Time to get beyond.
Authentic travel experiences in Africa, locally organized, made for young adventurers who want to look further than the standard route.
Our Top Pick
Launch special: 15-day journey through South Africa
Ready to experience South Africa at its best? During this complete journey you combine unique safaris, iconic road trips and vibrant cities in one adventure.
Why we started Get Beyond Borders
While living in South Africa, I noticed that many young adults have a completely wrong impression of traveling through Africa. They think it's expensive and all about luxury safaris, but the continent is so much more than that.
"We believe that African adventures should be affordable!"
That's why we started Get Beyond Borders. We help you discover the real Africa with local, tailor-made trips—without paying top dollar.
Find your adventure
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Use our Adventure Matcher to find the perfect African experience tailored to your vibe. Tell us what you love, and we'll match you with the ultimate solo trip or group departure.
Destinations for Every Soul
Uganda
Trek with mountain gorillas, raft the Nile, and discover hidden waterfalls in East Africa's green heart.
Namibia
Explore desert landscapes, meet the Himba people, and witness the world's tallest dunes on an epic road trip.
South Africa
From Cape Town's peaks to Kruger's savannas, surf, safari, and immerse yourself in vibrant culture.
We plan Africa from Africa
Our team lives and works in Cape Town. Because honestly? We don't believe you can put together the most unique trips from an office in Europe. Being locally based means we know the destinations, people and hidden spots you won't find in standard travel guides.
Our local heroes
Meet our local heroes! In these short videos, Pearl, Winfred, and Leokadia introduce themselves. Want to see more of their adventures? Take a look at our Instagram page.
Is a Get Beyond Borders trip for you?
We understand better than anyone that there is so much choice in different trips and that it's difficult when you have finally found the right organization that can help you plan your trip. That's why we like to indicate whether a Get Beyond Borders trip suits you or if you're better off looking elsewhere.
- Mainly touristy experiences
- Based far from the destination
- General support to multiple destinations
- Mostly the well-known highlights
- Higher margins and extra middlemen
- Fixed itineraries with limited flexibility
- Genuine encounters with locals
- Local team, based in Cape Town
- Direct impact on locals
- Hidden gems & authentic experiences
- Strong value for money due to local presence
- Your route, fully tailor-made
Real Stories, Real Impact
"Driving for hours on empty roads through bizarre landscapes is something you won't find anywhere else."
"Uganda is the perfect combination of African culture, welcoming people, and great food. It's still pure, not too touristy, and the wildlife encounters are unforgettable."
"Cape Town is truly one of the most beautiful places in the world, and the road trip through the rest of the country is even more stunning."
Frequently Asked Questions
All our trips include accommodation, transport within the country, selected excursions, and a local guide. International flights are not included unless stated otherwise.
Absolutely. We have local teams on the ground in every destination. We only operate in safe regions and our guides are available 24/7 during your trip. We also provide comprehensive safety briefings before departure.
Yes! All our routes serve as a base template. We work with you to add, remove, or adjust stops, accommodation levels, and activities to fit your preferences and budget.
We provide full guidance on the visa and vaccination requirements for your specific destination. Some countries require a Yellow Fever certificate, and we will let you know well in advance.
