South Africa

South Africa is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. With vast and varying landscapes and plenty of history and wildlife, South Africa is a stunning destination to take in. South Africans are passionate about sport, so rest assured that you will receive a busy schedule of competitive fixtures against pre-selected opposition. This is the perfect destination for cricket, netball, rugby, hockey and football.

We work closely with amazing ground handlers in South Africa, promising an exciting and unforgettable tour experience at an exceptional price! The country boasts world-class facilities in schools and clubs so expect to play sport on well-maintained and modern grounds. Your itinerary can include a wide range of activities from safaris to historic city tours so your squads can experience the best of what the country has to offer as well as playing well-suited fixtures.

We can tailor your itinerary to suit the needs and requirements of your squads with the option of a one-city tour or choose inter-city travel to include as much of the country as you can within your tour duration. We have run numerous tours to South Africa, where our expertise is second to none. This enables us to provide a fantastic, open, inclusive tour that is safe and fun for all.

  • Local language: There are 11! But English is one of them..
  • Currency: South African Rand
  • Time Difference: +2 hours
  • Flight Time: 11 hours non-stop

What our customers say about us

"Many memorable experiences."

“Smile has built some long-standing relationships on the island which facilitated many memorable experiences. Whether it was a medical matter or the opportunity to engage with some of the cricket legends, Smile’s hosts and organisers demonstrated a standard of excellence. We are looking forward to Smile-ing again!”

Peter Bennett-King, England Supporter Tour, Barbados

"A thoroughly enjoyable experience!!"

"Amazing experience for both staff and pupils. The standard of netball was spot on and challenged our girls at the right level. Organisation of the days was great, we got to experience the true culture of our destinations and were looked after very well. A thoroughly enjoyable experience!! Thank you!"

Woodhouse Grove, Netball Tour to New York, Trinidad and Tobago

"A must do!"

"A must do tour if interested in playing cricket abroad!"

Alex Robinson, Over 50s Cricket Festival