To offer our clients the highest standard services and to give them an unforgettable experience that will be remembered for the rest of their lives.
Vision
To dominate the tour market by exploring the “Untouched” African tourism market and to tailor-make excursions to suit our clients needs.
Company History
Land Lover Safaris is a proudly South African Tour Operator that has maintained a strong presence in the African market since it came into operation in 2002.
We are an Eco-tourism Tour Operator group specialising in exclusive excursions tailor made for you; we are "a touch above the rest" . Our service is of the highest standard and guarantees an unforgettable experience that is professional and quality driven.
Land Lover Safaris is based in Richards Bay, Zululand region in KwaZulu-Natal and is owned and operated by Kobus du Toit. Kobus has explored Africa for years and his passion for nature has led him to establishing Land Lover Safaris.
The business has grown from strength to strength and is known for its professionalism and expertise within the industry. Safety and comfort whilst on safari are our top priorities, hence we have reliable top of the range vehicles, qualified professional guides and comprehensive insurance.
Kobus or Stefan (KZN0823)
MSc (Nat), Theta National Certificate in Tourism, Master Tracker, NDip Photography, Land Rover - Advanced Offroad Driving Diploma, 2006 Tourguide of the year finalist
Kobus or better known by our international clients as Stefan is the owner of Land Lover Safaris. "I started taking photos of nature and from there it all developed into passionate wildlife photography, taking me to places and situations that I have never imagined. Working as a free lance photographer for a few wildlife publishers I have had opportunities to witness some of the biggest spectacles in the wild, but sometimes also very sad and tragic events of Mother Nature. It is always very difficult to stand aside and let nature takes its course, but one must. In nature the strongest survive and one must never loose that focus that you are only an onlooker into a story told by the best story teller of all, Mother Nature.
During 2000 to 2005 I worked as an Honory Officer for Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife in Mkuze game reserve. In this time I graduated as a National tour guide and registered with TKZN as a specialist nature guide.
I finished my studies in Nature conservation and tourism and specialised in Mammal Behavior (Masters degree). Helping me understand my subject better, being a step ahead brought me some incredible footage.
But now I share this knowledge and experiences mixed with stories from Mother Nature with you. Making a normal Safari an experience of a life time.
Like all adventures one thing led to the next and I started travelling Africa. Exploring the less travelled ways. Meeting people that ran away when they see you, that touch your skin in awe. How can one put such an experience on a piece of paper, how can a pen bring forth the feeling of ones heart when you see the way that these people life, but yet they are so happy… Seeing animals being born and following in their footsteps, saw the fall and rise of kingdoms, the hardships of drought .... My team also have the same passion as me, Africa is our Mother, our story teller and our guide.
Till we meet again."
Samora
Working as a ranger in the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game reserve Samora is our eyes and ears in the park. We have been working together for the last 5 years now and has shared many breathtaking, sometimes hair raising moments.
Passionate about Zululand, Samora shares his knowledge about the bush and local culture with his clients making the safari an unforgettable experience.
Teshni Naidoo
Marketing manager - 2012 see Land Lover Safaris going into an aggressive marketing campaign.
Teshni the owner of Skyward Travel and Tours has 9 years corporate travel experience and 4 years leisure travel behind her. Her passion for traveling steered her to the tourism industry where she worked for Harvey World Travel, American Express Travel Hillside and Mozal, American Express Travel Siemens (Pretoria), Super Sport Travel (sports groups); American Express Travel AngloGold Ashanti (Johannesburg) and American Express Business Travel Croydon (United Kingdom). After her return from the UK she decided to venture on her own and open Skyward Travel and Tours in her hometown Richards Bay. She has obtained diplomas in Travel and Tourism, Events and Conferencing Management and is currently studying towards a B.Com Degree in Business Management.
Boardwalk Inkwazi Info hub assistant. Employed on the 1st December 2010 Nkosi is fresh from the University of Zululand where she finished her Degree in Tourism. I am passionate about tourism and loves sharing this beautiful part of Zululand with the people that comes to the Information desk.
Skhumbozo’s - SK
Sk was one of our interns in 2011 and has joined us in March 2012 as a Boardwalk Inkwazi info hub assistant.
I’m Skhumbuzo Zondo residing at Esikhawini township, studied at Umfolozi college Richtek campus. I did travel and tourism. Finished my studies in 2009 then got a full time job at Amble Inn guest house where I worked as an assistant chef, being eager to learn more about the tourism field I participated in the Tourism Ambassador program which was organised by Tkzn in partnership with Tourism world academy and now I work as a permanent employee at Land lover safaris as a tourism info hub assistance.
Skhumbuzo is a friendly person who is eager to learn new things every single day, I’m passionate to what I am assigned to and at the same time I’m a hard worker and can multi-task.
I believe that if you want to achieve something in life it is possible because even the word impossible If read the other way round it says I’m-possible.
2012 Interns
Isabel - PA Intern
Isabel's story - I grew up in a small village called Ingwavuma, located further north of kzn. Matriculated in 2008 and in 2009 up to 2011 I did NCV 3 year tourism course at Umfolozi College (Richtek campus).
During the 2010 world cup I took part in a safer tourism ambassador program which was for a month, our task was to help locals and tourists with directions, give away brochures and promote tourism attractions which are in the UThungulu district.
In 2011 participated in an internship programme where I worked at Umfolozi hotel casino convention resorts for a period of 3 months. The experience was amazing and worthwhile; I got to learn how to handle all sorts of clients and learned more about working in reception, banqueting and housekeeping.
In February 2012 I worked for Dumami Lodge for 1 month period and in March 2012 I got involved in a tourism ambassador programme of which I’m currently busy with and work for Land Lover Safaris. I’m a friendly open person who love working with people and always respects another person’s point of view.
My aim is to get as much experience as I can which will be of advantage in future as I am passionate working in the tourism industry and while gaining experience to benefit Land lover safaris.
Setha - Info hub intern
Sethabile’s story - I’m Sethabile Mtetwa, live at Ngwelezane Township. I matriculated in 2008 at Dover Combined School and then went to Umfolozi College (Richtek campus) to do tourism NCV level 2-4. While I was doing my studies for level 4, I went for 3 months training at Umfolozi Casino Convention Resorts and worked in reception, banqueting and front desk. I completed my studies in 2011.
I worked at Dumami Lodge as a receptionist. I’m now an intern under Tourism World Academy at Land lover Safaris and started on the 2nd of April 2012. I’m getting my training at the information counter in Inkwazi mall, Richards Bay.
I am a young, enthusiastic, reliable hard worker who loves meeting new people and passionate about tourism. My goal is to learn more about tourism, travel around the world. At Land lover Safaris my goal is to grow, get experience, learn, get ideas on how to promote/attract more tourist to the country and promote my area.
Andile - Info hub intern
Andile’s story - My name is Andile Mchunu, I stay at Ngwelezane Township and attended high school at Dover Combined school I completed matric in 2011.
I am kind and friendly person who likes to work in a team so to know other people’s views. Tourism nowadays is so important because we receive visitors from other countries and that’s where we have to show and explain to them the different attractions that we have, so it also helps us know our country even better.
By participating in this internship programme I think I am going to achieve my goal as I want to be an air hostess when I finish my studies.
Ronell
Boardwalk Inkwazi Info hub assistant - Always looking for adventure and working with Land Lover safaris bring that extra ordinary experience to me. Being interested in wildlife experiences and sharing these with Boardwalk Inkwazi's shoppers who stop by at the Info hub brings along a feeling of satisfaction, today I have made someone's dream come true. I am also an Artist and have released two Gospel albums already.
Resigned March 2012 - Doing her apprenticeship at Bell ingeneering.
Local Guides
We also utilize many free lance registered local guides in order to maintain a fresh outlook the whole time. Each of them a specialist in his or her field.
Land Lover Safaris - Working horses
All our vehicles are in best kept condition. Comfortable and equipped for the service that they must provide for our clients.
All of them carries all the necessary legal documentation with passenger and public liability cover. We do not leave a stone unturned to ensure the comfort and safety of someone that steps into one of our vehicles.
You will notice that all our vehicles have names, giving them a personality and character.
Land Rover Discovery 3
Spirit - Because he brought back the free spirit that only a Land Rover can bring. That true African Safari feeling.
After 2 years behind the wheel of the Hummer it was time to return to my roots. December 2010 our new addition to the executive vehicle fleet was bought. A Discovery 3 was the choice and will be mostly utilised for our exclusive African safaris and some transfers.
Hummer H3
Isilo - Meaning the King - Standing out in the crowds - the Hummer brings that feeling of superiorority.
For ten years we have been using Land Rover vehicles, in 2008 when it was time to replace our executive vehicle a Hummer H3 Luxury was bought. It many ways it has proven itself. Comfort with a lot of power. It also seems that the elephants tend to ignore it. In December 2010 it was thought best that the Hummer will be utilised for most of our Executive transfers and be withdrawn from our Safari fleet.
Then of cause our free lance vehicles. Each one of them, mainly open Game drive Land Rovers a key figure in our family sharing Africa with our clients.
Kobus or better known by our international clients as Stefan is the owner of Land Lover Safaris. "I started taking photos of nature and from there it all developed into passionate wildlife photography, taking me to places and situations that I have never imagined. 
Working as a ranger in the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game reserve Samora is our eyes and ears in the park. We have been working together for the last 5 years now and has shared many breathtaking, sometimes hair raising moments.
Isabel's story - I grew up in a small village called Ingwavuma, located further north of kzn. Matriculated in 2008 and in 2009 up to 2011 I did NCV 3 year tourism course at Umfolozi College (Richtek campus).
Ronell
After 2 years behind the wheel of the Hummer it was time to return to my roots. December 2010 our new addition to the executive vehicle fleet was bought. A Discovery 3 was the choice and will be mostly utilised for our exclusive African safaris and some transfers.
For ten years we have been using Land Rover vehicles, in 2008 when it was time to replace our executive vehicle a Hummer H3 Luxury was bought. It many ways it has proven itself. Comfort with a lot of power. It also seems that the elephants tend to ignore it. In December 2010 it was thought best that the Hummer will be utilised for most of our Executive transfers and be withdrawn from our Safari fleet.