Baobab Travel

Baobab Travel Ltd is a fully ATOL bonded, independent travel company founded to promote responsible tourism and alternative forms of travel in Africa that benefit local communities economically while remaining sensitive to local cultures and the natural environment.

A Philosophy of Responsible Tourism

BAOBAB Travel is owner managed, with both directors still very much involved in the day-to-day operation of the business. Drawing on their combined knowledge of the African tourism industry and a passion for sustainable travel, they have established partnerships with local tour operators and establishments who share their philosophy.

Holidays are designed to show travellers the real places, nature and culture in Africa, avoiding resorts that have been 'manufactured' for tourists.

• Introductions to local people, their cultures and traditions
• A blend of off-the-beaten-track places and more iconic destinations
• Experiences described as unique, varied, exhilarating, relaxing and fulfilling
• Travel that leaves you with a completely clear conscience

Tailor-made Travel Service

As a specialist Africa tour operator, BAOBAB Travel provides a flexible, tailor-made service. Every itinerary is developed specifically for the individual client to suit their needs in terms of trip duration, dates, accommodation, activities, destinations and budget as far as possible.

Travel consultants are all well travelled and offer expert advice and tips. They endeavour to visit the destinations and lodges in their portfolio, allowing them to speak from personal experience and advise on the suitability of a place for, for example, a honeymoon or a family holiday.

Fair Trade Tourism

Baobab Travel had four South Africa travel packages Fair Trade Tourism certified, becoming the first tour operator in the UK to provide a portfolio of trips given the stamp of approval by Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA). They proudly display the official Fair Trade Tourism mark, which is endorsed by Fairtrade International (FLO), Transfair Germany, and South African Tourism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baobab Travel financially protected?

Yes. Baobab Travel is a fully ATOL bonded, independent travel company.

What kind of holidays does the company offer?

Holidays are designed to show travellers the real places, nature and culture in Africa, avoiding resorts manufactured for tourists, and combining off-the-beaten-track places with more iconic destinations.

Can itineraries be customised?

Yes. As a specialist Africa tour operator, Baobab Travel provides a flexible, tailor-made service with every itinerary developed specifically for the individual client, including duration, dates, accommodation, activities, destinations and budget as far as possible.

How knowledgeable are the travel consultants?

The consultants are all well travelled and endeavour to visit the destinations and lodges in the portfolio, so they can talk from personal experience and advise on a place's suitability for a honeymoon or family holiday.

What makes the company's approach responsible?

The company was founded to promote responsible tourism that benefits local communities economically and is sensitive to local cultures and the natural environment, working with partners who share this philosophy.

What is the Fair Trade Tourism certification?

Baobab Travel had four South Africa packages Fair Trade Tourism certified by FTTSA, becoming the first UK tour operator to do so, and displays the Fair Trade Tourism mark endorsed by Fairtrade International, Transfair Germany and South African Tourism.

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