Who We Are

The Cape Tourist Guides Association (CTGA) is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) Govern by the Tourism Act; with firm roots based in the Western Cape. We are membership based and function through an executive committee, who give freely of their time and provide support and advise members on both policies and day-to-day issues.

Our Mission

We strive to achieve professionalism, representation, integrity and the expansion of knowledge within the tour guide industry. We are committed to the growth and recognition of all members within the Cape Tourist Guides Association.

Our Vision

To be leading and representing our association, fostering a vibrant, professional, and sustainable tourism industry. Through continuous education, advocacy, and innovation, we aim to enhance the visitor experience while ensuring our guides are recognized as essential contributors to the cultural and economic vitality of the city and the country. Our association will remain a trusted voice in the tourism sector, supporting both guides and the communities they serve, and promoting the city and our country as a world-class destination with knowledgeable, passionate, and professional guides at its heart.

This vision captures the long-standing presence of the association while highlighting growth, professionalism, and the important role guides play in shaping the tourism experience.

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