AFRICAN BUSH CAMPS SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2026 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS

African Bush Camps (ABC), the renowned owner-run safari collective founded by Zimbabwean entrepreneur Beks Ndlovu, has reached a significant international milestone after being nominated as Africa’s Leading Luxury Safari Company for the 2026 World Travel Awards. This nomination places the group at the pinnacle of the continent’s tourism sector, acknowledging its decades-long commitment to blending high-end hospitality with authentic wilderness conservation and community empowerment.

For African Bush Camps, this recognition is more than a professional accolade; it is a validation of a “purpose-driven” philosophy that has reshaped the luxury safari landscape across Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana. Since its inception, the group has moved beyond the traditional boundaries of tourism to ensure that every guest experience serves a greater ecological and social mission. From the iconic Somalisa Camp in Hwange to the sophisticated Thorntree River Lodge on the banks of the Zambezi, ABC has consistently demonstrated that true luxury lies in a profound, respectful connection to the land and its people.

The nomination comes at a time of significant momentum for the organization. Founder Beks Ndlovu was recently appointed to the Black Travel Summit Advisory Board, further cementing the company’s influence in global travel leadership and sustainable tourism. Under his guidance, the African Bush Camps Foundation has continued to lead transformative projects, including the “Miles for Mola” fundraising initiative and the innovative Female Guides Program, which empowers local women to take the lead in a traditionally male-dominated industry. These efforts ensure that the benefits of high-end tourism are directly felt by the communities that serve as the custodians of Africa’s wild spaces.

As the voting window for the World Travel Awards opens, the company is reaching out to its global community of travellers and conservationists. If African Bush Camps has inspired your love for the safari lifestyle or deepened your commitment to meaningful, impact-led travel, the team would be deeply grateful for your support in this year’s ballot.

Winning this category would not only honour the hard work of the local guides and camp staff but would also amplify the voice of owner-run African businesses on the world stage. As the 2026 awards season progresses, African Bush Camps remains a beacon of excellence, proving that the future of luxury travel is inextricably linked to the preservation of the continent’s natural and cultural heritage.