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Tour Operators

A Grade Tours & Event Management
Contact: Michael Dhlamini
Tel: +2727–341 2987 or +2727–906 4996
Fax: +27088021- 906 4996 or +27088027-341 2987
Mobile: +2784 2300 257 / +2784 240 1500 / +2772 7114174
Email: agrade@telkomsa.net or Michael.agrade@telkomsa.net

Area of operation: Wholesale Inbound Tour Operators & Event Managers in Cultural Tourism, Natural Sites, Flora, Historical Sites, SALT, Hiking & Stargazing Adventures
Pick up and transfers from Cape Town, Kimberley, Johannesburg or Upington Weekly for 3 days – 14 days tours via the N7, N12, N1 or the Route 27. Visit all the Towns, Hiking Trails, National Parks on route with great cultural experiences with local Khoisans who lived in this rough terrain for hundreds of years and enjoy their local cuisines.

	African Private Safaris Contact: Beate Lingg Tel: 0760743509 Email: my@african-private-safari.com Web site: http://www.african-private-safari.com
Area of operation: Northern Cape, South Africa, Africa Private Safari in Africa, Africa travel, guided tours for those who want it a little easier. Or a special photo journey? South Africa Travel, Kgalagadi Safari, Photo Safari, Africa Travel, Adventure Travel, Kalahari Safari, Kalahari Photo Safari, Adventure Journey

	Augrabies Canoe Trails Tel: 054 451 0177 Fax: 054 451 0218 Email: info@kalahari.co.za Web site: http://www.kalahari.co.za
Area of operation: Orange River Adventure Operators We lead, others follow. Mild to wild river adventures. Augrabies Canoe Trail – 4 day 4 night – World famous. Rafting - The “Rush” at Augrabies and Klein Pella to Ghoum Ghoum Falls – Wild! The River will let you breathe...

	Aukwatowa Tours Contact: Conrad Mouton Tel: +27(0) 27 851 8026 Fax: 086 653 4368 Mobile: +27(0) 73 651 8833 Email: Conrad@aukwatowa.co.za
Area of operation: Northern / Western cape / Namaqualand/ Ai-Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier park Transfers from Upington airport, to Namaqualand and Richtersveld. Tours are tailored to suite the needs of my clients. Tours vary from one up to 8 day safaris. Cross country 4x4 trips into Richtersveld. Tours on offer include culture, flowers, diamond mining history, sight-seeing and fishing.

	Boegoeberg Eco Route Contact: Graham Page Tel: 054 741 0043 Fax: 086 543 1540 Mobile: 083 255 5588 Email: info@boegoebergecoroute.co.za Web site: http://www.boegoebergecoroute.co.za
Area of operation: Upington, Groblershoop, Orange River Boegoeberg Eco route represent the varied and interesting tourist services along the Orange River between Groblershoop and Upington including accommodation, 4X4 routes, Historical Tours and a Wine Route.

	Bushwhacked Outdoor Adventures Contact: Adam and Maudie Tel: 027 761 8953 Fax: 027 761 8953 Email: info@bushwhacked.co.za Web site: http://www.bushwhacked.co.za
Area of operation: Based at Fiddlers creek campsite - Vioolsdrift Specialists in fully catered Orange River adventures

	Cape Fox Tours and Photography Contact: Jaco Powell Fax: +27 (0)53 832 6359 Mobile: +27 (0)82 572 0065 Email: info@capefox.co.za Web site: jacelstours@mweb.co.za
Area of operation: The Northern Cape 4x4/Photographic Safaris, Kimberley Tours, Kalahari Adventure Tours click here for more information

Diamond City Shuttle and Tours
Contact: Thami Sebusi
Tel: +27 53 8311531
Fax: +27538321916
Mobile: +27836552765
Email: info@diamoncity.co.za
Web site: http://www.diamondcity.co.za

Area of operation: Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa and Africa
Diamond City Shuttle and Tours has its primary focus on Airport shuttles, Tours and Shuttle Services Overland, South Africa and neighboring states. Accommodation and Conferencing services.

We have developed various tour packages in and around the country that have proven to be very popular amongst our international guests. Safari packages to Tanzania are also available.

	Diamond Coast Contact: Priscilla Smit Tel: +27 (0)27 - 807 2999 Fax: +27 (0)27 - 807 1515 Email: nmtourism@debeersgroup.com Web site: http://www.coastofdiamonds.co.za
Area of operation: Namakwa Coastal Region, Northern Cape Situated in the north-western corner of South Africa's rugged Northern Cape is the stretch of pristine coastline aptly named The Diamond Coast. These shores have remained virtually unknown to the public at large as it is within the restricted and previously forbidden diamond mining areas. click here for more information

	Ghaap Air Contact: Jakes Theron Tel: 053 4741065 Fax: 053 4740529 Mobile: 0824531432 Email: ghaapair@global.co.za Web site: http://www.ghaapair.co.za
Area of operation: Flying Safaris, Air Charters We fly into the African bush from our base at the Ghaap plateau; providing dedicated air transport to hunters, ecotourists and lodges; offering flying safaris varying from 2 to 21 days to spectacular destinations!

	Kalahari Outventures Contact: Kalahari Outventures Tel: +27 (0) 82 476 8213 Fax: +27 (0) 86 613 5692 Email: info@kalahari.co.za Web site: http://www.kalahari.co.za
Area of operation: River Desert Surf and Soul Adventures at Augrabies We are a young dynamic company dedicated to giving our clients the experience of a lifetime. Cultural, Historical, Landscape and Current Development Tours as well as our original Kalahari Backroads Safari.

Kalahari Tours & Travel
Contact: Dantes Liebenberg
Tel: 054 3380375
Fax: 054 3380375
Email: dantes@kalahari-tours.co.za
Web site: http://www.kalahari-tours.co.za

Area of operation: Northern Cape, Namibia, Botswana & Namaqualand
Kalahari Tours & Travel is a regional specialist (operating for more than 10 years!) for the Northern Cape & Namibia and strategically located in the heart of the Northern Cape: Upington. We effectively provide guided tours and accommodate any special interest that clients may have. We offer the a selection of guided tours , special tours and self drives.

	Karoo Biking Contact: Jurgen Muess Tel: +27 21 447 4759 Fax: +27 21 447 4758 Mobile: +27 82 533 6655 Email: jurgen@karoo-biking.de Web site: http://www.karoo-biking.de/en
Area of operation: Northern Cape and the whole of South Africa/BMW Motorcycle tours Karoo Biking is a tour operator specializing in guided and self-guided tours on BMW motorcycles. Our fleet of late model BMW motorcycles is also available for hire.

	KET Contact: Nicolene Jordaan Tel: 087 808 4315 Fax: 086 559 0698 Mobile: 082 747 3301 Email: nc@ket.co.za Web site: http://www.ket.co.za
Area of operation: Kakamas, Northern Cape We offer accommodation, activities, venues, conference facilities and properties.

	Khamkirri Contact: Madrie Nel Tel: 054-4510325 Fax: 054-4510036 Mobile: 082 8216649 Email: info@khamkirri.co.za Web site: http://www.khamkirri.co.za
Area of operation: Kalahari & Richtersveld Tours We do tailor made safaris and tours to the specific needs for our clients. River Rafting, Film scouting, Horse Riding Safaris. click here for more information

	Kimberley Helicopter Services Contact: Erika Venter Tel: 084 552 2063 Fax: 086 6284 809 Mobile: 084 552 2063 Email: khsadmin@inext.co.za
Area of operation: Air Charters and game viewing ,darting and counting We specialize in fixed wing and helicopter charters to any destination in South Africa. Our pilots are highly qualified with commercial type ratings on the aircraft they fly.

	Kriek Helicopters - Heli Fly Fishing Contact: Johann Kriek Fax: 086 501 7618 Mobile: 083 321 8707 Email: johann@kriekheli.com Web site: http://www.kriekheli.com
Area of operation: Northern Cape Kriek Helicopters is a fully licensed commercial helicopter service. We offer charter flights, scenic flight around The Big Hole, Augrabies, Mattanu Private Game Reserve and the rest of South Africa. Kriek Helicopters fly Luxurious air-conditioned helicopters and is a licensed air service provider.

	Marija Tours Contact: Maria Gabriela Jacks Tel: +27 (0)28-254 9552 Fax: +27 (0)28-254 9552 Mobile: +27 (0)82-530 16001 Email: marijatours@telkomsa.net Web site: http://www.marijatours.com
Area of operation: Northern Cape, South Africa Your guide, with many years' experience in Africa and an exceptional knowledge of its history, culture, wildlife and outstanding natural beauty, will take you on local tours and also throughout the whole country or even across the borders for a sightseeing experience you will never forget.

	Noah's River Adventures Contact: Philippus Breyl Tel: 0768637658 Email: hpbreyl@yahoo.co.uk Web site: http://www.noahsriveradventures.co.za
Area of operation: River Rafting and Adventure Activities, Northern Cape Join us for the experience of a lifetime! Paddle through the picturesque Richtersveld on a 2man Croc. Choose your tour: fully catered, semi-catered or self catered. We also do small groups. Ages 5 to 100!

	Richtersveld Tours Contact: Johan de Waal Fax: 086 511 8354 Mobile: 082 335 1399 / 083 928 3571 Email: mail@richtersveldtours.co.za Web site: http://www.richtersveldtours.co.za
Area of operation: Richtersveld, west coast, south of Namibia, Namakwaland We do customised 4x4 camping tours of the Richtersveld, Namakwaland, South of Namibia, and parts of the West coast. We supply everything, from meals, to 4x4 transport, camping equipment and other accomodation.

	T'Ky Gariep Flyfishing Trail Tel: 053 - 861 4983 Fax: 053 - 861 4983 Mobile: 083 - 265 4795 Email: dtours@kimnet.co.za Web site: http://www.diamondtours.co.za
Area of operation: Vaal and Riet Rivers, Kimberley The lower Vaal and Riet Rivers around Kimberley are renowned for tenacious Yellowfish flyfishing for both largemouth and small mouth yellowfish. Flyfishing guide Dirk Potgieter, offers all inclusive packages ranging from one to several days in duration or alternatively expert and local yellowfish flyfishing guiding services.

	Tata Ma Tata Tours Contact: Ed Smith Tel: 054 339 1112 Mobile: 082 535 8830 Email: edsmith2@webmail.co.za Web site: http://www.tatamatata.co.za
Area of operation: Northern Cape I am a tour operator as well a tour guide. Based in Upington, Northern Cape, South Africa. Doing guided tours to Upington, Augrabies, Springbok, Richtersveld, Riemvasmaak, Kgalagadi, Witsand and Kimberley. We do also:- tailor made tours and shuttle services from the airport.

Umkulu Safaris
Contact: Zahn du Toit
Tel: 0218537952
Fax: 0218538391
Email: info@umkulu.co.za
Web site: http://www.orangeriverrafting.com

Area of operation: River rafting, canoeing , botswana safaris , namibia safaris
This is truly one of the purest adventure trails in Southern Africa. The Gariep River or "great river" as it is called by the local Nama people offers a unique outdoor experience to those you seek tranquility and adventure. The Orange River cuts through the Richtersveldt Desert Reserve and is now part of the Transfrontier Transformation Parks in Africa. We offer day, overnight and 4 – 6 day Orange River rafting trials, exploring the many hidden treasures of this remote and almost forgotten desert reserve of Southern Africa.
We also offer a wet & wild adventure, this is a perfect combination of Orange River rafting and exploring the Nababeep Conservancy with a 4x4 Trail.

	Uniglobe Thembelihle Travel Contact: Alvin Botes Tel: +27 (0)53 832 8202/3/4 Fax: +27 (0)53 832 8209 Mobile: 0827731646 Email: thembelihle@uniglobetravel.co.za Web site: http://www.uniglobetravel.co.za
Area of operation: The Northern Cape Taking you to high places beyond expectation

	Wildthing Adventures and River Camp Contact: Nick Louw Tel: +27(0) 21 556 1917 Fax: +27(0) 21 556 1910 Mobile: 083 303 3000 Email: safaris@wildthing.co.za Web site: http://www.orangeriver.co.za
Area of operation: Orange River, Richtersveld Wildthing Adventures is an Outdoor Adventure company that specialises in soft adventures for all age groups (from 8 yr's and older) as well as fun, adrenaline pumping activities. click here for more information

	YMC Travel Upington Contact: Yolande Combrinck Tel: 054 3313534 Fax: 086 5706933 Email: travel@ymctravel.co.za
Area of operation: Northern Cape and Worldwide YMC Travel Upington is passionate about travel; we are professional and offer personalized services. Our motto in life has always been to equip ourselves to render better service than anyone else in our field and we would like to share the services we offer with you.

Other Tour Operators:

Africa Tours & Travel Tel 054 332 5577

Diamond Tours Tel 083 265 4795

Jacelstours Tel 082 572 0065

Kalahari Expeditions Tel 054 451 0325

Kalahari Safaris Tel 082 435 0007

Mokala Safaris Tel 053 723 2391

Oukraal Tours Tel 053 382 3029

Out There Tours Tel 083 623 4509/027 721 8081

Raven Tours Tel 027 7123700

Richtersveld Challenge Tel 027 7181905

Southern Cross Adventures Tel 027 7122624

Spitskop Safaris Tel 054 332 1336

Steve’s Tours Tel 053 831 45072/083 732 3189