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“If you want to experience a true insider, expertly curated bucketlist trip where you get to tailor your experience to the pace you want. Look no further!”

Leanne McC, Sydney, on Tripadvisor

Our Story

People Like Us

Established in 2012 by Jamie Keenan, PLUS blends a lifetime of African exploration with 20 years of guiding expertise in Southern Africa's remote corners. Our passion lies in uncovering the intricate ecology, history, and wildlife of each area, revealing the captivating beauty of Africa from the tiniest details to the vastness of the skies. Whether you seek a starlit campsite or a lavish lodge experience, we personalise your journey to match your preferences, combining local knowledge with your aspirations.

Beyond wildlife, our adventures embrace culinary delights, cultural immersions, and vibrant city encounters, ensuring a complete immersion in Africa's richness. We invite special interest groups and unique requests, recognizing that deeper dives into specific topics enhance your overall experience of the region. Let's craft your dream African adventure together!

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Creating Memorable Experiences

Our ethos is rooted in authentic African experiences that immerse you in local cultures sustainably. Through informed exploration, we foster meaningful connections, empower communities, and preserve the natural environment. Join us to discover Africa respectfully and create lasting memories.

Services

Extraordinary Travel Experiences and Thrilling Day Tours

Hidden Gems

Secluded beaches, charming markets, and tranquil wine farms.

Authentic Culture

Vibrant traditions, local cuisines, and welcoming communities.

Wildlife Up Close

Thrilling wildlife safaris: lions, elephants, and majestic African landscapes.

Insider Knowledge

Secret spots, local tips, and unforgettable travel experiences.

Eclectic Experiences

Adventures: from bustling cities to serene natural wonders.

Custom Packages

Personalised itineraries for creating unforgettable memories.

tripadvisor Reviews

“I did a bucket list trip with Jamie and a crew of other travellers and it was unforgettable. One of Jamie's biggest strengths is his knowledge of not only the obvious but the stuff we would have definitely missed. He is passionate about the flora and fauna, the birds as well as the obvious big ticket game! Jamie fills in driving times with a full history of the area and culture you are in and really fascinating insights into the real history of S.Africa. If you want to experience a true insider, expertly curated bucket list trip where you get to tailor your experience to the pace you want then I couldn't ask for more!Highly recommended, experience of a lifetime!“

Leanne McC

Jul 2022

tripadvisor Reviews

“Jamie is a special type of human, one of a kind genuine kinda dude that is absolutely passionate not only about his heritage and country but the environment and all the magic that makes Africa a magical place. He’s extremely knowledgeable in any and everything you can imagine, it’s rather impressive he’s a walking encyclopedia!! 10/10 would HIGHLY RECOMMEND you drop him a line for an excellent time while in South Africa or potentially beyond!”

Billy IV

Dec 2023

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“Jaime guided our group of 12 for a half day tour visiting the Cape Town Peninsula. He is beyond professional and knowledgeable and brought a wealth of information to our visit! You are in wonderful hands with Jaime and People Like Us Safaris. Highly recommend!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️+++“.

Heather W

September 2023

tripadvisor Reviews

“Being on a tour with Jamie is an immersive experience into local flora, fauna, culture and history. With his all around knowledge of nature, history and people a simple walk and talk will become a active informative and interactive lesson on the grounds visiting with him. By being really attentive, he makes sure his clients are always well and without any complaints. However, he tries to broaden his clients horizons by introducing them to new life changing experiences like abseiling. Additionally, he is a very good surfer and does provide great tours and tips. All in all a great guide and human.“

Louisa Schm

Jul 2022

tripadvisor Reviews

“Breathtaking landscapes exploring the beautiful deserts of Namibia to sunrise hikes trekking up top to the Sossusvlei dunes witnessing how the sun casts an exquisite terracotta glow on the sand felt beneath your toes…to becoming connected to all the living animals of the wild, People Like Us Safaris with Jamie Keenan helps bring this amazing experience to life and transcends you to another time and place that is like no other. People Like Us Safaris curated a personalized itinerary customized for my financial budget incorporating all the things I wanted to explore and merely took the stress out of planning and traveling to another foreign country and the worry of getting to one stunning destination to the next. I merely just had to show up and enjoy the many adventures that awaited me!Thanks again People Like Us Safaris for this epic trip of a lifetime!!!“

Joyce Gonzalez

April 2022

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“Jamie was a great person at the human level as well a very deep knowledgeable personality about CPT and SA region a real tour guide with geologist expertise. We really enjoyed the experience and his storytelling about the region and we explore through him all the city and the town details also his hospitality and availability for recommending to us places to go and visit in addition to his guided and organised tour we relay enjoy the experience the penguins the beach the cap points the surfing the paddling… all the great things you want to do and enjoy he will make job exploring and loving that unique local experience it’s really about People experiences and with Jamie you explore enjoy and really live that experience I highly recommend all the activities that People like us Safaris do very flexible, personalised, fun and unforgettable…“

Hossam Eddine

Feb 2022

tripadvisor Reviews

“Jamie of People like Us Safaris has always been superb with the groups I have sent him. Apart from the attention to details, he is a buddy, charming young man that immediately puts clients at ease . They always start as clients and leave as friends. He is immensely knowledgeable on all the subject matter whether it be flora/fauna, history or current affairs and the clients appreciate the way he puts it all across with such energy.People Like Us Safaris have certainly added enormous value to my business and I am always 100% at ease when I know my groups are with Jamie.“

Doug

Sep 2021

tripadvisor Reviews

“What an absolute treat being guided by Jamie through the winelands, Highly recommended his winelands tour.“

Warren

Jul 2021

tripadvisor Reviews

“I cannot recommend Jamie enough to people. The trip from Cape Town through the Cape of Good Hope is one of the most breathtaking I have ever had. Not only that, but I learned so much about the history, ecology, and biodiversity of the region. I can now explain these three interacted to create the Western Cape we see today - Jamie is a great educator. I cannot suggest seeing a place like the Cape of Good Hope enough. You will likely feel like you are near the end of the world. I cannot wait until more of the company opens back up, and I can see more of Jamie's tours! If you are in Cape Town and have even just a day, get in touch with Jamie!“

Jellio TB

April 2021

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“Wonderful trip to Namibia with Jamie Keenan, a very professionnal guide who knows so much about nature, history, stars and even geology.Thank-you Jamie for your generosity and making sure we had the best of everything and by being a great travel companion. You made our trip a truly unforgettable experience. Jo-Anne Denis and Danielle Paré.

Jo-Anne Denis

April 2019