Ruminate Travel & Tours
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Meet Donovan O’Neale
Owner and Guide
Donovan O’Neale, the driving force behind Ruminate Travel and Tours, is a seasoned Cape Town adventure guide with a passion for creating unforgettable outdoor experiences. As a professional mountain guide and kiteboarding instructor, Donovan combines expert knowledge with a genuine connection to his clients, turning every guided tour in Cape Town into a lifelong memory. His energetic “let’s do this” attitude fuels each adventure, inspiring confidence and excitement.
With over 12 years running a successful kiteboarding and surfing store in Cape Town, Donovan’s love for wind, waves, and the great outdoors runs deep. After expanding his skills in sustainable industries like mining and electronic waste recycling, he returned to his true calling: leading exceptional outdoor adventure tours and tailored travel itineraries in Cape Town and beyond.
When he’s not guiding hikes up Table Mountain or leading stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) tours along the coast, Donovan is exploring rugged mountain trails or scouting new adventures to share. Whether kiteboarding, hiking, or designing your next dream tour, Donovan’s passion for Cape Town’s outdoor lifestyle guarantees every journey with Ruminate Travel and Tours is filled with connection, excitement, and authentic exploration.
Meet Robyn O’Neale
Creative Director
Robyn O’Neale, Creative Director at Ruminate Travel and Tours and founder of Float Lifestyle, is a dynamic force behind Cape Town’s most innovative travel experiences. With a BA in Applied Design from Stellenbosch Academy of Design and Photography, Robyn combines her creative expertise with a deep passion for crafting unique and immersive adventure travel planning in Cape Town.
Having sailed the world on super yachts for six years, Robyn mastered the art of luxury service and global hospitality, bringing a refined touch to every project. Her international perspective and design skills are the foundation of Float Lifestyle, a company dedicated to transforming ideas into breathtaking, stylish experiences.
At Ruminate Travel and Tours, Robyn’s visionary approach elevates each Cape Town adventure tour by blending artistic flair with meticulous planning. Whether designing bespoke travel itineraries or dreaming up new outdoor adventures, Robyn ensures every journey is a seamless, memorable masterpiece that leaves clients inspired and eager to explore more.