When people talk about us, a lot of them tell us we’re ‘not like other tour companies‘ and it’s something we take as a compliment. Searching for Africa's wild heart is one of travel's most magical experiences. We favour vacations that incorporate plenty of local interactions and culturally authentic experiences and we get to create the kind of travel encounters that extend far beyond social media in the process.

When possible we try to support local economies when building a travel itinerary. We like to focus on immersive travel to help you see just how your money is impacting the area you're visiting. Most of the time, your money won't stay in the community your visiting. But we aim to arrange your travel experience incorporating qualified local tour guides and small business-owners to boost the local community.

Travel can expand our minds and promote intercultural understanding. Unfortunately, travel can also take it's toll on Mother Earth. At Toerboer we pride ourselves  in responsible travel practices that pay attention to environmental, social, and economic sustainability as well as eco-tourism, which involves responsible travel specifically to natural areas.

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Apart from Toerboer’s passion for travelling, we have always been committed to conservation and sustainability. We’ve made a commitment to care for our environment, our people and our communities
whilst ensuring that each of our guests experience the best of all that Southern Africa can offer on a bespoke African journey passionately compiled by a registered Tour Operator.
We call this our Toerboer Family Values.

WE'RE REGISTERED

Using a registered tour operator provides you with peace of mind when booking your holiday and ensures that services rendered, and facilities provided to travellers comply with the prescribed standards. Registered Tour Operators are legitimate, financially stable, legally compliant and insured.

Toerboer is registered with the following institutions;

• The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA)
• Namibian Tourism Board
• Graaff-Reinet Community Tourism Association
• Karoo Heartland Tourism Association
• Endorsed by the Seychelles Tourism Board

 
Important information regarding our tours:

• Expertly led by professional guides
• Reliable vehicles
• Affiliated with the best in the business: SATSA, NTB. Graaff-Reinet Tourism, Karoo Heartland
• Applicable insurance

WE'RE ECO-WISE

​We care deeply for the longevity of the environment and endeavour to keep our travel itineraries as eco-wise as possible. We also apply the motto reduce, reuse and recycle to our daily lives and operations and we encourage our family to do the same.
 

• For every traveler that undertakes a multi-day tour with Toerboer, a tree is planted through the registered NGO Greenpop. Travelers receive a keyring as a gift indicating the GPS-coordinates of where the tree is planted;
• Toerboer provides a stainless-steel water bottle to multiday travelers to avoid any unnecessary use of single-use plastic bottles. The bottle is refilled from a larger container.
• We are part of the NGO, Eco Children’s Kit-a-Kid program and make a monthly donation toward their cause;
• We use accredited Fair-Trade products, accommodation and activities where possible;
• Where possible we only use eco-friendly, biodegradable products in our workplace, whether it is in our office or on tour;
• We are 95% paperless;
• Toerboer is part of the Graaff-Reinet Business Chamber and actively involved with the regeneration project in town;
• Toerboer Cottages recycles at least four bags full of glass, paper, plastic and other recyclables each week

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Collectively having more that 40 years experience in the travel industry, the Toerboer team has more than what it takes to make your trip a once in a lifetime experience. We love Africa and have firsthand travel experience. This exacting standard ensures that you can count on quality advice and smart recommendations from us. You focus on making memories, we’ll take care of the details.

DAWID DE WET

LUWANDY MEYER

KARLIEN DE WET

SANDILE MKHONTO

Sandile joined Toerboer in November 2019 after completing a one-year hospitality course at the South African Tourism College in Graaff-Reinet. Sandile is an all-rounder and has proved to be a pivotal member of our team. 
He is an enthusiastic sportman and particially likes soccer. He plays in the local LFA and helps with coaching at the Strike Force Development Soccer program in town.