Fairfield Tours

About us

Your specialist in Southern Africa

Established in 1996, Fairfield Tours has grown to become one of the leading local DMC's, setting the standard for ultimate service, dedication and reliability throughout the Southern African tourism industry.

A dynamic team dedicated to quality

Our team of highly skilled consultants embodies a wealth of experience and knowledge, expertly equipped to handle all of your specialist requests in many languages, including English, German, Dutch, French and Afrikaans.

Tours as unique as you are

Fairfield Tours offers you personalized service, tailoring each package to your clients’ individual needs, interests and budgets. Expect to see attention to detail in every authentic tour as locals unveil the hidden treasures of Southern Africa.

What Fairfield Tours can do for you

With the innovative use of technology and newly available software, Fairfield Tours welcomes your clients to the holiday experience as soon as they set eyes on Africa. From there we tailor-make Guided Group Tours and FITs that cover both the beaten and hidden tracks of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Swaziland, and Lesotho to give each client an authentic trip. Provided with a jam-packed route description and a knowledgeable local guide, vacationists can relax, knowing that we’ve covered everything from ensuring reliable transfers to booking a tee-off time and everything in-between.

Sample Itinerary

Our Dedication to a more Sustainable Future

No more Animal Interactions

In order to address issues related to canned hunting practices in South Africa, we have eliminated animal interactions from our tours. We are committed to preserving the natural state of wildlife.

Supporting the Sustainable warriors of Tomorrow

Fairfield Tours is honoured to support the Saasveld Forestry College at Nelson Mandela University. The George Campus of NMU strives to be a leading knowledge hub for the green economy and advocates for a sustainable future.

Travelife

Fairfield is committed to sustainability and to this end we have received Travelife Partner Award in 2020 and 2022. We are also in the process of getting the Award for 2024.

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Sustainability Progress Report 2024

Sustainable practices implemented in the workplace

Our Company has implemented a Hybrid policy where most staff will only come into the office twice a week, reducing carbon emissions, water and electricity consumption as well as waste
Our Maintenance Supervisor strictly monitors our electricity and water meters.
Staff are encouraged to use paper sparingly, and to recycle.
Our Contracts Manager has been appointed to monitor our supplier sustainability efforts on an annual basis.

Plans for the Future

Train all staff in Travelife and sustainable policy and practices
Update the supplier sustainability database yearly
Implement bio-degradable cleaning materials at the office
Monitor excessive business travel
Ensure that no excessive negative impact activities are offered
Communicate sustainability info to agents and clients
Installation of water tanks and solar

Say no to forbidden souvenirs

As the saying goes “take only memories, leave only footprints”. Spending locally supports communities. However, avoid souvenirs made from endangered species. Awareness is key, and laws banning such products are needed.

WWF's campaign 'Watch, watch, don’t buy' informs travellers about illegal items like ivory, fur, and coral, which are prohibited by CITES.

Avoid these souvenirs to prevent fines or imprisonment: