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A New Resource to Inspire Your LGBTQ+ Clients to Visit South Africa
South Africa offers LGBTQ+ travelers a destination where extraordinary experiences and meaningful connections come together.
From iconic safaris and world-class wine regions to vibrant cities, rich history, and breathtaking coastlines, South Africa offers the variety today’s travelers are looking for.
The country also has some of the most progressive LGBTQ+ legal protections in the world, giving LGBTQ+ travelers the opportunity to explore with confidence.
There’s an exciting moment ahead, too. Cape Town will host WorldPride in 2028, the first time the global celebration will take place on the African continent. For travel professionals, it’s a great time to deepen your knowledge of South Africa and start thinking about how the destination can fit into your clients’ future travel plans.
To help you do that, South African Tourism and IGLTA have launched the new LGBTQ+ Travel Guide to South Africa.
The guide goes beyond a list of attractions, offering a deeper look at South Africa’s cities, communities, culture, cuisine, experiences, and LGBTQ+ travel landscape. It provides inspiration and practical insights to help you create meaningful journeys for your clients.
We are also proud to have outstanding IGLTA members and trusted travel partners throughout South Africa. From destination management companies and local tour operators to luxury lodges, hotels, and tourism experiences, these industry experts can help you create customized itineraries, provide destination insight, and offer the local expertise needed to plan exceptional LGBTQ+ journeys.
Whether you’re helping a client plan their first safari, looking for a Cape Town escape, exploring the winelands, or building a trip around culture and local experiences, the guide can help you find new ways to shape a South Africa journey.