About Us

Trips and Travels is a boutique tour operator founded by three travel-loving siblings from Potchefstroom, raised in a home filled with music and adventure. With parents who were professional musicians and a father who built a successful legacy tour business, they were immersed in the world of group travel from a young age. Over the past fifteen years, they’ve learned the ins and outs of what makes a tour not just smooth, but truly memorable.

Now, they’ve come together to offer uniquely curated group tours for South Africans with the goal of helping you experience the awe and wonder of the world’s best destinations.

We believe travel should be EFFORTLESS, INSPIRING and PERSONAL. We take care of every detail – from logistics to local recommendations – so you can RELAX, CONNECT, and EXPLORE with likeminded South Africans.

What sets us apart?

We’ve spent years refining the rhythm of the perfect travel day. Our experience allows us to balance culture, nature, leisure and excitement, creating tours that are smooth, dynamic, and packed with unexpected gems.

Handpicked destinations
Handpicked destinations

Chosen from personal travel experience to offer journeys that feel authentic and memorable.

Trusted local partners
Trusted local partners

Working with reliable experts worldwide to provide consistent quality.

No hidden costs
No hidden costs, ever

Everything is included upfront, giving you clear pricing and peace of mind when planning.

Effortless travel
Effortless travel

From airport pickup to your final farewell, every step of the journey is smoothly managed.

Meet the Founders

Together, they’ve travelled to over 30 countries and completed more than 60 trips, each bringing their unique skills and passion to the table. Now, they’ve turned their shared love of travel into something bigger – creating travel experiences designed to inspire, connect, and delight.

Lientjie

Lientjie

Managing Director
An actuarial analyst with heart, detail-obsessed and driven by excellence
Emma

Emma

Marketing and Sales
A marketing boffin with a creative spark and a flair for storytelling
Pieter

Pieter

Tech and Innovation
An artist and entrepreneur with an eye for beauty and balance.