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Top 25 Sustainable tour operators based in South Africa

Name: Sustainable tour operators based in South Africa
Creator: RevenueBase
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Compiled by the RevenueBase Data Team Data refreshed Sep 22, 2026 162 companies tracked

RevenueBase identified 162 sustainable tour operators headquartered in South Africa as of September 2026 and tracks 1,973 professional contacts across them, including 315 with verified work emails. Cape Town is the largest hub.

This list covers sustainable tour operators headquartered in South Africa, matched on what each company actually does as described in its own words. Ranked by team size, largest first. Every row shows the company's own description, its RevenueBase Smart Search rating, and when it was last checked. Data refreshed September 22, 2026.

Published by RevenueBase, a B2B data infrastructure company. This list was built with RevenueBase Smart Search, the natural-language company search RevenueBase customers use to build their own targeted lists and unlock verified emails and direct dials at the companies on them. How these lists are built and judged.

How to read this list HQ checked on every row RevenueBase Smart Search rating on every row Refreshed Sep 22, 2026 86% judged on-target in blind review

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1,973Contacts tracked

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The 25 largest sustainable tour operators based in South Africa

Ranked by team size

Top 25 of 162 sustainable tour operators based in South Africa, ranked by team size, largest first. Data refreshed Sep 22, 2026. RevenueBase Smart Search rates how each company's information relates to sustainable tour operators: strong evidence (its own description names it), partial (names part of it), indirect (matched on the rest of its profile rather than the description shown). Click a contact count to view that company's people.
#	Company	RevenueBase Smart Search	Headquarters	Employees	Contacts
1	Go2africa	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	51-200	135 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Go2Africa, part of the Nawiri Group, has been crafting personalised African safaris for over 25 years.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
2	Thompsons Africa	Indirect evidence	Ethekwini, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	201-500	99 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “We have a proud history of more than 35 years all embracing, hands-on experience delivering quality and value ensuring great care and attention to detail, innovation, flexibility…” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
3	Natural Selection Travel	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	11-50	86 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Natural Selection may be a new company, but our roots in the African safari business run deep.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
4	Mantis	Partial evidence	Sandton, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	11-50	79 contacts →
	Partial evidence “A collection of curated destinations inspired by sustainable adventures.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
5	Nomad Africa Tours & Safaris	Strong evidence	Somerset West, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	51-200	66 contacts →
	Strong evidence “Nomad Africa Tours & Safaris, well established, well respected African tour operator which has been specialising in authentic African experiences through Southern and East Africa…” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
6	ATC African Travel Concept	Strong evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	51-200	39 contacts →
	Strong evidence “ATC is a leading inbound tour operator for Southern Africa since 1997.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
7	Africa-Experience	Strong evidence	Somerset West, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	11-50	18 contacts →
	Strong evidence “Africa-Experience is a tour operator, running safaris and mountain climbs South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Tanzania, and Kenya.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
8	African Overland Tours	Partial evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	11-50	16 contacts →
	Partial evidence “There are so many magical moments to experience on an Africa tour as you travel between amazing highlights.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
9	Wild EYE	Indirect evidence	Johannesburg, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	11-50	15 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “The Wild Eye team have a passion for the wilderness and the inspiration that comes from experiencing unspoiled wildlife reserves and the natural beauty of our planet.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
10	Abang Africa Travel	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	14 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “We craft African safaris and holidays to explore the lesser known path, the never seen before beauty and meet the wonderful people who call this place home.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
11	Live The Journey	Partial evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	11-50	14 contacts →
	Partial evidence “Life Enriching Tours, Treks, and Adventures.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
12	South African Travellers	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	13 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Since 2007, we have been creating tailor-made journeys across South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique for travelers seeking authentic experiences.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
13	Rare Earth Retreats	Indirect evidence	Blairgowrie, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	51-200	10 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “By crafting experiences that are unexpected, meaningful and considered, we hope to spark curiosity in our guests; bringing moments of wonder and joy into their stay.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
14	Hideaways Africa	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	11-50	8 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Find your peace and be inspired in the heart of Africa.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
15	Southern Xplorer	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	7 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Discover Southern and East Africa with Purpose!” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
16	Cullinan Guided Journeys	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	6 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Southern Africa is a dream destination for many travellers; a rite of passage for others.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
17	African-Born Safaris	Indirect evidence	Hoedspruit, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	5 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Welcome to African Born Safaris.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
18	The Expedition Project	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	5 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Our network of Southern African destinations invite you to visit them using our trip planner, plus you can visit nearby community and conservation projects or even join a hands-on…” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
19	Planet Africa Safaris	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	4 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Welcome to Planet Africa Safaris.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
20	On Safari Africa	Indirect evidence	Hazyview, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	11-50	3 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “On Safari Africa, founded over 30 years ago, is a dedicated team of local wildlife experts and tourism professionals, passionately guiding guests through the Kruger National Park…” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
21	The Odysseia Collection	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	3 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “The Odysseia Collection (Odysseia for short) is a travel company, cumulating 20 years of experience in the safari and hospitality industry.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
22	Anderson Expeditions	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	3 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Anderson Expeditions is a unique travel company specializing in the design of highly personalised expeditions to the natural hotspots of Africa and South America including South…” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
23	Mammoth Safaris	Strong evidence	Elgin, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	3 contacts →
	Strong evidence “Mammoth Safaris is a bespoke, high-end tour operator tailoring and delivering unique, once in a lifetime trips for small groups.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
24	Verde Hotels	Partial evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	51-200	3 contacts →
	Partial evidence “Verde Hotels is a responsible hotel operator that offers a turn-key hotel management model based on the principles of Thrivability.” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026
25	Afri-Centric Luxury Experiences	Indirect evidence	Cape Town, South AfricaHQ checked Sep 22, 2026	1-10	2 contacts →
	Indirect evidence “Do you want to experience Africa like a local?* Are you longing to travel, but dreading the stress of planning and traveling?* Are you tired of the same copy and paste…” Source: RevenueBase Database · checked Sep 22, 2026

RevenueBase Smart Search

RevenueBase Smart Search assesses information from a company’s LinkedIn profile, information supplied directly by the company, its website, and other publicly available sources. It uses that information to rate how closely the company relates to this list’s category: sustainable tour operators. Every row carries its rating and the description the rating was read from, so each one can be checked rather than taken on trust.

Strong evidence: The company's own public description of its business names sustainable tour operators.
Partial evidence: Its own public description names part of sustainable tour operators, so it works in or next to the category without describing itself that way.
Indirect evidence: The description shown does not name sustainable tour operators. The match rests on the rest of the company's public profile rather than the one sentence quoted here, so this is the rating to check first.

RevenueBase Smart Search is how these lists are built: RevenueBase's data engine and AI assemble the companies that match a category defined in a user's own words, so a list can be about what companies actually do rather than about whichever industry code they were filed under.

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Sustainable tour operators based in South Africa at a glance

As of Sep 22, 2026

16.0%Verified-email coverage

12.2Average contacts per company

1-10Median size (employees)

43.2%Largest-city concentration · Cape Town

Sep 22, 2026Page data refreshed

Companies by employee count

1-10

121

11-50

51-200

201-500

1,001-5,000

Email recency for this list is measured worldwide rather than for South Africa, so it is reported there. Company counts and contact totals on this page are exact for South Africa, over 162 companies.

How this list was built

Company categories are rarely black and white. RevenueBase reads each company's own description of its business to decide whether it belongs among sustainable tour operators, so some rows will be adjacent to the category rather than pure plays. The description and RevenueBase Smart Search rating on every row are there so you can check each match yourself.

Source: The RevenueBase company graph: 60 million companies and 398.9 million professional contacts resolved from primary sources, queried with RevenueBase Smart Search, the natural-language company search available to every RevenueBase user.
What qualifies: Companies headquartered in South Africa whose own description of what they do matches “sustainable tour operators”. Matching reads each company's description, not its industry code or its name.
RevenueBase Smart Search: RevenueBase Smart Search is how this list is assembled and how each row is rated. RevenueBase's data engine and AI assess a company's LinkedIn profile, information supplied directly by the company, its website and other publicly available information, then relate it to a category defined in a user's own words. Each row is rated strong evidence (its own description names sustainable tour operators), partial evidence (it names part of the category) or indirect evidence (the description shown names none of it and the match rests on the rest of the company's profile). The description supporting each rating is quoted on the row.
What we exclude: Companies whose own description does not clearly place them among sustainable tour operators, and records with no verified work email. Companies headquartered outside South Africa are excluded even when they keep an office there.
Match quality: In blind human judging of this matching method, 86% of matched companies were on target. Expect roughly 1 in 7 rows to be adjacent to the category rather than a pure play. Every row shows the company's own description and its RevenueBase Smart Search rating so you can judge each match yourself. Read the full methodology: how the lists are built, how the judging worked, and what the figure means.
Ranking: Team size, largest first: companies are ordered by the number of professionals RevenueBase tracks at each one. Employee ranges shown are reported bands, for context.
Verification: Every listed company carries at least one verified work email, 315 across the full list. Contacts re-verify on a rolling cadence, and each contact's own verification date is shown inside RevenueBase.
Refresh: This page's figures were pulled from the company graph on September 22, 2026. Lists refresh periodically as the graph is re-checked.
Corrections: Wrong category, wrong headquarters, or a company that has closed? Use “Report an issue” on any row. Reports go to the RevenueBase Data Team and feed back into the company graph.

Sustainable tour operators by metro

Sustainable tour operators in Cape Town70

Frequently asked

What is RevenueBase Smart Search?

RevenueBase Smart Search is how RevenueBase decides which companies belong on this list and how strongly each one fits. Its data engine and AI assess a company's LinkedIn profile, information supplied directly by the company, its website and other publicly available information, then relate it to the category the list is about. Each row is rated strong evidence when the company's own description names sustainable tour operators, partial evidence when it names part of the category, and indirect evidence when the description shown names none of it and the match rests on the rest of the company's profile.

How many sustainable tour operators are there based in South Africa?

RevenueBase identified 162 sustainable tour operators headquartered in South Africa as of September 2026, matched on each company's own description of what it does rather than its industry code.

What is the largest company on this list?

Go2africa, headquartered in Cape Town, tops this list with the largest team on record.

Which city has the most sustainable tour operators?

Cape Town leads with 70 headquartered companies, followed by Johannesburg (16) and Pretoria (6).

How do I get contact information for these companies?

A free RevenueBase account lets you run this exact search and work the top results, verified emails and direct dials included. Upgrading unlocks all 315 verified decision-maker contacts tracked across these 162 companies.

How current is this list?

The list refreshes periodically as the company graph is re-checked. This page's figures were pulled on September 22, 2026.

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About this data

RevenueBase is a B2B data infrastructure company. Its company graph covers 60 million companies and 398.9 million professional contacts, with emails verified on a rolling cadence rather than scraped once and left to decay. These company lists are generated directly from that graph with RevenueBase Smart Search, the same natural-language company search every RevenueBase user has: describe a market in plain words, get the companies that match, and add verified emails and direct dials for the people at them. It is the same data that powers RevenueBase's B2B data products, and a free account includes 500 credits to start. How these lists are built and judged.