Come and find your still.
Thula Travel is a luxury travel agency based in the UK and South Africa, creating curated journeys, honeymoons and art retreats across the country, from the mountains and vineyards of the Cape to the Big 5 reserves and everything in between.
Begin the journeyWelcome to Thula
Quiet might be the most luxurious thing you can give yourself.
We built Thula Travel because the industry kept building trips for everyone… except us. Not the breathless marathon of forty-seven must-sees before lunch. Not the beige package holiday with a complimentary cocktail umbrella and zero soul.
Just the real thing, bespoke, beautifully crafted, deeply personal travel, in a country that doesn’t simply impress you. It gets under your skin and refuses to leave.
- thula / ˈtuËla / verb · Zulu
- to be quiet; to be still. To bring a sense of peace.
Come and find your still.
The Signature Journey
One journey, told in three chapters
Cape Town, the Cape Winelands, and a safari in the wild, woven into one seamless 10-night escape. We’ve done the thinking, made the bookings, and chosen every place with care, so all that’s left for you to do is arrive, exhale, and fall in love with South Africa.
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Women’s Journeys
She Who Roams
A soulful bush escape for you and your circle. Gather your people, friends, sisters, mothers and daughters, and let us craft every detail around you.
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Honeymoon Journeys
The start of forever
The first trip you take as a married couple deserves somewhere just as extraordinary as the life you’re starting together.
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Tailored to You
Every dream deserves its own itinerary.
Beyond the Signature Journey, we craft personalised experiences for those who want something entirely their own.
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Art & Culture
Art & Soul of the Cape
Some journeys feed the eyes. This one feeds the soul. Three towns. One unforgettable journey.
Wander Cape Town’s world-class galleries, lose yourself in Franschhoek’s vineyard-framed art and food, then watch the creative magic of Hermanus unfold above Walker Bay. If you love art, culture, and glorious food, this is your Cape.
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“Our quick four-day holiday to Zimbabwe ended up being the trip of a lifetime. From the moment we were picked up to the moment we were dropped at the airport, every aspect was magical and completely seamless. Thula Travel took exactly what we wanted and spun it into a whirlwind of pure African adventure. I felt listened to, heard and prioritised throughout. They are truly the best kept secret.”
“We honestly can’t thank Gillian enough, especially given what an exceptionally picky client I was! She didn’t just listen, she decoded everything we wanted, stayed perfectly calm, and kept her sense of humour throughout. She took all our chaos, added her insider knowledge, and came back with something that didn’t just match our brief, it beat it. Her advice, patience and brilliant humour made the whole process effortless. Gillian, you’re a superstar!”
“Had the most amazing holiday booked to the Kruger by Thula Travel. From the flight to the accommodation every aspect of our trip exceeded our desires. Gillian’s enthusiasm towards our trip really shone through, she truly wanted us to have the best time. I highly recommend Thula Travel to anyone looking at booking a trip to Africa!”
Plan Your Escape
If South Africa has been on your list since forever…
…consider this your official permission slip. Tell us a little about the trip you’re dreaming of, and we’ll take care of the rest. You’ve earned it.
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