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About Us – Ricksha Tours
Welcome to Ricksha Tours, a proudly Durban-based, family-run specialist tours and travel service with three decades of experience sharing the beauty, history, wildlife and culture of South Africa with travellers from around the world.
Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Barry and Elizabeth Fuller, Ricksha Tours is passionate about creating memorable, personalised experiences rather than simply taking visitors from one attraction to another.
Meet Team Ricksha
Barry Fuller – National Driver & Guide
With over 30 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, Barry is a highly experienced national driver and guide who brings every destination to life through fascinating stories, local knowledge and infectious enthusiasm.
His passion for South Africa and its people is evident on every journey. Barry was also honoured as the Lilizela 2016 Culture Guide of the Year for KwaZulu-Natal Province.
Elizabeth Kirk-Fuller – Tour Manager
Elizabeth brings 14 years of industry experience as a tour manager and tourism interpreter for English and Italian.
She manages the important background preparations and organisation behind every tour, helping ensure that each journey runs smoothly from start to finish.
A Personal Touch
Together, Barry and Elizabeth strive to give every traveller a memorable and personalised experience. Whether you're visiting for leisure, travelling for business or exploring South Africa for the first time, their goal is to make your journey meaningful.
Our clients start our tours as travellers… and end our tours as friends!
Tours For Every Traveller
Ricksha Tours welcomes individual travellers, couples, families, corporate groups and large tour groups.
Our exciting range of escorted experiences includes full-day, half-day and overland tours, covering popular attractions throughout:
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Durban
- South Africa
- Lesotho
- Eswatini (Swaziland)
Looking for something completely different? Barry and Elizabeth can design your own dream, value-for-money holiday around your interests and budget.
Safe, Comfortable & Professional Travel
Your comfort and safety are important to us. Our vehicles are well maintained, while our drivers and guides are knowledgeable, reliable, professional and friendly.
Each driver carries the necessary driving permits for the class of vehicle they operate.
Our transport services include:
- Airport Transfers
- Point-to-Point Transfers
- Conference Transportation
- Private Excursions
- Group Transportation
- Cruise Ship Transfers & Tours
We can arrange transportation to and from any desired location.
Durban – The Perfect Starting Point
Based in Durban, Ricksha Tours is ideally positioned for discovering the incredible diversity of KwaZulu-Natal and beyond.
Arriving by cruise ship? We handle cruise passenger tours from both Durban and Richards Bay, with the option to choose from our existing packages or create a customised experience.
Adventure, Wildlife & Nature
Experience the wild side of Africa with unforgettable adventures including:
Wild & Raptors Tour
Combine the African Bird of Prey Sanctuary with a game drive at Tala Game Reserve, experiencing incredible raptors, wildlife, birdlife and beautiful landscapes.
Big 5 Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Tour
Spend the day tracking Africa's famous Big Five — elephant, lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo — alongside cheetah, wild dog, giraffe, zebra, antelope and abundant birdlife.
Big 5 Plus Tour
Take your safari experience further with options including iSimangaliso Wetland Park, the Emdoneni Wild Cat & Cheetah Centre and an unforgettable Bayete Zulu elephant interaction.
Wild Cats & World Heritage Tour
Meet rescued and rehabilitated cheetahs, African wild cats, servals and caracals, followed by a visit to St Lucia and a boat cruise through iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
Raptors & Birds of Prey Tour
Discover more than 180 birds of prey representing 50 species at the African Bird of Prey Sanctuary and learn about conservation, rehabilitation and research.
Mountains, Coastlines & Scenic Adventures
Sani Pass & Lesotho
Travel from Durban towards the spectacular Drakensberg, climb the winding Sani Pass in a 4x4 and cross into the mountain kingdom of Lesotho.
Experience breathtaking views, visit a Basotho village and discover local culture.
South Coast & Oribi Gorge
Enjoy a scenic coastal drive before exploring the dramatic cliffs, forests, rivers and wildlife of Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve.
For adventure seekers, there are opportunities to experience attractions such as the gorge swing.
Giant's Castle & San Rock Art
Explore the Maloti-Drakensberg mountains and discover ancient San rock art, learning about the history, beliefs and traditions represented in these remarkable paintings.
History & Heritage
For those fascinated by South Africa's past, our heritage experiences bring important stories to life.
Anglo-Zulu Battlefields Tour
ravel through Zululand to the historic battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift, discovering the stories behind two of the most famous battles of the Anglo-Zulu War.
Heritage Tour
Trace important moments in South African history through visits to Mahatma Gandhi House, the International Printing Press, a Hari Krishna temple and Ohlange High School, where Nelson Mandela voted for the first time in South Africa's democratic elections.
Culture & Local Experiences
Wild & Ethnic Tour
Experience the perfect combination of wildlife and Zulu culture.
Enjoy a game drive at Tala Game Reserve before travelling through the Valley of 1000 Hills to PheZulu Reptile Park, where you can experience a traditional Zulu village, vibrant cultural dancing, African drums, arts and crafts, and fascinating reptiles.
Midlands Meander Tour
Discover the beauty of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, including Howick Falls, the Nelson Mandela Capture Site & Museum and the charming Piggly Wiggly lifestyle centre.
More Than Sightseeing
At Ricksha Tours, we believe travel should be about more than ticking attractions off a list.
It's about the stories you hear, the people you meet, the cultures you experience, the wildlife you encounter and the memories you take home.
Whether you want adventure, wildlife, history, culture, scenery or a completely personalised African journey, Team Ricksha is ready to show you the very best of South Africa.
elizabeth@rickshatours.co.za
barry@rickshatours.co.za
