TSITSIKAMMA – In celebration of World Tourism Day 2025, leading tourism partners in the Tsitsikamma region in the Eastern Cape hosted an exciting career-exposure initiative at Tsitsikamma High School.
This year’s Tourism Month carries the theme: “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation.”
The theme emphasises growing the tourism sector in ways that are inclusive, environmentally conscious, and beneficial for local communities and small businesses, making this initiative the perfect opportunity to showcase tourism’s power to transform lives.
On 26 September, 90 learners from Grades 10 and 11 enjoyed first-hand experiences of some of the region’s most iconic adventure activities, at no cost.
These included the Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour, Untouched Adventures, Segway Tours, Bloukrans Bungy Sky Walk, and Tsitsikamma Adventure Land.
South African National Parks, particularly the Tsitsikamma Section of the Garden Route National Park, also played a vital role by assisting with transport logistics and addressing the learners on careers in tourism.
Beyond the adrenaline and fun, each partner took a few minutes to engage directly with the learners on careers in tourism.
The goal was to inspire the next generation to see tourism not just as a holiday activity, but as a vibrant, diverse industry that offers opportunities ranging from guiding and hospitality to marketing, conservation, and entrepreneurship.
Lee-Marque Jansen, Marketing and Public Relations Manager at Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour, said, “World Tourism Day is about more than just travel; it’s about showing our young people the doors tourism can open for them and their communities. By giving them a glimpse into our world, we hope to inspire futures shaped by sustainable and inclusive tourism.”
Phuti Namethe, Tourism Manager of the Tsitsikamma National Park, added, “This collaboration is a testament to what can be achieved when local tourism operators unite with the shared vision of investing in community, education, and the future of South Africa’s tourism industry.”
Partners involved:
• Stormsriver Adventures – Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour, Woodcutters Journey & Guided Hikes
• Untouched Adventures – Kayak & Lilo
• Tsitsikamma Segway Tours
• Tsitsikamma Adventure Land – Quad Bike Activity
• Bloukrans Bungy Sky Walk
• SANParks – Garden Route National Park, Tsitsikamma Section
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