Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026: Join 10,000+ Tourism Professionals in Durban
Africa’s Travel Indaba (ATI) 2026 is gearing up to welcome global tourism stakeholders to Durban this May, and registrations are officially open from February 10, 2026. Whether you’re an exhibitor, buyer, media representative, or industry visitor, now’s the time to secure your spot at the continent’s leading travel and tourism trade show.
Event Details
When: 11-14 May 2026
Where: Durban International Convention Centre (ICC), KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Who Should Attend?
Registration is now open for:
- Exhibitors showcasing African tourism products and destinations
- Hosted buyers (international travel trade professionals)
- Non-hosted buyers
- Media representatives
- Industry visitors
Why Africa’s Travel Indaba Matters
Africa’s Travel Indaba has established itself as a strategic marketplace connecting African tourism experiences with high-value international buyers, global media, and industry decision-makers. The platform drives meaningful trade partnerships and long-term growth across the entire tourism value chain.
The numbers from ATI 2025 speak for themselves:
- Nearly 10,000 delegates attended
- 1,300+ exhibitors from 27 African countries
- 1,000+ hosted and international buyers from key global source markets
- Thousands of pre-scheduled business meetings facilitating direct buyer-exhibitor engagement
These results demonstrate the event’s strong return on investment, with participants securing tangible business outcomes, commercial agreements, and future bookings.
What You’ll Gain
Africa’s Travel Indaba offers structured access to global markets through its hosted buyer programme, appointment-based meeting system, and targeted networking opportunities. Key benefits include:
- Direct engagement with qualified international buyers
- Opportunities to build sustainable trade relationships and access new distribution channels
- High-visibility positioning in front of global decision-makers
- Reduced costs and complexity when entering international markets
The event provides an inclusive platform where SMMEs, emerging tourism businesses, and community-based enterprises can compete alongside established brands in a professional, business-focused environment.
How to Register
All registrations and applications must be submitted through the official website: www.indaba-southafrica.co.za
Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of Africa’s most important tourism trade event. Register today and position your business for success in the global tourism marketplace.
