South Africa’s Tourism Investment Summit will take place from
30 September to 1 October 2026 in Johannesburg, Gauteng.
The summit will bring together investors, tourism industry stakeholders and policymakers to stimulate investment and build a strong project pipeline for South Africa’s tourism sector. This work supports the country’s broader economic development goals.
Tourism is a key driver of South Africa’s economic growth, contributing significantly to GDP, employment and foreign direct investment. Continued investment in tourism infrastructure is essential to the country’s long-term economic sustainability and competitiveness in the global tourism market.
What Participants Can Expect at SATIS 2026
• Access to strategic discussions with key decision-makers
• Insights into South Africa’s diverse and commercially attractive tourism investment opportunities
• Opportunities for investors to connect and network with project owners and potential investees
Building on SATIS 2025
The inaugural SATIS, held in September 2025, marked the launch of the Tourism Investment Guidelines, developed in partnership with the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
Click here to view the Guidelines.
SATIS 2025 also showcased bankable tourism projects representing nearly R1 billion in potential investment. These projects include:
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Hole in the Hole in the Wall (Eastern Cape)
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Greenfield development of 100 room 4-star hotel, Conference and day facilities at the iconic Hole in the Wall
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Equity and Debt Partnership
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Investment required 40% of the project cost – R 141,5 million ($7.9 million)
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Incopho Coastal Developments |
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Water World Fun Park (Eastern Cape)
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Commercial PPP, Equity and Debt Partnership
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Investment required: 41% of project cost – R 80 million ($ 4.2 million)
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Buffalo City Metropolitan Development Agency |
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Tokai Manor Table Mountain National Park (Western Cape)
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A concession opportunity for the refurbishment and operation of this multi-use ecotourism facility.
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Commercial PPP, Equity and Debt Partnership
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Investment required: R69 million ($ 3.9 million)
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South African National Park |
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Groote Schuur Estate Tea Room & Restaurant (Western Cape)
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A concession opportunity for refurbishment, new construction, and operation of this historical and cultural facility
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Commercial PPP, Equity and Debt Partnership, and equity
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Investment required: R20 million ($ 1.1 million)
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Project Owner: South African National Parks
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Eye of Menlyn (Gauteng)
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An observation wheel with 30 luxury cabins
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Specialised VIP cabins offer a unique venue for special events
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Debt/Equity Partnership
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Investment required: R25 million ($1.4million)
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Project Owner SA Corp Group |
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God's Window Skywalk (Mpumalanga)
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A cantilevered glass deck offers spectacular panoramic views across the lowveld and the 900m drop
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Commercial PPP, Equity and Debt Partnership
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Investment required: 40% of project cost – R 200 million ($ 10.4 million)
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Motsamayi Tourism Group
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Orpen Kruger Lodge (Mpumalanga)
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Expansion of a resort just outside the Orpen Gate of the iconic Kruger National Park
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Debt/Equity Partnership
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Investment required: 40% of project cost – R 38 million ($ 2.1 million)
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MontDor Clarens |
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