S.A. Weather
August 24th, 2011
About Us
About Endless Summer Tours:
Endless Summer was first established in 2005 by Rhys Scott-Dawkins and Anthony Cox, as a closed corporation (cc no. 2005/077782/23) in South Africa, KZN, Durban. Starting from very humble beginnings, with just a website and a small home office, we have expanded the company year after year to the successful enterprise it is today. Using word of mouth and repeat customers the company has grown every year despite the world economic climate. In 2008 we took on a third partner Bruce Bardenhorst to help cope with the increased demand on our time and today use a number of free-lance guides who understand and execute the standards we have set.
Although sometimes our image comes across as extreme adventure, we are an out-door tour operator, in Africa you have to do it outside!! So all activities are suitable for people of all fitness levels, perfect for families, couples and groups of friends. We all have a deep love of the ocean and African bush, meaning our service and passion will provide you with the perfect safari and a bit easier on the pocket.
Mission Statment
‘To bridge the gap between service excellence and tour operation’
We are a member of both our provincial and local tourism authorities, KZN and South Coast Tourism respectively. We also have road transport permits for our entire fleet of tour vehicles and all our guides have Professional Driving Permits. Our insurance covers passenger liability of 5 million or 1 million per seat. Below is more info on our members, and their respective qualifications.
‘I’ve been to all around the world and Rhys and Anthony (the guides) made me never want to leave South Africa.’
— Mike Gibbons, New York, United States
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Anthony Cox (Owner/ Guide):
Qualifications:
NQF (National Qualifications Network) Level 4, Surf/Adventure Guide for K.Z.N
Drivers License:
PDP (professional drivers permit)
Prior to entering the Tourism Industry 6 yrs ago, Anthony Worked for ten years in the hospitality industry. He has covered all aspects of bar and restaurant work, starting off as a waiter and ending up owning his very own cocktail bar.
At the age of 18 he ventured off to the UK and took up a position of barman in a Scandinavian Bar, soon he was promoted to Assistant Manager. Traveling became his passion and after traveling to Europe and back to South Africa he took up a job offer of General Manager of a different bar in London. Showing great aptitude for the job he was promoted to General Manager of a chain of three Bars and took on the responsibility of administrating all three Bars.
After Returning back to his home town, he took the position of General Manager of the local cocktail bar. After one year in charge he and three friends partnered up together to buy the bar. The bar was run successfully for two years and offered Anthony the opportunity to gain some valuable Business Experience.
All the above experience in Travelling as well as hospitality has given him the edge in the tourism Business. Growing up on the coast with extensive knowledge of fishing, surfing and the entire KZN area, coupled together with great people skills and a hunger to succeed makes him the perfect guide for your South African Adventure.
‘It was an absolute pleasure travelling with you Anthony. You’re a rare combination of professionality, sharpness and with a friendly approach.’
— Gabriele Zanchetta, Luen, Italy
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Rhys Scott-Dawkins (Owner/ Guide):
Qualifications:
FGASA Level 1 Guide. THETA NQ 2. Surf adventure guide in KZN, as well as cultural guide. Cyber tracker level 1. Also have various certificates in the hotel and Hospitality industry.
Drivers License:
PDP (professional drivers permit)
Rhys has been working in the hospitality industry for the last 12 years. In 2000 he spent 1 year studying wildlife science (BSc) at the University of KZN before taking a job with Protea Hotels. Protea Hotels is one of the largest hotel chains in South Africa and Rhys was incorporated into their in-house training course. For the first 8 months he worked in front office, he was then promoted to ‘Beverage and restaurant manager’ and then further to ‘Food and Beverage manager’.
Rhys was a qualified lifeguard from 1996-2001 and has recently done his retest for his SPA. Rhys completed his level 1 diploma from the ‘Field Guiding Association of Southern Africa’ (FGASA) in April 2006. He also obtained his level 1 ‘Track and sign recognition’ from Cyber tracker. Rhys is also in possession of a valid PDP license for the transportation of passengers. Then did his NQ2 guiding for the province of KZN in 2007.
Rhys Traveled to the U.S.A in 2003, where he worked on cruise ships gaining more experience in the catering and hospitality industry. On his return in 2005 he teamed up with Anthony to buy a cocktail bar which they ran successfully for two years.
Rhys grew up on the coast and spent many years visiting the bush. His wildlife knowledge and knowledge of the S.A. coast line are second to none. This combined with his enormous ability as a host makes him a great guide to ensure you have a magnificent vacation.
‘Rhys’ knowledge of the Fauna Flora and the different animals and birds was very impressive, he seemed to be enjoying himself and getting just as excited as we were. Thanks again for making our Kruger Park trip the best time we could ever have had.’
Bernard Samra, Orange County California
