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Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale

Sustainability at Bush Ways

Bush Ways Safaris understands the importance of sustainability for our planet and people. They take pride in their commitment to eco-friendly practices, responsible tourism, and conservation of the environment. Read on to learn how Bush Ways strives to ensure their safaris have a minimal environmental and maximum social impact while providing guests with an unforgettable and sustainable experience.

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Sustainability, Botswana Jessica Tyrrell Sustainability, Botswana Jessica Tyrrell

Pack for a Purpose on Your Next Holiday to Botswana

As a responsible traveller, thinking about ways to give back to the communities we visit is essential. One great way to do that when travelling to Botswana is through the Pack for a Purpose initiative. This blog posts looks at some of the lodges, camps and hotels in Botswana that are participating in Pack for a Purpose, with some example lists needed for nearby communities.

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Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale

Sustainability at Lalibela Game Reserve

The Lalibela Game Reserve is located in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. It is a 10.500 ha private game reserve that spans 5 ecosystems and is home to various species of wildlife. The reserve offers a unique malaria-free safari experience and is committed to conservation and sustainability. Read on as we walk through the wilderness of Lalibela Game Reserve to find out why it should be your next sustainable safari destination…

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Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale

Sustainability at Morukuru Family

Here at Viatu, we love groups that champion sustainability and make meaningful contributions to the communities and the wild spaces in which they sit. Whether you’re looking for a beach holiday, a malaria-free safari escape or the perfect cultural getaway, Morukuru has everything you could want, with a sustainable ethos at the heart of each stay.

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Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale

Sustainability at Isibindi

Isibindi Lodges allow you to visit gorgeous beaches and exclusive safari destinations while participating in multiple sustainable practices. The Isibindi group exemplifies holistic sustainability, serving nearby communities and wildlife so both can prosper. Read on to find out why Isibindi Lodges are one to watch in the sustainable tourism movement…

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Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale Sustainability Courtney Mae Drysdale

Sustainability at Singita

Viatu strives to partner with suppliers who champion sustainability and make meaningful contributions to the communities and the wilderness in which they operate. Offering secluded escapes in the most exclusive biodiversity hotspots, Singita upholds these principles in various ways. Read on to discover why Singita is a top sustainable destination.

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South Africa, Culture & People Nadine Kilala South Africa, Culture & People Nadine Kilala

Local Food and Delicacies in South Africa You Have to Try

South Africa’s vibrant foodscape tells a story of a melting pot of cultures that have evolved and influenced each other over time to get to what is on your South African food plate today. This blog gives you a tasty rundown on the best local delicacies you want to try in your next South African adventure. Let’s dig in!

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Sustainability Nadine Kilala Sustainability Nadine Kilala

Sustainable Tourism: Eco-Innovation in Transport

There is an urgent need for transport in tourism to shift from being harmfully consumptive to being environmentally sustainable. Inspiringly, we are witnessing the birth of a responsible means of travelling! This blog celebrates the top innovators for sustainable transport in tourism in southern Africa. 🌱🚙

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South Africa, Activities Lesedi Chocho South Africa, Activities Lesedi Chocho

Top 10 Romantic Activities in Cape Town

Whether you’re celebrating your honeymoon on a budget or want to splurge on a romantic getaway with your significant other, the Mother City is the perfect place for a romantic escapade! Not sure of what you could do in Cape Town for your honeymoon, anniversary or the equivalent? Worry not, here’s a list of the top 10 romantic activities in Cape town curated just for you!

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Sustainability, Namibia Lesedi Chocho Sustainability, Namibia Lesedi Chocho

Sustainability at Mushara Collection

At the heart of the Mushara Collection is a philosophy centred on sustainability, conservation and social responsibility. With initiatives prompted by putting its people first, Mushara Collection’s main goals are to empower and continuously improve the lives of their staff members through educational courses and programmes.

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Sustainability, Namibia Zeldi Smulders Sustainability, Namibia Zeldi Smulders

Sustainability at Big Sky Lodges

Each of the properties of Namibia’s Big Sky Lodges has a passion for what they do – a practical approach to sustainability that benefits the land, wildlife and community – and it shows! Find out more about how this group puts their sustainability philosophy into action.

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Sustainability Nina van Zyl Sustainability Nina van Zyl

Sustainability at Natural Selection

Natural Selection is a collection of exclusive tourism properties in some of southern Africa’s most unforgettable natural environments. Together, the company is working towards creating change throughout the region with initiatives that are making a difference not only for nature but for its communities, too.

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