Plan your tour to South Africa with someone who lives there

We connect you with the best travel agents in South Africa for a fairer, more authentic way to travel.

Global travel, local experts
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Our local agents in South Africa

How it works

Step 1

Tell us your preferences

Let us know about your trip and we’ll find you the perfect local agent.

Step 2

Plan with your local agent

Collaborate with them to create your perfect itinerary.

Step 3

Book your trip!

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Authentic Knowledge

Your trip to South Africa, their local expertise

Rhinos in Kruger National Park, South Africa

"South Africa has a total of 42 game reserves! Kruger National Park is one of the largest in the country and ideal for encounters with the Big Five in their natural habitat."

Local agent Monika in South Africa

Monika

Local expert in South Africa
  • We carefully handpick only the best, English-speaking local agents, who have welcomed travelers from around the world
  • Your expert will use their intimate local knowledge to give you the most immersive experience
  • All the knowledge of a local agent, with support from the TravelLocal team for your peace of mind
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Rhinos in Kruger National Park, South Africa

"South Africa has a total of 42 game reserves! Kruger National Park is one of the largest in the country and ideal for encounters with the Big Five in their natural habitat."

Local agent Monika in South Africa

Monika

Local expert in South Africa

Trips unique to you

Personalized tours to South Africa, made easy

Day 4

Coast of Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town

Day 5

Wine estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa

Stellenbosch

(ADDED DAY)

Day 6

Whale tail in Hermanus, South Africa

Hermanus

"Spend a day getting to know Stellenbosch, one of South Africa's oldest cities, and visit a nearby wine farm for a tasting tour!"

Local agent Monika in South Africa

Monika

Local expert in South Africa
  • Plan your trip exactly the way you want it, hassle-free
  • 24/7 in-destination support
  • Peace of mind with financial protection from ASTA
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Day 4

Coast of Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town

Day 5

Wine estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa

Stellenbosch

(ADDED DAY)

Day 6

Whale tail in Hermanus, South Africa

Hermanus

"Spend a day getting to know Stellenbosch, one of South Africa's oldest cities, and visit a nearby wine farm for a tasting tour!"

Local agent Monika in South Africa

Monika

Local expert in South Africa

Reimagining travel

A fairer way to travel to South Africa

Guide on an elephant safari in South Africa

"Working with TravelLocal has helped us grow our business and support our local community."

Local agent Katlego in South Africa

Katlego

Local expert in South Africa
  • By dealing directly with your expert, more of your money goes straight to the local economy
  • With fewer people in the planning chain, you get a better trip at better value
  • You save money while local communities benefit more from it. It’s a win-win!
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Guide on an elephant safari in South Africa

"Working with TravelLocal has helped us grow our business and support our local community."

Local agent Katlego in South Africa

Katlego

Local expert in South Africa

Traveler stories

Jessica Abnet in South Africa

"Hannah was very attentive and worked with us all along the way. She was helpful with planning, executing and communicating during our trip if we had questions."

Jessica Abnet

Traveled in June 2024

Lorraine Ball in South Africa

"Hannah did a phenomenal job. She actively listened to what I was dreaming of experiencing, planned it out flawlessly, and added details to ensure my trip not only went smoothly but was special."

Lorraine Ball

Traveled in August 2024

Bart Verachtert in South Africa

"Hannah is very knowledgeable, very pro-active and extremely helpful and reactive during the trip itself. We had an outstanding trip largely because of her and her team."

Bart Verachtert

Traveled in July 2022

How much could your trip to South Africa cost?

All of our trips are completely tailor-made, so the price of a vacation varies.

To give you an idea of what it might cost, here is what our travelers tend to spend on their trip to South Africa.

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Per person
7 nights

Our travelers tend to spend

US$2,000 - US$3,000

BASED ON TWO ADULTS SHARING

  • Bespoke, handcrafted itinerary
  • Accommodation
  • In-trip transportation
  • 24/7 in-destination support
  • International flights

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Lion's Head in Cape Town, South Africa

Helping South Africa to flourish for generations to come

  • Our local agents work to avoid overtourism, while you enjoy space away from the crowds
  • We put local people in charge of local tourism
  • We support our local agents, training them in ethical practices, sales and environmental responsibility
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