The Perfect Connection for South African Surf Adventures
Surfari Tours & MAT Surfboards: The Perfect Connection for South African Surf Adventures
Where the Right Board Meets the Right Wave
For surfers, there are few things better than finding the perfect wave. But finding the right board for that wave can make the experience even better. That shared passion for surfing, equipment and exploring South Africa is what brings Surfari Tours and MAT Surfboards together. Two South African companies. Two different areas of expertise. One shared love for the ocean and the endless pursuit of better waves.
Surfari Tours: Chasing Waves Across South Africa and beyond.
At Surfari Tours, we believe that a surf trip should be about much more than simply arriving at one beach and surfing the same break every day.
South Africa offers an incredible variety of waves and landscapes, from the beaches of Cape Town to the world-famous point breaks of Jeffreys Bay and the many coastal gems in between. Our guided surf trips are designed around the surfer. Whether you're a beginner catching your first waves, an intermediate surfer looking to progress or an experienced surfer searching for new breaks, we help create adventures around your goals, ability and the conditions. Because no two surf trips are the same, we also offer customised adventures, surf and bodyboard coaching, day trips and virtual guiding for travellers who want to explore South Africa independently.
Our philosophy is simple:
Find the waves. Explore the coast. Experience South Africa.
MAT Surfboards: Built by Surfers, for Surfers
A good surfboard isn't just a piece of equipment.
It's part of the experience.
MAT Surfboards has been creating hand-shaped surfboards for local and international surfers, with a strong focus on understanding how different design characteristics affect the way a board performs in the water. MAT's approach is highly personalised, with design considerations including length, width, thickness, volume, concave, rails, rocker, stringer type, foam selection and glassing. The boards can also be adjusted to suit individual surfer requirements. The result is a range of boards designed for different surfers, waves and styles. From performance shortboards to fish designs, mid-lengths, longboards and more, MAT Surfboards offers a broad selection for surfers looking for something suited to their individual needs.
Why the Right Surfboard Matters on a Surf Trip
Every surf destination is different.
The wave you surf in Cape Town may require something completely different from the board you choose for a long point break in Jeffreys Bay. Beach breaks, reef breaks and point breaks all have their own characteristics, and the size and quality of the waves can change throughout a trip. That's why having the right equipment can make such a difference. A surf trip isn't only about finding good waves. It's about being prepared for the waves you find. This is where the connection between Surfari Tours and MAT Surfboards becomes particularly exciting. Surfari Tours helps surfers discover the coastline and find experiences suited to their ability and interests, while MAT Surfboards focuses on creating boards designed around the individual surfer.
The right surfer. The right board. The right wave.
From Cape Town to Jeffreys Bay
One of the best examples of this connection is the journey along South Africa's coastline. A trip from Cape Town to Jeffreys Bay can take surfers through a constantly changing mix of beaches, reefs, point breaks and coastal environments. Along the way, surfers can experience different wave types and conditions, making board selection an important part of the adventure.
Jeffreys Bay itself is one of South Africa's most iconic surf destinations and has played an important role in international surf culture. But the beauty of travelling the South African coastline is that Jeffreys Bay doesn't have to be the only destination. The journey can become part of the surf adventure. With Surfari Tours, travellers can explore different coastal areas, discover new waves and experience the landscapes, culture and communities along the way. With the right MAT Surfboard under your feet, you can be ready to make the most of the conditions you encounter.
Surfboard Design Meets Surf Travel
One of the things that makes surfing so addictive is that there is always something new to learn.
A different wave.
A different board.
A different approach.
A new line.
A new destination.
MAT Surfboards' range reflects that diversity, with boards designed for different abilities and conditions.
For example, the MAT Mid Length is designed for beginner through expert surfers and is intended for a broad range of conditions, while the Tripster is aimed at more experienced surfers and is designed for everything from heavier beach breaks to slabs. For surfers who want performance in smaller conditions, the Hipkabab 2.0 is designed around smaller beach and point-break waves, while the Problade is aimed at intermediate to expert surfers looking to push their performance. This variety is exactly what makes a surfboard brand such as MAT a natural fit for Surfari Tours. Because when you are travelling in search of waves, versatility matters.
More Than Equipment, It's About the Surfing Community
Surfing has always been about community.
It's about sharing waves, knowledge, stories and experiences. It's about meeting someone on the beach and discovering that you have travelled thousands of kilometres for exactly the same reason. Both Surfari Tours and MAT Surfboards are part of the South African surf community, and that local connection is an important part of what makes this collaboration meaningful. MAT Surfboards has grown from a passion for surfing and board shaping into a brand serving both local and international surfers.
Surfari Tours takes that same local knowledge and brings it into the travel experience helping visitors discover South Africa through surfing, adventure and authentic local experiences. Together, the two businesses represent something that goes beyond a simple business collaboration. It's about supporting surfers and helping them experience more.
Your Next South African Surf Adventure
Whether you're travelling to South Africa specifically to surf or simply want to include a few waves during your holiday, there is an incredible amount of coastline waiting to be explored. You could begin in Cape Town, explore the Western Cape, travel through the Garden Route and eventually reach Jeffreys Bay. You could search for point breaks, beach breaks, reefs or simply find somewhere beautiful to paddle out.
You could join a guided Surfari or create your own adventure with the help of local knowledge. Before you go, you can make sure your equipment is ready for the journey. That's where Surfari Tours and MAT Surfboards come together.
Surfari Tours
From guided surf trips and coaching to customised South African adventures and virtual travel support, Surfari Tours helps surfers discover the country's coastline and everything beyond it.
MAT Surfboards
From performance boards and fish designs to mid-lengths, longboards and custom hand-shaped surfboards, MAT works with surfers to create boards suited to their individual requirements.
Surf. Explore. Ride.
A great surf trip isn't defined by one perfect wave. It's the collection of moments.
The drive to the beach.
The first glimpse of a new break.
The excitement of paddling out somewhere you've never surfed before.
The sunset after a long session.
The conversations with locals.
The feeling of having the right board underneath your feet when the wave you've been waiting for finally arrives.
Surfari Tours and MAT Surfboards are proud to be connected by that shared passion.
Because sometimes the best adventures begin with two simple things:
A board and a road leading towards the ocean.
Ready for your next South African surf adventure?
Surfari Tours, explore South Africa, chase waves and experience the road less travelled.
MAT Surfboards, find the board that matches your surfing and the waves you want to ride.
Surf South Africa. Ride local. Explore further.