Who We Are
Francois Fourie Safaris is a premier luxury travel company based in, South Africa, with a passion for curating exclusive safari experiences. Our team is dedicated to crafting unforgettable itineraries that cater to the discerning tastes of wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and adventure seekers. We take pride in offering personalized and privately guided safaris to the most exquisite lodges across Africa, ensuring an unparalleled level of service and attention to detail
Why Choose Us
Photographic Safaris
At Francois Fourie Safaris, we craft photographic journeys designed around you — combining expert guidance, patience in the field, and access to extraordinary wildlife moments. Every detail is taken care of so you can focus on capturing the images that matter most to you.
Privately Guided Safaris
On a privately guided safari with Francois Fourie, every moment is tailored to you — whether you’re traveling solo, as a family, or with a group of friends. From flexible schedules and exclusive wildlife encounters to the freedom of having an expert by your side, your journey is seamless, personal, and unforgettable
Tailor-Made Safaris
Francois Fourie Safaris designs bespoke journeys crafted entirely around your needs, preferences, and travel dreams. From selecting the perfect lodges to curating experiences that match your style — whether it’s luxury, adventure, or family travel — we take care of every detail so your safari is seamless and unforgettable
Amay Ruia
India
“My family and I have been going on safari religiously for the last twenty odd years. We have been on safari on multiple occasions in South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Rwanda and India. It is safe to say therefore that we have encountered multiple guides from multiple cultures.
Without a doubt Francois has been the most friendly, accessible and most knowledgable guide we have encountered. He has guided us multiple times and gone out of his way to meet up with us, outside of him guiding us.
I can honestly say that in a very short period of time Francois became our valued friend and the sighting he gave us of leopard’s mating was an experience I will never forget.
We have had magical times with Francois and would unabashedly recommend him to anyone. “
Sue and Paul Berry
USA
“We spent three days in Sabi Sands with Francois as our guide. He made the entire trip special. We saw incredible wild life and were able to take fabulous photos. This was a safari of a life time!
Jack & CIndy Selman
USA
“Want a trip of a lifetime? Definitely go on an African Safari! We have been on 3 safari trips to South Africa in 2012, 2016 & 2018. We had the good fortune to meet and be guided by Francois Fourie on our first trip and insisted on having him as our guide for the next two.”
Jim & Jennifer Fuller
San Fransisco - USA
“Francois has been our guide on five separate safari trips to South Africa. Francois seems always to anticipate what the animals will do next, which is very helpful. He also finds the best viewing and camera angles, and has helped enormously with my camera knowledge.”
Tuxa Murgel Aguiar
Brazil
“Tanzania – Destination: Ndutu and the Serengeti and that is where the magic happened! Francois, thank you for those days filled with intense thrills, for the immense amount of learning, for the new friendships, and for all the joy and laughter! I’ll be back soon, Francois.”
MJ & Frank
Switzerland
“Mana Pools is a place where the beauty of nature truly becomes magical. Being on foot for the first time, coming face to face (at a respectful distance) with elephants, lions, hyenas, wild dogs and more is undeniably exciting.
This was without a doubt one of the most beautiful and pure safari experiences we have ever had.
We arrived as strangers and left Mana Pools as friends, with memories that will stay with us for a lifetime. Highly recommended and definitely not the last time with Francois!”