Black Opal Travel Group

21/08/2026

Our Managing Director, Jamie, travelled to Bangladesh earlier this year ahead our Hosted Cricket Tour in 2027. The country has so much to offer and you can pre-register now to be experience it first-hand.

14/08/2026

We are thrilled to announce that the Bahrain Grand Prix, which was canceled earlier in the year, has now been rescheduled to take place 2-4 October at Sepang Circuit, Malaysia. Just a week before the Singapore Grand Prix, this is the perfect opportunity for an F1 twin centre holiday to the Far East. Speak to our experts now about booking your tickets.

10/08/2026

In March England's cricketers will travel to Melbourne to face Australia in a one-off Test Match, marking the 150th anniversary of Test Cricket. Held at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, is an unmissable experience for fans of the sport. Travel with us at Black Opal and be at the heart of the action.

04/08/2026

When we say we have personal experience of everywhere we sell, we mean it. Earlier this year our Managing Director, Jamie, travelled to Bangladesh to scope out hotels, visit cricket grounds and experience as much of what the country has to offer as possible. This is ahead of our 2027 Hosted Tour to see England's cricketers face Bangladesh over two Tests.

Jamie was really impressed with his experience, from the quality of the hotels to the delicious food and welcoming locals. Want to experience it for yourself? Pre-register for our tour now via the website.

31/07/2026

Happy World Ranger Day to our friends and partners at Shamwari Private Game Reserve and all who work so hard to preserve and protect precious natural habitats for some of the world's most fascinating wild life.

In January 2027, we'll have the pleasure of taking guests to Shamwari as part of our South Africa cricket tour. And the great news is that there is still one room left available on this Big Five safari experience if you'd like to join us. Learn more here: https://www.blackopal.uk.com/cricket/south-africa-vs-england-cape-town-test-inc-victoria-falls-and-safari/

23/07/2026

🏏JUST ANNOUNCED🏏🇿🇦
The fixtures for the Betway SA20, South Africa’s premier T20 league, are now live. Speak to us today about booking your holiday to witness the action in person!

23/07/2026

🏏JUST ANNOUNCED🏏🇿🇦
The fixtures for the Betway SA20, South Africa’s premier T20 league, are now live. Speak to us today about booking your holiday to witness the action in person!

Escape the British winter and immerse yourself in the vibrant spectacle of South Africa’s premier T20 league. From the 17th January to the 21st February 2027, the Betway SA20 brings world-class cricket, electric atmospheres, and top international talent together across six iconic host destinations...

21/07/2026

Our up-coming cricket tour to South Africa is booking up, with some tour options already sold out. However, there is still availability in Cape Town for the third Test at the iconic Newlands in early Janaury.

Why not fly down for new years eve too? We'll be ringing in 2027 in style in the Winelands at Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa and we'd love you to join us! See more here: https://www.blackopal.uk.com/cricket/south-africa-vs-england-new-years-eve-in-franschhoek-and-cape-town-test/

17/07/2026

Earlier this week Alex attended The Open Golf at Royal Birkdale. It was great say with even better weather.

At Black Opal Sports we put together golfing holidays, whether you want to spectate, play a few rounds yourself or do a bit of both. You can call us to discuss Golf holidays on 0330 041 4888 or www.blackopal.uk.com/golf for inspiration.

25/06/2026

In just under six months time, we'll be off to follow England’s Test Match & ODI tour of South Africa and we’d love to have you there with us. Although some aspects of the tour are sold out, we still have some tempting options. How about joining our hosted tour for New Year’s Eve in the Winelands followed by a trip to Capetown to see the 3rd Test? As always, if a hosted tour isn’t your thing, our team can arrange packages for flights, hotels and tickets only. More details on our website, or give us a call on 0330 041 4888 to plan a trip tailored to you.