Digital Nomads Cape Town
Cape Town
Summary
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Best for: Outdoor Adventures & City Life
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Internet: Reliable - fiber widely available
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Budget: Mid-to-High Range
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Weather: Sunny & Windy
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Vibe: Beautiful & Outdoorsy
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Typical stay: 4–12 weeks
What you can expect from Cape Town
Cape Town feels like a breath of fresh air you did not know you needed. Every day you're wowed by something, whether it's the mountains, the ocean, or both at once. It's an active city where people spend time outside, the sunset is a big deal, and there's always something going on. It’s one of those places that no matter how long you come for, you’ll want to stay longer.
Guide sections:
LOCATION & CULTURE | DIGITAL NOMADS CAPE TOWN
Cape Town is at the very tip of Africa, and you can even visit the southernmost point at the Cape of Good Hope. The city has several neighborhoods, each with its own feel. Sea Point and Green Point are where many nomads go for their first time in Cape Town, as they’re walkable and have easy access to popular attractions. Bloubergstrand is more laid back and popular with kitesurfers. Kenilworth is green and calm, a great middle point that gives you easy access to both sides of the city without a touristy vibe. I felt genuinely welcomed everywhere I went and found it easy to make friends with a mix of locals and other nomads. There’s a lot of culture and history to explore here. Robben Island and Bo-Kaap are good places to start, and you can’t leave without having a braai.
City life under Table Mountain
ACTIVITIES | DIGITAL NOMADS CAPE TOWN
From Lion's Head hikes to wine farms
You could spend months in Cape Town and still not run out of things to do. Some of my favorites were hiking Table Mountain and Lion’s Head, taking the train to Muizenberg beach after work, and going to markets on the weekend! You can also hang out with penguins at Boulder’s Beach and then spend the rest of the day at a winery or take the wine tram for a full-day adventure. There’s really something for everyone here.
Coworking in Cape Town
Nomadico Bloubergstrand
Mar, Sept & Oct
Both homes are lively, welcoming, and made for remote work that still feels relaxed. You’ll have fiber-optic internet, a dedicated workspace, and quiet corners for calls — plus power backup, so load-shedding won’t slow you down. Most private rooms have their own desk, and the poolside or shared kitchen make great spots for laptop sessions between chats. With good vibes flowing through home constantly, workdays here feel effortless.
Fibre-optic WiFi
Desk in room
Call booth
Community host
Community events
Garden views
Nomadico Kenilworth
All year round
Work from the bright sun room overlooking the garden, settle into the character-filled workspace with its high ceilings, or retreat to the call room or your desk in your room when you need extra focus.
Between work sessions, cool off in the pool, squeeze in a workout, or recharge in the shady garden. And while Cape Town was once known for load shedding, power outages have become increasingly rare and the house is equipped with solar energy and fiber internet to keep you connected. When it's time for caffeine, the kitchen is just next door for a moka pot brew, with several great cafés within a short walk.
Fibre-optic WiFi
Desk in room
Call booth
Community host
Community events
Garden views
With garden views
With garden views
Laptop-friendly cafes
Bootlegger Blouberg
One of the most laptop-friendly spots near the beach, with plenty of plugs, solid WiFi, and ocean views a short walk away. Bonus: Bootlegger is a local chain, and most locations are remote-work friendly, but this one’s got especially good vibes for a longer work session.
Bootlegger Sandown
Another solid option in the Bootlegger family. Reliable coffee, a laptop-welcome atmosphere, and a steady connection make this one a great backup (or switch-it-up) spot.
Shift Espresso Bar
A go-to for locals and nomads alike. Good coffee, good WiFi, and a cozy space where laptops are common. Great for deep work or people-watching between calls.
CLIMATE | DIGITAL NOMADS CAPE TOWN
Dry summers, green winters
Summer in Cape Town is from December through February, making it the perfect spot to get away from winter in the northern hemisphere. The shoulder seasons in October-November and March-April are underrated. The weather is still lovely, there are fewer crowds, and the whole city is more chill. Cape Town can be very windy, especially by the coast, so it’s a good idea to pack a light jacket even in the warmer months. Winter is from June to August, which brings rain, shorter days, and cooler temperatures. But as long as the sun's out, it’s hard to have a bad day in Cape Town.
Why go in low or shoulder season?
Locals will tell you that around March, it’s like the tourists disappear and Cape Town feels a lot more like home. Plus, the prices on accommodation go down, and restaurants offer more deals. You can still surf, visit all the popular spots with fewer crowds, and the cooler temperatures make for even better hiking conditions. It’s also easier to focus on work when the city feels quieter and less hectic. In the low season, you might even spot whales during your walk on the promenade.
COMMUNITIES | DIGITAL NOMADS CAPE TOWN
Sundowners with your housemates
Cape Town is one of those places you have a hard time leaving and a big reason is the community. I met nomads on their fourth and fifth Cape Town summer, staying three months at a time or maxing out their visa. I also met people who decided to slow down and sign a 12-month lease because they didn’t want to leave. At Nomadico, you have a built-in community of people to go on hikes with, share family dinners, explore the city, and do weekend trips together. Every summer, Nomad Week also brings together hundreds of digital nomads from around the world for a week of keynotes, outdoor adventures, and connecting with the local community.
Resources
Facebook groups
Whatsapp groups
Nomadico - it's only possible to join our whatsapp group when you stay with us
🧘♀️ Yoga class: €10
💪🏻 Gym day pass: €15
🍽️ Dinner at a normal restaurant: €20
☕️ Flat White: €2.50
🏠 Accommodation: €800–1,200/month
🏄♂️ Surfboard rental: €7/day
Cost of living Cape Town
As Cape Town gained popularity, it also got more expensive. I found that accommodation and short-term gym memberships were higher than I expected. But costs like taking an Uber or going for coffee were more affordable than what you’d pay in Western cities. You can also go out for a really high-quality dinner for less than you’d expect. There are cafes and restaurants designed for tourists where the prices reflect that. But once you find your local spots and groceries, your budget can go a lot further.
HOMES | DIGITAL NOMADS CAPE TOWN
Where to stay?
Nomadico teamed up with local guesthouses in Bloubergstrand and Kenilworth to offer colivings fit for digital nomads.
Nomadico (Bloubergstrand)
Mar, Sept & Oct
Live by the beach with iconic views of Table Mountain, a laid-back coastal atmosphere, and plenty of outdoor adventures. Bloubergstrand is a favorite for surfers, kitesurfers, and remote workers alike.
2 Coliving homes
8 Private rooms
3 Shared rooms
Surf town vibes
Surf bum friendly
Town convenience
Surfing & Kitesurfing
Yoga & wellness
Easy beach access
Nomadico (Kenilworth)
All year round
Stay in one of Cape Town's leafy southern suburbs, surrounded by cafés, parks, and local life. Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere, mountain views, and easy access to the city and coast.
1 Coliving home
12 Private rooms
Local living
Town convenience
Yoga & wellness
Train station nearby
Beginner surfers
Rooftop terrace
Pool
With garden views
With garden views
A week in the life of a Digital nomad in Cape Town
Find out what you can do as a digital nomad here during the week and the weekend.
During the week
A typical weekday in Kenilworth starts with coffee and breakfast outside before heading to the gym or out for a morning hike at Cecilia Forest. Then it's heads down for the work day in the coworking space or at a local cafe. I loved working from Wildsprout or Bootlegger. In the afternoon, you can walk over to Arderne Gardens for a stroll or a picnic, play padel at Africa Padel Claremont, or jump on the train to Muizenberg for an evening surf or dinner on the water.
At Bloubergstrand, you're steps from the beach, so you can start your morning with a walk, a swim, or just coffee with a view before sitting down to work. After work, you can head straight to the water, one of the best spots in Cape Town for kitesurfing.
Cape Town is one of those places where watching the sunset is a daily activity and they’re truly unbelievable. Sunset picnics at Llandudno Beach or watching from The Rock are my favorite spots.
Everything you need is within walking distance from our coliving locations, and there's even more to do within an Uber, Bolt, or train ride.
On the weekend
There’s so much to explore in Cape Town, you need many weekends to do it all. I recommend pacing yourself and staying as long as possible to really enjoy it all without burning yourself out.
You have to hike Lion's Head at least once, but there are also plenty of routes on Table Mountain worth exploring. You can take the train to Muizenberg, or head to Camps Bay or Clifton for a beach day. The markets are worth building a whole day around too, Oranjezicht, Old Biscuit Mill, and Hout Bay each have their own vibe.
Driving Chapman's Peak is a must, and seeing the penguins up close at Boulders Beach is honestly a little wild, I didn’t expect to get so close. Take a day on the wine tram through Stellenbosch to try all the local wineries. The views are stunning and the wine gets flowing.
If you have a free weekend, go on safari. I went with Uzinzo and it was one of those once in a lifetime experiences I need to have at least twice.
How to get to Cape Town
Getting to Cape Town requires a decently long flight into the Cape Town International Airport depending on where you’re coming from. Nomads from Europe and the Middle East can find direct flights, while those coming from North America, Asia, or Australia may have at least one connection. If you're already in South Africa, you can take a quick domestic flight from Johannesburg or Durban, though long-distance buses are also available if you don't mind the overnight journey.
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