Africaโs inaugural Glamping Expo is set to revolutionise the outdoor tourism and hospitality industry. Scheduled for June 20-21, 2025, the pioneering event will take place at the Johannesburg Expo Centre (Nasrec), uniting innovators, thought leaders and enthusiasts along the glamping value chain.
Under the theme โReimagining Innovation & Regenerative Tourism,โ the expo will shine a spotlight on the global movement toward experiential, eco-conscious travel. As the first event of its kind on the continent, the Glamping Expo aims to showcase how glampingโa luxurious fusion of glamour and campingโis transforming the tourism industry. By merging sustainability with unforgettable travel experiences, glamping aligns with the expectations of modern travelers.
โThe Glamping Expo will bring together the entire glamping value chain under one roof, from suppliers and operators to financiers and supporting sectors,โ said Gugu Sithole, Glamping Expo Lead.
โWeโre thrilled to host Africaโs very first Glamping Expo. This is more than just an eventโitโs a celebration of how tourism can evolve sustainably. The expo will explore innovative opportunities to redefine how people connect with nature and communities in meaningful ways,โ Sithole added.
Key Partnerships
The Glamping Expo is thrilled to announce the South African Tourism and Gauteng Tourism Authority as key partners to the event. The partnership aims to elevate both the glamping sector as well as South Africa as a key tourism destination in the country.
โSouth Africa is leading in terms of glamping innovations in the Global South and we are glad that the country is taking a lead by initiating a key calendar event such as the Glamping Expo,โ said Sithole
“We are proud to support South Africaโs first ever Glamping Expo, an exciting milestone in reimagining how travellers experience our Mzansi. Glamping beautifully blends nature with luxury, offering immersive comfort in the great outdoors. This partnership reflects our commitment to diversifying South Africaโs tourism offering in line with evolving traveller preferences. Itโs also a powerful driver for sustainable travel, rural tourism development, and job creation in less commercialised areas. By embracing innovative formats like glamping, we are not only unlocking new markets but also reaffirming South Africaโs position as a leading destination for nature based and experiential tourism.” Said Thembisile Sehloho, Chief Marketing Officer, South African Tourism
Exhibitor Registration Now Open
Exhibitor registration is now live and glamping value chain businesses are urged to showcase their products to the market via the website: www.glampingexpo.africa
The event will feature distinguished speakers from the glamping and tourism sectors, including notable innovators such as Faith Meyer, Frank De Lima, Jillian Blackbeard, and Siphelele Luthuli.
To ensure the eventโs success, the Glamping Expo has enlisted an advisory board of industry leaders, including Dr. Eddy Khosa, Paul Gardiner, Professor Nellie Swart, Mandisa Silo, Hulisani Thabela, and Phindile Chirwa. Together, they will steer the Expo toward delivering actionable insights and transformative strategies for the tourism industry.
โThe theme reflects the global focus on eco-tourism. However, we aim to take this a step further by exploring innovation and how the sector can contribute meaningfully to regenerative tourism,โ added Sithole.
What to Expect at the Glamping Expo 2025
Over two days, attendees will experience:
- Exhibitions from leading glamping providers, sustainable travel brands, and tourism organizations.
- Inspiring keynote addresses and panel discussions on regenerative tourism.
- Hands-on workshops designed to help attendees create unforgettable and sustainable travel experiences.
To Register Click Here: https://www.glampingexpo.africa/
