DMC and Local Tour Operator Member for Destinations:
ESWATINI, LESOTHO & SOUTH AFRICA

BELAFRIQUE began — and still begins — with a feeling. A je ne sais quoi I first felt in Africa, one that deepened over time. Born in Antwerp, I’ve called Cape Town home for nearly 25 years. My European roots shape how I think, but South Africa is where I learned to listen differently — to slow down, to notice, to truly connect. That way of listening underpins how we work, especially in partnership with agents.

South Africa is our foundation and deepest area of expertise. It’s where our knowledge is most layered, our relationships most trusted, and our understanding most intuitive. We work as a destination management partner for agents who value insight, nuance, and thoughtful design — and who see itinerary building as a collaborative process rather than a transactional one.

There is no formula here. The strongest journeys emerge when we work closely together. When agents ask the right questions, share context, and give us a clear sense of the traveller behind the request, we can translate intent into a journey that truly fits.

We encourage agents to make considered selections and to share as much relevant information as possible. And when things are still taking shape, a short conversation before sending a request or finalising a quote often makes all the difference. While it’s easy to send a broad request, a more refined one gives us the foundation to design with real precision. When we begin with clarity and the right information, the journey unfolds in a way that feels deeply personal — and clients often sense, from the very first proposal, how carefully they’ve been understood.

As BELAFRIQUE grew, we became intentional about what we are not. We don’t produce generic safari packages or one-size-fits-all proposals. What we offer is rooted in trust: honest guidance, careful pacing, and solutions that respect both the traveller’s expectations and the realities of the budget — while working responsibly and fairly with the people and places that make each journey possible. For us, luxury isn’t about excess or inflated price tags — it’s about meaning, quality, and choices that feel right.

This work goes beyond logistics. It’s about knowing when to pause, when to push, and when to suggest something different. Travel, at its best, is a form of growth — shaped through flavor, story, rhythm, and presence. When agent and DMC are aligned, that depth becomes possible.

We’re not here to compete with booking engines or automated systems. If speed and lowest rates are the only priority, we may not be the right fit — and that’s okay. We work best with partners who value craft, care, and process.

Some itineraries take time to unfold; others come together quickly. Either way, what we deliver is seamless, intentional, and personal — like kumiko, the Japanese joinery art where each piece fits without force, only precision.



If you value collaboration over transactions, clarity over noise, and thoughtful process over quick fixes, we’d love to work alongside you.

No formula. Just shared intent — and better journeys, built together.

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 Destinations Operated by Belafrique

Below you will find the list of travel destinations brought to life by our local Tour Operator Belafrique,

best locally based Destination Management Company (DMC) and Travel Agent in Eswatini, Lesotho and South Africa,

and a proud member of the Africa DMC’s network.