About Us

 

South Africa Tours is a company that is driven by a deep passion for the tourism industry. With more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality and touring industry, our team is highly skilled and knowledgeable.

Our head-office is located in Limpopo, but we specialize in tours throughout Southern Africa. Our tours are designed to cater to international guests from all over the world. We offer exciting cultural tours to neighbouring and African countries, where visitors can explore The Battlefields, Blood River, Eswatini (Swaziland) Cultural Villages, Big 5 safaris, Lesotho, Mozambique, Kruger National Park, and many other fascinating destinations.

We also cater to nature lovers and adventure seekers. Our qualified cultural and historian tour guides ensure that every tour is informative, interesting, and unforgettable.

We offer tailormade or specialized tours to suit your preferences and interests. Contact us today for more information.

Meet The Team

Lizelle Jacobs

Lizelle Jacobs

Manager of South Africa Tours

Lizelle is a seasoned professional in the tourism industry, having dedicated 30 years of her career to this field. She pursued her passion for travel and hospitality by obtaining a Tourism diploma in 1994 from Tshwane University of Technology, which gave her a strong foundation in the principles and practices of the tourism industry.

Over the years, she has honed her skills and expertise by working for various travel agencies, catering to different types of clients and destinations. Lizelle is proud to say that she has visited numerous countries, immersing herself in their cultures and discovering the hidden treasures that make them unique.

Today, as a tour operator, she continues to share her love for travel with others and create memorable experiences for them.

Ivan Jacobs

Ivan Jacobs

Supervisor – South Africa Tours

Ivan is a highly skilled and experienced supervisor of  South Africa Tours . Born in the beautiful town of Barberton and studied at the prestigious Tshwane University of Technology in the building industry, with qualifications in Project Management and Quantity Surveying.

Ivan, also a qualified and highly experienced Professional Hunter led hunting safaris in various game farms in Limpopo for many years.

Ivan’s crowning achievement is the head office of  South Africa Tours , which he built himself in the heart of Limpopo’s Waterberg area. This beautiful office doubles as a guest house, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the local culture and hospitality. Ivan’s friendly and approachable demeanour has made him a beloved figure in the industry, and his expertise has helped him to guide his team to success time and time again.

Dick Maree

Dick Maree

MA History, Nat. Tour Guide, Eswatini Tour Guide

Dick is a highly experienced tour guide and historian who has been guiding tours throughout South Africa and neighbouring countries for many years.

He has developed a deep understanding and love of the diverse cultures that make up this vibrant region. Dick specializes in cultural tours, and his passion for history and human science shines through in every tour he leads. He has an extensive knowledge of traditions, the local culture and customs, and takes great pride in sharing this knowledge with his clients.

His friendly and approachable demeanour makes him popular with tourists of all ages and backgrounds, and he is always willing to answer questions and engage in lively discussions about the history and culture of the places he visits.

Mariette Steyn

Mariette Steyn

National Tour Guide

Mariette, is a qualified tour guide, born in Butterworth, Transkei, who grew up in Gauteng, South Africa. She currently resides in KwaZulu-Natal and has a true passion for providing her clients with a unique, unforgettable and care free experience.

Mariette is known for going the extra mile to make sure that her clients are satisfied and happy with their tour. Thanks to her extensive travels to numerous countries, Mariette has gained abundant knowledge about different cultures, customs, and traditions.

She is always excited to share her experiences and insights with her clients, making each tour an enriching adventure.

Henriette Kamfer

Henriette Kamfer

Sales & Reservations Executive

Based in Perth, Henriette Kamfer brings together a strong professional background in commercial advisory and a genuine passion for South Africa. Having built her career around relationship management, planning, and delivery, she now supports Australian travellers by designing trips that are both seamless and deeply meaningful. Henriette works closely with clients and on-the-ground partners to ensure every journey is well considered, well supported, and unforgettable.

  • star rating  Wonderful time on tour - I had the most wonderful time going on a tour with SA Cultural Tours to The Kruger National Park and Panorama tour in Mpumalanga. Our tour guide made the experience... read more

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    July 27, 2023