African Sky strives to bring you a unique and memorable southern African travel experience through our expertise and commitment. We ensure that each of our clients departs from southern Africa with memories of a wonderful travel adventure in one of the world's most remarkable areas. Our company is a member of the Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (membership number 1145) and subscribe to their code of conduct. Each team member has many years of experience in the Southern African tourism industry.
Independent Tour Operator When booking a safari or tour with African Sky, you are securing the operator's services handling all your on-the-ground operations - not a third-party operator. We are based in South Africa and share the inherent knowledge and years of experience that only locals can offer.
Knowledge & Experience As a company, we have more than twenty-four years of experience. As individuals, however, we have spent many more years exploring the length and breadth of southern Africa to provide only the best advice regarding a southern African travel experience.
Commitment to Clients At African Sky, you are more than just a client. We are very passionate about our slice of paradise and sharing it with all those who make an effort to travel all the way here. We will go out of our way to ensure that the experience not only exceeds your expectations but that it will make you want to return for more adventures with us.
Flexibility Our flexibility is one of our proudest characteristics. This trademark extends from our tailor-made itineraries to our on-the-ground operations. When traveling with African Sky, you will not be limited to a strict schedule or a limited time window at any particular attraction. Sit back, take your time and enjoy the scenery.
Our office team is tasked with creating itineraries that meet the specific needs of each traveling party and managing the logistical arrangements of all safaris & tours to the highest standard. Each member of the team has many years of experience, and all are passionate about ensuring your holiday in our part of the world is the unique and memorable experience it can be.
To utilize our knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to quality to ensure all clients experience a wonderful holiday in our part of the world.
To be the leading provider of personalized travel and private tours in the countries of southern Africa.
Riaan is a graduate of the University of Pretoria's School for Economic and Business Sciences. He founded African Sky Safaris & Tours in 1998 and has been privileged to meet people from all corners of the world who enjoyed a holiday hosted by African Sky. His commitment is to ensure a quality experience when dealing with African Sky, from initial contact (Normally via the Website) to the last day of your southern African Vacation.
Andrew spent around ten years as a tour and safari guide before taking an office position, first as a sales consultant and then as the Sales Manager of African Sky Safaris & Tours. Andrew has extensive knowledge of all matters about photographic safaris and tours in Southern Africa. He can expertly assist with all questions relating to your tour or safari. Wildlife photography is his hobby and passion.
JP is responsible for the African Sky website and social media sites, including our official Facebook page and YouTube channel. In addition to these tasks, he works with video content relating to safaris, tours, and wildlife. He has spent much of his working life doing graphic and website design, HTML, CSS, and animation. He joined the office team at African Sky in 2012 as the Webmaster.
Dean has been with African Sky from the very beginning. He is a perfectionist by nature and is tasked with ensuring all payments and arrangement confirmations are made and received timely. Though he operates in the background, Dean contributes greatly to the success of any of our services.
Your guide will be one of the greatest contributors to the overall enjoyment of the experience. These professionals will ensure you depart from Southern Africa with memories to last a lifetime.
Amanda has been a national guide for more than fifteen years. She is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced guide and can shed light on almost any topic, from the history of the region to the cultures of the various tribes, and even the habits and behavior of mammal species. Amanda will enrich your experience in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. She is an exceptional hostess.
Andre is an experienced tour guide who has been leading safaris and tours for African Sky for more than twelve years. The depth of his knowledge of southern Africa is nothing short of astounding, as any client who has toured with Andre will bear testimony. He is registered as a national guide with the relevant authorities and is an expert in all areas involving travel in South Africa and Namibia.
Mary-Anne's experience in the Southern African tourism industry spans a decade. She has a three-year travel and tourism management diploma and has guided extensively in Southern Africa. She is experienced in leading tours in South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia. Mary-Anne is a keen photographer and enjoys sharing her knowledge on the great and small elements.
Annah is based in Victoria Falls. She holds a bachelor's degree in commerce from the Tourism and Hospitality Management department. Her experience in the industry spans more than 15 years. During this period, she has gained vast experience and insight, which combines with her passion for people and travel to make her an indefensible part of the team that focuses on Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Chobe in Botswana, and Livingstone in Zambia
Alida grew up on a farm in the African country of Zimbabwe. She accompanied her family on numerous safaris in Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia from a very young age, fostering a love and understanding of nature. She has since turned her love for Africa into a career as a tour guide - a position that allows her to share her passion and knowledge of the beautiful countries in Southern Africa.
Clouds is one of the most energetic and resourceful tour guides that leads tours in the north-eastern part of Botswana, the north western part of Zimbabwe and the southern part of Zambia. He has over a decade experience in guiding foreign clients in these parts. An extensive knowledge of the wildlife, attractions and history of the area enables clouds to add value to your tour or safari.
Suzette started part-time in the industry in 1998 and completed all the relevant courses to become a national tour guide. She has been a national guide since 2000 and is passionate about traveling. Suzette grew up in Limpopo but is currently based in the Overberg region, not far from Cape Town. Suzette is an excellent hostess and knowledgeable guide who greatly adds to your enjoyment of South Africa.
Ludwig has been working as a tour guide for seven years and comes from the service industry, where he worked as an assistant manager at a hotel. Here he discovered his love for people and tourism. Ludwig is qualified to tour the Western Cape and enjoys the Garden Route region very much. He is particularly passionate about the wine and food of the Cape, especially wine tourism.
