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SA AIA Partners with First Ascent to Support Adventure Industry Professionals

Through this collaboration, all SA AIA Professional (Individual) Members will receive an exclusive 20% discount on the full range of First Ascent products, available online.

SA AIA Launches CPD Workshop Programme to Elevate Industry Standards

SA AIA is excited to announce the launch of its Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Workshop Series.

SA AIA Launches Expanded Off-Road and Overlanding Chapter and more

Latest news and updates from the SA AIA Overlanding Chapter

SA Adventure Industry Association (SA AIA) Moves to Register as a Professional Body for Adventure Guides and Outdoor Facilitators

The South African Adventure Industry Association (SA AIA) is proud to announce its intention to formally register as a Professional Body with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) — a significant milestone for the adventure tourism and outdoor education industries in South Africa.

SA AIA Announces 2025 Regional Conferences: Adventure, Learning, and Professional Growth

SA AIA is proud to announce the dates and details for our two exciting Regional Conferences in 2025.

SA AIA Launches New Water Safety Chapter to Empower Schools, Parents, and Communities

The South African Adventure Industry Association (SA AIA) is proud to announce the official launch of its Water Safety Chapter, a dedicated initiative aimed at raising awareness and promoting safe water practices across South Africa.

Adventure Guide Chapter Meeting Summary

Adventure Guide Chapter Inaugural Meeting – Highlights, Pain Points, and Next Steps

SA AIA Launches the Learning Outside the Classroom (LOTC) Toolkit Taskforce

An exciting initiative dedicated to creating industry-leading resources for operators and venues within the LOTC, Adventure-Based Learning (ABL), and Outdoor Education sectors.

SA AIA Announces the Launch of the LOTC Practitioner Chapter

A New Era for Learning Outside the Classroom Professionals

SA AIA and TUT Join Forces to Advance Adventure Tourism and Outdoor Education in South Africa

Driving Innovation and Professionalism in Adventure Tourism and Outdoor Education: SA AIA Partners with TUT

SA AIA Launches 4x4 and Overlanding Chapter

SA AIA Launches 4x4 and Overlanding Chapter to Elevate Professional Standards in the Adventure Industry

Tourist Guide Qualification Extension Update

Here is an update on the legacy tourist guide qualifications extension.

Navigating Uncertain Waters: A Collaborative Effort to Address Tourist Guide Sector Concerns

Here is an update on the new tourist guide qualification creation process.

Recent Tragic Incident during a School Trip

It is with deep sorrow that we address the tragic incident that occurred on Saturday, January 20th, 2024, resulting in the unfortunate death of Latoya Temilton, a grade 7 student during a school trip to Wag ‘n Bietjie Resort in Witkoppen.

Mama Alles Partnership

South African Adventure Industry Association (SA AIA) Announces Exciting New Partnership with Mama Alles

APA Partnership

South African Adventure Industry Association (SA AIA) Partners with African Paddling Association (APA) to Strengthen Industry and Professionalization.

Tourist Guide Qualification Update

Here is an update on the new tourist guide qualification creation process.