locally inspired

South African Journeys

Travel to Transform

You might know the country for its golden beaches, world-renowned wines, colourful cultures, traditional cuisine and incredible wildlife, but it is so much more…There are still many hidden places to explore and local heroes to meet.

Conscious of our footprint on the planet and people, we advocate for dignity, celebrate humanity and respect the environment we travel to. We showcase a South Africa that you would otherwise not see and we are ready to share with visitors the heart of the country through diverse, colourful and collaborative journeys that positively impact and empower.

We specialise in…

Volunteering holidays for grown-ups!

Tailor-made Holidays

Why travel with us?

Independent & Protected

Travel with ease as we find unbeatable quality and value to bring you the best holiday options. As a member of The Travel Network your holiday is safe and protected.

Expert knowledge

We draw from the locals and design a beautiful mix of culture, community and conservation packages to create your memorable and meaningful holiday.

Making a difference

Whether it is a volunteering or tailor made holiday, our travel experiences create a positive social and environmental impact. We contribute towards a UK or SA charity.

Reviews and Ratings

We were so well taken care of by all the members of the Themba Travel team. I particularly liked our guide Nick, who was knowledgeable and made the game drives very interesting. We saw 3 out of the big five and many other beautiful and fascinating animals. Still, I also appreciated and loved learning about the birds, tracking of animals, the medicinal value of plants in reserve

I enjoyed communicating with a wide range of people working in the wildlife sector, ranging from students to qualified wildlife vets and monitors.

‘Magical..One word which encompasses everything. From our itinerary to our tour guides and everything in between. Thank you Themba Travel for your professional service and creating a magical experience. I would most certainly recommend you to our friends and family.

I enjoyed learning about the conservation project’s efforts, and day to day activities which further improve the wellbeing and lives of the cheetahs. I also enjoyed having hands on experience helping, by assisting when the vet was on site, as well as with feeding and enrichment building for the animals.

My experience in one word...’ Brilliant’ What I enjoyed most about my Volunteering holiday, was being part of a program to protect endangered cheetahs and ensure their health and well-being whilst at the centre. The accommodation, meals, transportation and practical assistance was all very good and I would highly recommend Themba Travel.

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