SAVE Foundation, an NPO that runs various humanitarian and conservation projects in Africa. These projects vary from assisting schools in townships with managing, fundraising and renovations to sports development projects; teaching skills such as swimming, skating and surfing and allowing participants to compete nationally.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"South Africa, Cape Town, Garden Route, West Coast, Kruger, Johannesburg, Durban and road trips around the country.
Foodie tours, Wine tours, Adventure activities like Kite Surfing, Surfing, Shark cage diving, Safaris, Extreme sports activities, sports, and fitness.
Responsible Travel ideas, Volunteering days or weeks, community visits.
Accommodation, Car hire and local advice on great places to eat and explore!"
How did you get involved in travel?
"I have a great passion for South Africa and love exploring its diverse landscapes, tasting foods of international standards, sipping on world-class wines and immersing myself in the many cultures and the history of our country.
I love to show off our country and believe strongly in cross-cultural understanding. I think that people from different cultural backgrounds learn to understand each other through travel. Establishing SAVE Foundation was a natural progression; to create a sustainable and ethical bridge between tourists and locals wanting to assist communities in need."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"Where do I start? I can't choose so I'll leave you a few one-liners. If you want to know more, just ask :-)
- South Africa: Traveling from Durban to Cape Town without touching a main road
- Namibia: Our 4x4, sand deep to the door in the Skelton coast desert with no signal or a person in site.
- Peru: Sunrise at Machu Picchu
- Russia: Drinking vodka shots with the International police in Moscow
- China: Having photos taken of me by the locals on the Great Wall of China
- Cuba: Getting lost in Havana with no road names
- Czech Republic: Going head-to-head with a tram in Prague
- UK: Being stuck in Dover on the way to France with no visa
- USA: Traveling coast-to-coast across America
- Zanzibar: Dive tackling a Masai Worrier on the beach
The list goes on..."
Featured trips & expertise

South Africa Coast & Safari Family Adventure - 7 Days
Treat the kids to the holiday of a lifetime as you journey to South Africa for an unforgettable trip that starts in vibrant Cape Town and ends with a stunning couple of days on safari at the Southern Cape's Gondwana Game Reserve. Along the way, you'll scale iconic Table Mountain by cable car, play alongside penguins at Boulder Beach, and cruise the Cape on a pirate ship before encountering Big Five wildlife in the stunning surroundings of the Garden Route.

Adventure, Safari & Family Fun in South Africa: Cape Town & the Garden Route - 10 Days
This 10-day family trip to South Africa blends the perfect mix of adventure, excursions, and luxury downtime as you explore the country's scenic Garden Route and Western Cape. Start in lively Cape Town, where you'll scale Table Mountain by cable car before touring the surrounding wine country. Introduce the kids to Africa's iconic Big Five as you safari in Gondwana before winding up on the pristine shores of Knysna and catching a sunset cruise along the lagoon.

South Africa for Families: Cape Town, Pilanesberg National Park & Sun City - 10 Days
Experience the very best of South Africa on this 10-day, action-packed family adventure. Journey from stunning Cape Town to vibrant Johannesburg via safari in the Pilanesberg National Park and waterpark fun at Sun City Resort. Along the way, you'll meet the Big Five on a sunrise safari, tour Cape Point, discover the country's journey to end Apartheid in Soweto, and visit a family-friendly winery in the Western Cape.

Southern African Safari for Families: Kapama, Cape Town & Victoria Falls - 10 Days
Experience the best of South Africa's wildlife and stunning natural beauty with this 10-day family trip. From vibrant Johannesburg to cosmopolitan Cape Town, you'll safari in the Kruger National Park and witness the majesty of Victoria Falls. Along the way, discover penguins, pirate ships, and plenty of adventure as you and your family experience the warmth of traditional African culture and hospitality.

South African Family Safari: Cape Town, Kruger National Park & Johannesburg - 10 Days
Challenge your perception of family travel with this adventurous itinerary. Can you really take kids on safari, wine tasting, or hiking? The answer is yes, absolutely―if you do it right! As you travel from Cape Town to Johannesburg via Kruger National Park, you'll discover tours tailored to be safe but exciting, with plenty to keep the whole family entertained. Get up close to South Africa's wildlife, learn about its history and culture firsthand, and relax while you and the kids have the time of your lives.

South Africa for Families: Cape Town, Sun City & Johannesburg - 7 Days
This well-planned, week-long itinerary is the perfect taster of South Africa for families of all ages. Enjoy the best of colorful Cape Town, from the sweeping views atop Table Mountain to the wineries on the city's doorstep. Then catch a flight inland for two blissful days at the Sun City Resort, a wonderland of adventure and relaxation for kids and parents. End in Johannesburg with a meaningful tour of the infamous Soweto township and a storytelling dinner under the stars
Recent trip reviews for Carla
Great Trip
South Africa
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Aug 6 - Aug 22, 2021

We had an amazing time in South Africa and the ease of coordinating on KimKim and our specialist Carla was great. Would definitely book this way again!

Hi Callen,
Thanks for the great feedback.
I’m glad you had an enjoyable trip in my country.
I look forward to hearing from you again in the future
Thanks Carla
Our 21 day South African “Investment Trip”
South Africa
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Sep 17 - Oct 12, 2019
Our 21 day South African “Investment Trip” was over the top in so many ways: tailor made itinerary by Carla and Deidre @ Salty Travel with revisions, figuring out and responding to our “wants”, including:
Lodgings:
*Cape Town/Presidents Hotel @Bantry Bay - 2 bedroom 2 en-suite bath sitting room and kitchenette, delicious European & full breakfast (eggs cooked to order), delightful staff and daily chocolates!
*Hermanus/Baleens Hotel - unique in style but very comfortable and close proximity... read more

Hi Mick,
Thanks so much for the very detailed review. I'm so glad you had an amazing time in South Africa.
We will take the feedback you have given about your Kruger experience to their management.
We hope to see you again soon in Southern Africa.
See you soon
Thanks Carla
South Africa leg
South Africa
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Oct 9 - Oct 16, 2018
Carla was incredibly helpful, friendly, approachable, knowledgable, and adaptable to my changing requests. Even when I thought I was being annoying with my constant questions, I definitely never got that impression from her. I would absolutely use kimkim again, and would recommend Carla to anyone thinking of visiting South Africa.

Thank you so much for the kind words Rosie, it was just as much of a pleasure to work with you. Kaleb confirmed they had a wonderful stay here is South Africa. Until next time, take care :)
Day wine tasting tour
South Africa
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Sep 17 - Sep 17, 2018
We started planning our trip several months before coming to South Africa. Carla was extremely responsive, she worked with us on itinerary to accommodate our interests. She worked through small issues and we had a wonderful informative tour with our guide Mark. Highly recommend.
Garden route, South Africa
South Africa
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Jun 23 - Jun 26, 2018
The trip was amazing from start to finish! I had an amazing time. Carla and my tour guide, Julian were superb! Thank you.
Safari and Johannesburg City (Soweto)
South Africa
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Apr 21 - Apr 26, 2018

Hello,
I found the experience to be good overall. I especially enjoyed the Tremisana lodge in South America and the folks at Marc's treehouse were very accommodating. They had not received my requirement or did not accurately record my requirement for an ensuite but they switched rooms without any problems.
It happened to be a low season and the switch perhaps could not have been possible during the high season.
Initially I found Carla, my kimkim travel agent to be hard to get a hold of... read more
safari with Sophi
South Africa
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Apr 20 - Apr 20, 2018
great day trips to both cape point and the safari!!

Hi Sanjeev
Thank you for rating your tours
I hope to see you again in future
You can contact me for anything at anytime
Take care
Table Mountain
South Africa
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Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2018
Thanks Carla for your guide through emails. Everything was perfect, on time and the price is reasonable. The driver also cooperative and give us lots of information about cape town. Will definitely recommend this tour.

Hi Vidya,
I'm so glad you had a great time in Cape Town. I am here to help and love showing off our lovely country :-)
Hope to see you soon!
Thanks Carla