Belfast, UK, 2024-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Mahlatini Luxury Travel, a leading specialist in luxury African and Indian Ocean travel, proudly announces its certification as a B Corporation® (B Corp™). This milestone makes Mahlatini the first independent African specialist tour operator to achieve this prestigious recognition, underscoring its unwavering commitment to sustainability, responsible travel, and positive community impact.
For nearly 25 years, Mahlatini has been at the forefront of creating transformative travel experiences that not only delight but also contribute positively to the destinations and communities they touch. From its inception, Mahlatini has championed the ethos of experiential travel, focusing on authentic, customised journeys that leave a lasting, positive impact.
“Our journey to become the first independent African specialist B Corp certified tour operator is a natural next step to provide formal recognition, but also accountability, of our commitment to the highest standards of social and environmental impact.” Said Greg Fox, co-founder of Mahlatini. “Sustainability has always been rooted in Mahlatini’s DNA. Our mission is centred on creating unique travel experiences that have a positive impact on the places and people our clients visit.”
We Go Further
At Mahlatini, “we go further” is more than just a slogan. Beyond crafting bespoke journeys across Africa and the Indian Ocean, the company is dedicated to being a force for good. Every journey with Mahlatini directly supports the well-being of the communities visited and the conservation of the wildlife encountered. The company’s commitment extends to its team, offering competitive salaries, pension plans, and healthcare benefits that often exceed industry standards. Mahlatini fosters an inclusive work environment that promotes equality, ethics, and a strong sense of belonging while also balancing work with personal growth and development.
B stands for Benefit for All
B Corp™ Certification means that Mahlatini has been verified as meeting high standards for social and environmental impact. Chris Turner, Executive Director of B Lab UK, commented, “We are delighted to welcome Mahlatini Luxury Travel to the B Corp community. This is a movement of companies who are committed to changing how business operates and believe business really can be a force for good.” Travelling with Mahlatini provides peace of mind that clients are supporting the communities in which they stay, helping conserve the wildlife they witness, and ensuring that their unique travel experiences are ethically and environmentally responsible.
Pioneering Regenerative Travel
As the first independent African specialist tour operator to achieve B Corp™ certification, Mahlatini is leading the way in proving that commercial success can go hand-in-hand with benefiting people, communities, and the planet. The company’s approach includes:
- Partnering with select suppliers and properties that share their dedication to sustainable and responsible tourism
- Supporting critical conservation projects and community initiatives
- Empowering their team to volunteer and make a meaningful impact beyond the workplace
Looking Ahead
As Mahlatini continues to expand its portfolio, the company remains steadfast in its mission to create positive change through the joy of experiential travel. This B Corp™ certification is not just a badge of honour but a pledge to maintain and elevate its standards of social and environmental responsibility. “We exist to create positive change through the joy of travel,” added Fox. “B Corp certification is just the next step in our journey to provide our clients with the most thoughtful, conscious, and memorable travel experiences possible.”
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ABOUT MAHLATINI LUXURY TRAVEL
Mahlatini Luxury Travel is one of only a few specialist African tour operators in UK, with a passion and expertise for tailor-made safari and wildlife travel. For close to 25 years, Mahlatini’s dedicated team of travel consultants have crafted unique journeys for clients; sharing an in-depth knowledge of, and passion for, the breath-taking landscapes, wildlife and cultural experiences that Africa and the Indian ocean offers in abundance. Mahlatini operates from Belfast, Northern Ireland and Cape Town, South Africa. Responsible travel is central to Mahlatini’s ethos – we only partner with those who share our passion for ecotourism. We offer our clients life-changing journeys, which in turn help conserve Africa’s spectacular biodiversity and share ecotourism’s benefits with indigenous communities.
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