Africa's Travel Indaba 2027

Africa's Travel Indaba 2027 takes place from 10 to 13 May 2027 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) in Durban, South Africa. It is one of Africa's major leisure tourism trade shows, where tour operators, travel agencies and buyers meet safari lodges, hotels, DMCs and tourism boards from across the continent.

About Africa's Travel Indaba

Africa's Travel Indaba, often shortened to ATI or simply Indaba, is a business-to-business show for the leisure travel trade. Exhibitors come from South Africa and many other African countries and include accommodation groups, safari and tour operators, transport companies, attractions and national and regional tourism bodies.

The show is held in Durban, on South Africa's east coast in KwaZulu-Natal province. Durban was confirmed as the host city for a multi-year term starting in 2026, so the 2027 edition returns to the same convention centre. The official website offers separate zones for exhibitors, hosted buyers, non-hosted buyers, visitors and media.

For agencies in the Arab world selling Africa, Indaba is a chance to see a wide range of products in one place, from safari and beach holidays to city breaks, family trips and honeymoon packages, and to build direct relationships with suppliers.

Africa's Travel Indaba 2027 dates and venue

The Africa's Travel Indaba 2027 dates are:

• BONDay: Monday 10 May 2027
• Show days: 11 to 13 May 2027

The venue is the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) in central Durban. Registration, floor plans, the exhibitor list and shuttle information are published on the official Africa's Travel Indaba website. The organiser says registration is opening soon, so check the site regularly.

May is late autumn in Durban, usually mild and pleasant, which makes it a comfortable time for meetings and short excursions.

How to get to Durban for Africa's Travel Indaba

Durban is served by King Shaka International Airport (DUR), north of the city near La Mercy. It has domestic flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town and some international connections. Many international visitors connect through O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg or Cape Town International Airport (CPT).

From King Shaka, the usual options into the city are pre-booked transfers, metered taxis, ride-hailing apps and airport shuttle buses. The official website also publishes a show shuttle schedule, which is useful for delegates staying outside the centre.

Visitors should check the official entry requirements for South Africa before they book.

Where to stay

For a trip to Durban for Africa's Travel Indaba 2027, popular areas include:

• The city centre and beachfront, close to the Durban ICC, with easy access to the promenade.
• Umhlanga, north of the city and closer to the airport, with many hotels and restaurants.
• Morningside and Berea, residential areas with guesthouses and restaurants a short ride from the venue.

Demand for hotels near the Durban ICC is high during show week, so book as early as possible and confirm shuttle or transfer arrangements in advance.

Planning a group trip to Africa's Travel Indaba 2027

Agencies usually attend Indaba as buyers. To get the most from it:

• Read the hosted buyer and non-hosted buyer criteria on the official website and register early.
• Use the exhibitor list to plan meetings with lodges, DMCs and tourism boards that match your clients.
• Ask suppliers about halal-friendly dining, prayer facilities, family rooms and Arabic-speaking guides.
• Plan a short educational trip before or after the show, for example to the Drakensberg or a game reserve in KwaZulu-Natal.
• Follow up quickly after the show to turn contacts into rates and contracts for your next season.

Frequently asked questions

When is Africa's Travel Indaba 2027?

Africa's Travel Indaba 2027 runs from 10 to 13 May 2027. BONDay is on 10 May, and the show days are 11, 12 and 13 May 2027, according to the official website.

Where is Africa's Travel Indaba 2027 held?

The show takes place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre, known as the Durban ICC, in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Who can attend Africa's Travel Indaba?

Indaba is a trade show for exhibitors, hosted and non-hosted buyers, trade visitors and accredited media. Each group has its own criteria and registration process on the official website.

Are there public tickets for Africa's Travel Indaba?

No general public tickets are sold, as it is a trade event. Buyers and visitors register on the official website, which also lists the rates for exhibitors.

Which airport is closest to the Durban ICC?

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the closest airport. Many international visitors connect through Johannesburg or Cape Town and then take a domestic flight to Durban.

Travel agencies can book flights for travellers going to Africa's Travel Indaba 2027 in the QuickOTA B2B Panel and set their own markup.