Waypoint/About us
About us Mother and daughter with a heart for South Africa
Waypoint grew out of our love of travel and of South Africa. We're not an anonymous travel agency: we stand behind every trip ourselves, with our own stories and local contacts.
Mother and daughter, with 30 years of combined experience
Joyce
Co-founder, lived in South Africa for four yearsJoyce lived in South Africa for four years, fell in love with it and has returned many times since. Today she lives there for part of the year. She studied tourism and has a gift for bringing people together. Joyce is also the founder of Joyce2Journey, where she organises luxury workations.
Mirte
Co-founder, born in DurbanMirte was born in Durban and has more than five years of experience in tourism, starting in Switzerland. She is doing PhD research on crisis and risk management in tourism at the University of Bath.
Why do we do this? Because we believe every woman should feel free and confident when she travels. Travel changes lives. We want women to discover the South Africa we know, in a way that is safe, meaningful and unforgettable. Everyone who travels with us should feel safe, supported and inspired while experiencing the very best of it.
Joyce & Mirte
Our care starts before you book
And it doesn't stop when you get home.
Before you book
Personal contact, clear information and honest answers to all your questions.
Before you leave
Your programme, an information pack, an introductory call and the WhatsApp group.
During the trip
Shared experiences, a dedicated point of contact and local support.
After the trip
New friendships, memories for life and a growing circle of Waypoint women.
Have a question? We're happy to help
Send us a message or WhatsApp us. You will always get a personal reply from Joyce or Mirte.