African Sky Safaris & Tours is a trusted boutique tour operator based in South Africa. Since 1998 we have conducted private tours and safaris across South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, and beyond.
Help me PlanWe offer professional, personal service in an industry increasingly dominated by corporations, large companies, and travel directories. Our close-knit team is devoted to making your adventure in Africa all it can be.
We have over twenty-five years of experience as a company, and our guides constantly travel to all corners of Southern Africa, providing on-the-ground feedback. African Sky's core team has been with the company for almost fifteen years, ensuring consistent service levels.
At African Sky, you are more than just a client. We are passionate about our slice of paradise and sharing it with all who travel to Southern Africa. We will do our best to ensure that the experience exceeds your expectations.
If your position requires discretion regarding your travel arrangements, you can do no better than working with a small company that manages arrangements in-house and guarantees confidentiality.
One of our proudest characteristics is our flexibility. This trademark extends from our tailor-made itineraries to our on-the-ground operations. When traveling with African Sky, you can have a flexible schedule with no strict time limits at any attraction at any particular attraction. Sit back, take your time, and soak in the scenery.
Memorable, safe, tailored private tours, luxury safaris, and family vacations in Southern Africa.
We are rarely the cheapest option, but offer great value for money. Please compare apples with apples.
Thousands of clients include the rich, famous, and regular tour & safari enthusiasts like ourselves.
Exceptional external reviews are available on Google, TripAdvisor, and other platforms.
We are a small group of dedicated specialists committed to providing accurate, high-quality information and making your African travels unforgettable.
Riaan is a business school graduate who has devoted most of his life to a passion for the wild places of Africa and sharing their magic with clients and friends.
Andrew has an intimate knowledge of destinations and properties after spending more than ten years as a guide and over twelve creating custom itineraries.
Jean-Pierre is a skilled website designer and developer. He is laid-back, creative, and passionate about music (some of it his own) and South Africa's Wild Coast.
Christo has decades of experience in database architecture and coding. In his free time, he loves traveling, especially to the Mozambique coast.
Few are better than Dean at ensuring that t's are crossed and i's are dotted. His loyalty, devotion, and steadfastness are priceless.
Tanya manages payments, booking confirmations, and banking matters with professionalism, ensuring every financial detail of your trip is handled smoothly and on time.
Riaan’s son, Wian, inherited his father’s deep passion for Africa. A soon-to-be professional geologist, he occasionally assists with various aspects of the business, bringing a fresh perspective.
Your guide will be one of the most significant contributors to the overall enjoyment of the experience on any accompanied tour. They ensure you depart from Southern Africa with memories to last a lifetime.
Amanda can illuminate any topic, from the region's history to the cultures of the various tribes and the habits and behavior of wildlife. Her expertise will enrich your experience, and she is an exceptional hostess.
Favorite DestinationsAndre is an expert in guiding clients to the attractions of South Africa and Namibia. A tour accompanied by Andre is informative and enjoyable and will leave you longing to return.
Favorite DestinationsMary-Anne has extensively escorted tours in Southern Africa. Her experience extends to South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia. She loves sharing her passion and photographic skills.
Favorite DestinationsAnnah holds a bachelor's degree in commerce. Her passion for people and travel makes her a valuable part of the team focusing on Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Chobe in Botswana, and Livingstone in Zambia.
Favorite DestinationsBorn and raised in Zimbabwe, Alida accompanied her family on many safaris, fostering a love and understanding of nature. She has since turned her love for Africa into a career as a tour guide.
Favorite DestinationsClouds is an energetic and resourceful tour guide in Botswana, Zimbabwe, and the southern part of Zambia. His extensive knowledge of the area's wildlife, attractions, and history will add value to your trip.
Favorite DestinationsOver the years, Kobus has gained extensive knowledge of Southern Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini. His true passion is guiding people on journeys across Southern Africa.
Favorite DestinationsChris has led hundreds of journeys across Southern Africa. He is an avid birder, and few others are as knowledgeable on all aspects of the Kruger National Park.
Favorite DestinationsLudwig focuses on providing an immersive experience in Cape Town, exploring the gastronomical delights of the Cape Winelands and enriching experiences on the Garden Route.
Favorite DestinationsBrett is an award-winning wildlife photographer, a national tour guide, and a level 2 nature guide. He has over two decades of experience and an exceptional knowledge of South Africa's history.
Favorite DestinationsManuela has been guiding in English and Portuguese for over 25 years. She has a deep love for all things wild and beautiful — from sweeping landscapes to the smallest creatures.
Favorite DestinationsLeon has traveled extensively in Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, and Eswatini. His passion is capturing stunning images of African sunrises and sunsets.
Favorite DestinationsTestimonials from our clients who experienced memorable, personable and unforgettable safaris or tours with African Sky.
Everything about our trip with African Sky was perfect - professional, well-organized, delightful, and designed to meet our needs. We had a wonderful stay in South Africa. The trip exceeded all of our expectations - just plain fun. One of our best trips ever! We will certainly recommend African Sky to family and friends and hope to return ourselves one day. Michael & Kelly Epstein, USA
Everything about our trip with African Sky was perfect—professional, well-organized, delightful, and designed to meet our needs. We had a wonderful stay in South Africa. The trip exceeded all of our expectations—it was just plain fun. It was one of our best trips ever! We will certainly recommend African Sky to family and friends and hope to return ourselves one day. Francesca Mitchell, UK
From our first approach to African Sky, we found our contacts highly professional and efficient. The planning and booking proceeded smoothly. Once in South Africa, the organization and running of the tour went without a hitch. We were exceptionally pleased with the experience and would recommend African Sky to other travelers. Michael Weston, UK
Mary-Anne was excellent! Her knowledge is unbelievable. We learned much about the animals, their habitat, and South Africa. The personal service was excellent. If you want the best safari experience, look no further than African Sky. Their knowledgeable staff will make it unforgettable. Matthew Olafsen, USA
African Sky did everything right. Andrew was great at putting the whole trip together. Amanda gave a fine day tour of Cape Town. Mary-Anne was great at starting the trip and picking me up at the end. I will refer my friends to African Sky and use African Sky again! Frank Linkous, USA
Right from the initial itinerary preparation to collection from the airport to the conclusion of the amazing short tour, African Sky was exceptional. They were highly professional, with a friendly and welcoming approach that couldn't be faulted. Richard McGrath, Australia
Excellent service. Communicating with and arranging a tour suited to our varied wishes was easy. It was a fascinating and enjoyable trip through a beautiful country. Both guides were excellent and contributed significantly to the holiday.David & Marie Clare, UK
African Sky was founded in 1998, inspired by a passion for Southern Africa's wild places. Since our inception, we have strived to share our love of these areas with travelers through thoughtfully designed, authentic experiences.
We do not offer one-size-fits-all tours; we base your trip on what inspires you and craft an itinerary based on this.
Today, African Sky thrives on word-of-mouth referrals and our enduring relationships with returning guests. We believe in slow travel, quiet luxury, and journeys that leave lasting memories — not just photographs.
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