I was in Cape Town on a solo trip, and Greg helped make my time there extra special. He is a very professional and knowledgeable photo guide and took me to a lot of cool places in the area. You can see he is truly passionate about what he does and likes to see things differently. I had a few location wishes, and Greg was so flexible and attentive, always adapting the plan to my requests and to the weather so we could make the most of every photography opportunity. I had always been a bit apprehensive of shooting full manual, and, following his teaching and encouragements, I finally made the jump and never looked back. I learned a lot, so thank you Greg! If you enjoy photography (or not), I cannot recommend him enough as a guide, and I'd absolutely hire him again if I'm back in Cape Town.

It was a great experience: Greg truly loves Cape Town, and showed a lot of interesting new places. He was tending to all our needs and crafted a great tour for us with an understanding of our limited energy and the small child. We managed to see a lot!

My wife and I traveled to Cape Town in April 2024 to enjoy a few days of sightseeing before we boarded a cruise ship to sail up to Barcelona. Being a photographer, I love to spend time with local photographers to help show me the best places to see and photograph and maybe even pick up some new tips and tricks. After some research, I reached out to Greg to see if his Cape Point & Penguins Full Day Photo Tour was available. So glad I did! If you take one of Greg's tours, you will find that Greg quickly responds to any questions pre-tour and is very easy-going creating a relaxed atmosphere during the tour. He is prompt, keeps the tour moving yet gives you plenty of time to accomplish, see and learn what you want to. Greg will also mold himself to whatever level of learning or experience you are looking for as a photographer. My wife is not a photographer, so Greg was very helpful and patient with her really showing her how to utilize a camera to it's fullest in a very easy to understand manner. For me as a photographer, he gave me advanced tips and tricks along with some suggestions on different angles of the standard tourist photos. We highly recommend Greg for all your photography and touring needs!

Greg Hillyard and his company tourHQ offer an exemplary tour service that stands out for its depth of knowledge, personalized approach, and the added value of capturing beautiful memories through photography. Their dedication to showcasing the best of Cape Town, combined with professional expertise and a genuine passion for the city, makes him a top choice for anyone looking to explore this stunning part of the world. 

Greg showcases an impressive ability to help capture stunning visuals and stories that perfectly encapsulate the essence of Cape Town. From the perfect sunrise shot at Signal Hill to the panoramic views at Kalk Bay, Greg’s guidance in finding the right angles, moments, and settings for photographs are truly unparalleled. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a first-time traveler to Cape Town, a tour with Greg and tourHQ promises an unforgettable experience that goes above and beyond.

James and by extension, Greg, were recommended to us by a photography professional in NYC. It took a couple of years for us to get our trip together in South Africa and Namibia and we were thrilled that Greg was available to handle our itinerary and help us manage the trip, including of course great photography throughout our entire sojourn.

We started in Capetown with visits to local sites including Old Biscuit Mill, Woodstock, and the colorful Bokaap area. He was terrific guiding us through the Kirstenbosch Gardens, making sure we didn’t miss the highlights.

In addition, we had a fabulous day doing the Peninsula Tour with him, which took us to Signal Hill, Kalk Bay, Boulders Beach (LOVED the penguins!), and Cape Point. The South African portion of the trip also included a helicopter ride that Greg arranged on the fly (no pun intended) and a catamaran for the sunset.

When our guide in Namibia fell through at the last minute, Greg’s schedule worked in our favor and he was able to hop a plane to Windhoek with us where we rented a 4 x 4 and Greg drove North to Ondangwa where we all attended a traditional African wedding of our friends. We can’t thank Greg enough – it was a trip like no other, and we have had many others.