Discover the African Wilderness

African Travel Services (ATS) is a bespoke, owner-run tour operating company that offers luxury travel throughout Africa.

If you’re considering an African adventure, you have come to the right place. Explore the world’s wildest continent, with its dramatic landscapes, beautiful beaches, interesting cultures and world-class accommodation, Africa is a bucket-list destination of note.

Home to some of the wildest animals on the planet, Africa is a dream safari destination. Whether you visit iconic regions such as the Kruger National Park, Okavango Delta, Masai Mara or Serengeti, you will leave feeling enriched but wondering when you can come back for more.

From the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town in South Africa, the spectacular Victoria Falls seen from Zambia and Zimbabwe, the Great Migration in Tanzania and Kenya, and the dunes of the Namib Desert, we can see why many African countries are highlighted as top destinations to visit.

Pristine beaches that rival some of the world’s best can be found dotted around the continent and provide the perfect combination to your city break, road trip or safari adventure. Some top picks to mention would be the well-known islands which lie in the Indian Ocean, such as Mauritius, the Seychelles and Mozambique, the small island of Zanzibar found in East Africa and Camps Bay located in Cape Town, South Africa.

With so many phenomenal countries making up this diverse and captivating continent, you could literally spend years exploring it. Let’s get started and help you plan that holiday of a lifetime!

Africa, an eternal experience…

Looking out over Africa

South Africa

Botswana

East Africa

Islands

About us

Phil Patton, founder of the company, and his wife Susan have lived, worked, surveyed and vacationed throughout much of Southern Africa and are equipped to bring firsthand knowledge of the many attractions this amazing and diverse Continent has to offer.

Being based in the heart of the Garden Route in the Western Cape is a dream come true. The picturesque and charming town of Knysna is a tourist hotspot for locals and overseas visitors and can be found in one of the most beautiful parts of South Africa.

Originally registered in Ireland, ATS has been provided with a sound Irish and British clientele base. This is in addition to the many clients who travel with us from around the globe, mainly Europe, the US, Australia, and not forgetting our local South Africans.

We offer a wide and exciting range of destinations and “must-see” regions throughout Africa. Our speciality lies predominantly with luxurious and exclusive Safari Holidays, Honeymoon (special occasion) Packages, and tailor-made trips for the Golf enthusiasts.

Why Choose Us?

A few reasons to choose African Travel Services…

Chobe - Muchenje-Safari-Lodge

Expert Advice

We pride ourselves in the expert advice we can share with you, as well as our personal travel experiences.  Placing your trust and allowing the right people to facilitate that special trip (which for some will be a once in a lifetime opportunity) is something we understand.

Best Rates

Not only will you receive invaluable information from ATS, but we are also privy to some of the best rates in the market, and since we also quote in the currency pertaining to your destination, it means there are no unnecessary high exchange rates for you to worry about either.

Personal Experiences

We continually explore sought after areas which are a little off the beaten track, and strive to maintain close relationships with those hidden gems that sometimes go unnoticed, and which we know you will love just as much as we do! We firmly believe our own personal travel experiences play an essential role when planning your dream escape.

Extremely Passionate

ATS has been operating for more than 15 years, and while we are extremely passionate about what we do, we are mindful that when it comes to holidays, it’s not a one size fits all scenario, so each and every trip is carefully designed with you in mind.

Whether you are looking for luxury, exclusivity, adventure, a golf tour, or a honeymoon, we will guide you through each and every step. If it’s on your bucket list, we can help!

Elephants in the Chobe National Park
Central Kalahari Dining
Okavango Delta - Kanana Tent
Hippos in the Okavango Delta