Courts of the Forest
Grass and clay courts. Strawberries between sets. Good company around the table. Our next Portland Manor weekend is taking shape—leave your details and we’ll share the dates when they’re ready.
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Discover South Africa through tennis and place.
Boutique tennis and travel journeys designed for people who want world class courts, thoughtful experiences, and South Africa done properly.
This is Baseline Africa Tours
Baseline Africa Tours designs small group and private journeys across South Africa, built around tennis, culture, and a strong sense of place. We work with travellers who value intention over speed and quality over quantity. Each journey is carefully paced, locally guided, and handled from start to finish so you can focus on the experience rather than the logistics. This is travel designed to feel considered, personal, and unhurried.
Courts of the Forest. The next chapter.
A weekend worth remembering.
From our Courts of the Forest guests, September 2026.
“Best best best weekend! I haven’t had that much fun in such a long time.”
Ashley
“A brilliant idea brilliantly executed, so very well done!”
Kate Fordyce
“So well organised and we were so spoilt. Looking forward to seeing you soon soon on the court.”
Janice
Find your kind of adventure.
Looking for something more private or tailored? These journeys are designed around the same principles, adapted to your pace, interests, and travel style.
Travel with Confidence
When you travel with Baseline Africa, you’re not just booking a tour — you’re placing your trust in us. That’s why we’ve built every journey around safety, comfort, and peace of mind, so you can focus on the joy of the experience.
Registered Guides & Trusted Coaches
Every tour is led by accredited South African guides and professional tennis coaches who know the courts, the landscapes, and the culture inside out. Passionate about people and place, they make sure you always feel cared for, both while travelling and while playing the game you love.
Comprehensive Guest Insurance
All guests are covered by comprehensive travel insurance, giving you the confidence to explore freely while we take care of the details. From unexpected delays to medical support, we’ve built every journey around your well-being. Peace of mind is at the heart of every Baseline Africa experience.
Premium Transport & Small Groups
We travel in luxury vehicles with trusted drivers, ensuring each transfer is smooth, safe, and secure. By keeping our groups small, we allow space for personal attention, flexibility, and meaningful connection. It’s how we create a travel experience that feels intimate, effortless, and entirely stress-free.
Your journey. Your rhythm.
A family holiday, a few friends or your tennis club. Tell us what you have in mind, and we’ll shape a private journey around you. From courtside mornings to coastal discoveries, we’ll take care of the details so you can enjoy the experience.
Travel deeper. Play harder. Live slower.
Traveling with Marzahn and Elrie introduces me to new unknown places and lets me experience the heart and soul of that place with highlights around every corner.
Borka Dickerson
Penn, USA