At Terra Nova Tours, the essence of an authentic Southern African adventure is brought to life by our passionate team. With over 70 professionals spread across 12 specialised divisions, we embody a fusion of local knowledge and unwavering commitment to excellence. Our pride shines in our approach: keeping all facets of our service in-house, from detailed itinerary planning to meticulous administration. This ensures that every chapter of your journey is woven with expertise and care by our skilled team.

Travel with Local Specialists

Rooted deeply in the vibrant lands of South Africa and Namibia, our team offers unparalleled insights into the destinations we cherish and share. Each member is your gateway to experiences that transcend the ordinary. We're committed to staying at the forefront of travel excellence, enriching our expertise with ongoing product training, educational explorations, and internal knowledge-sharing sessions. This dedication ensures that we always offer the newest and finest experiences.

Our Own Guiding Team and Foreign Representation

With an in-house team of Guides and a German- and Italian-speaking representative, we offer services that are both comprehensive and considerate of our clients' needs. Whether it's navigating the logistics of travel or engaging with the local culture, our Guides are not just leaders; they are storytellers and custodians of an authentic Southern African experience.

At Terra Nova Tours, we are more than just Travel Consultants; we are ambassadors of adventure, curators of culture, and architects of unforgettable memories. We invite you to explore Southern Africa with us, where every journey is as unique as the team that creates it.

Meet Our Directors
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Christine van der MerweDirector

Christine, originally from Munich, transitioned from the German travel industry to the heart of Southern Africa after being captivated by its charm. Specialising in FITs and group travel, Christine's enthusiasm for Africa shines through as she introduces clients to the continent's wonders, always exploring new destinations to enhance her profound local knowledge.

Christine van der MerweDirector

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Debbie de VilliersDirector

Debbie's career in hospitality and incentive travel began in Johannesburg and flourished in Cape Town. With a focus on MICE and staff coordination, Debbie's love for Southern Africa is as deep as the relationships she's built within the industry. She cherishes the vibrant community spirit and cultural richness of places like Langa and Khayelitsha, embodying resilience and joy.

Debbie de VilliersDirector

Meet The Executive Management Team

Britta Spitzley

Business Development Manager

Goretti Van Wieringen

Finance Manager

Heiner Boehme

Business Strategy Manager

Vikki Fourie

Head of Product

Lastman Tsangu

Groups Operations Manager

Andrea Jennes

FIT Operations Manager

Meet The Managers

Tamsin Mathews

Training Manager

Julia Lourens

Digital Marketing Manager

Stephanie Buchholz

Sales Support Team Leader

Kayleigh Poole

Product Manager

Michaela Beddies

FIT Team Leader Namibia

Karen Fielies

FIT Team Leader South Africa

Keegan Smith

Sales Team Leader

Marian Njera

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Roshin Mapker

Groups Team Leader

Mervin Basson

Groups Team Leader

Shula Louw

Travel Success Team Leader

Jacqueline Hendricks

Accounts Team Leader

Meet Our International Representatives

Jochen Reinhold

German Representative

Francesco Zanotto

Italian Representative

Giammarco Rosa

Italian Representative