Established in 1956, the Association of Southern African Travel Agents is a representative forum that promotes professional service in the travel industry for both members and their clients.

Representing over 95% of the travel industry in terms of market share, ASATA’s membership is voluntary and includes South African retail travel agents, travel management companies, wholesalers and suppliers of travel-related products and services.

IATA’s mission is to represent, lead and serve the airline industry. They are the trade association for the world’s airlines and their members comprise 82% of total air trafic.

They have 470 strategic partners working with their member airlines delivering solutions that shape aviation. IATA accredited travel and cargo agents reliaby serve travellers and shippers worldwide.

The Safari Guild is a travel buyer organisation run by its travel professional members.

It’s primary purpose is to provide its members with information and opportunities that enable them to sell safaris more effectively, efficiently and profitably whilst supporting local communities and conservation programmes.

The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) is a member-driven association that offers inbound tourism services companies the highest level of quality in the tourism industry.

They provide their members with quality advice, key services and benefits as well as representation at local, regional and international trade shows and conferences. SATSA also lobby on issues that impact members businesses and profitability.