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Imvelo Awards for Responsible Tourism

To be made for the eighth time this year, the Imvelo awards have had a huge impact on tourism in South Africa, creating significant awareness of environmental management issues in the industry.

The awards are in line with the Responsible...


Imvubu Nature Tours

Imvubu Nature Tours is a community-based tourism company established at Rondevlei Nature Reserve, Cape Town, in 2002. The reserve features a rustic but comfortable island bush camp, boat trips, guided nature walks, a lecture conference centre...


Jan Harmsgat Country House

One of the first establishments to be accredited as Fair Trade in tourism operation, they are dedicated to fair labour practises, community upliftment and generally operating in an ethical way.

Jan Harmsgat Country House is on a farm just...


Klippe Rivier Country House

Klippe Rivier Country House is a magnificent Cape Dutch Homestead circa 1820, on the outskirts of Swellendam.

The 'waenhuis' (wagon house) and stables have been converted into six spacious, individually styled bedrooms with separate...


Leshiba Wilderness

Leshiba Wilderness lies in a hidden valley on top of the Soutpansberg mountains in Limpopo Province, one of the country’s most unique bio-diverse environments. Transcending expectations, this 4-star private reserve offers a unique, authentic...


Masakala Guesthouse

Situated in the friendly rural village of Masakala (near Matatiele), bordering the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal, Masakala Traditional Guesthouse offers panoramic views of the southern Drakensberg Mountains towards Lesotho.

Guests can...


Mehloding Adventure Trail

The town of Matatiele serves as a gateway to this eco-adventure experience.

The trail traverses through spectacular mountainous foothills and rural villages, taking in visits to undocumented rock-art, sparkling streams, indigenous trees,...


Mercure Hotel, Bedfordview

The Mercure Hotel, Bedfordview, was the first Fair Trade certified city-based business hotel in the world.
It stands out for exemplary labour standards, environmental policies and commitment to water awareness, energy management and waste...


Mercure Hotel, Midrand

The Mercure Hotel, Midrand is ideally located in the business district, 30 minutes from OR Tambo international airport, 20 minutes from Sandton Convention Centre, within walking distance of the Gallagher Estate, the biggest conference centre in...


Mercure Hotel, Nelspruit

The Mercure Hotel, Nelspruit, is situated in the centre of the capital of Mpumalanga, only 25km away from the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. It is the ideal location for easy access to the Kruger National Park.

The Mercure...


Mercure Hotel, Randburg

The Mercure Hotel, Randburg, is on the outskirts of Johannesburg, just 30 minutes' drive from OR Tambo International Airport. It faces the new Brightwater Commons shopping & entertainment centre, previously known as the Randburg Waterfront,...


Motswari Private Game Reserve

“Motswari” is located on 150 square kilometres within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, north of the Kruger National Park. The lodge offers visitors the best of Africa: wide horizons, untamed wilderness and plentiful game. Guests are...


Nature's Way Backpackers, Mtunzini

Nature's Way Backpackers, at Mtunzini on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast, is beautifully situated on the edge of the Siyayi Coastal Reserve, which encompasses rivers, lagoons, dune forests, golden beaches and abundant wildlife.

As Honorary...


Ocean Blue Adventures

Based in Plettenberg Bay on the Garden Route, Ocean Blue Adventures offers:

  • Close and personal awe-inspiring encounters with the fascinating majestic whales in the bay. Interaction and fun with our wonderful dolphin species while...

Phumulani Lodge

Phumulani Lodge is situated just 500 metres from the Kruger National Park's Numbi Gate. Seventeen luxury chalets are nestled within Acacia trees, each with full en-suite bathroom and sheltered patio overlooking the wild surrounds. At the dining...


Responsible Traveller

Responsible Traveller is a print & web travel publication showcasing South Africa as a responsible tourism destination. This publication aims to promote South Africa in a manner that informs, educates and entertains - thereby inspiring its...


Royal Madikwe Lodge

The Royal Madikwe Lodge is ideally situated in the malari-free Madikwe Game Reserve, home to Africa's Big Five, namely rhino, elephant, buffalo, lion and leopard. Enjoy the shade of the ancient leadwood and marula trees while looking out over the...


Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve

Situated in the renowned Sabi Sand Wildtuin, Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve boasts a rich biodiversity of habitat; making it home to an astonishing array of animals, birds and plants.

Four unique and exclusive 5-star lodges host guests...


Serendipity Africa

Specialist marketing and business consultant promoting and implementing sustainable tourism development in Southern Africa. A qualified national trainer for Fair Trade Tourism South Africa, freelance travel writer and member of the International...


Setsebi Travel

Setsebi Travel was borne of the need to provide people with a personal and holistic approach to travel management. Setsebi Travel strives to be your wise choice for your travel requirements.

We are all responsible for climate change and we...