Making a difference,
one trip at a time

We support the empowerment of communities
through ethical tourism initiatives.

Our projects

We partner with communities across Africa to develop and implement sustainable tourism projects that address their most pressing needs in poverty reduction, education and conservation. Our commitment is reflected in the following initiatives:

  • Pathways

    Inspiring the next generation through career exploration and mentorship

  • The Lesedi Project

    Providing essential supplies to families and schools through partnering with NGOs

  • Footprints

    Leaving a positive footprint on communities and the environment

Travel with Purpose, Leave a LegacyInspire ChangeProtect our planet

Statistics got you anxious?

Us too.

Over

35%

of women are unemployed in South Africa alone

Over

280

million people in Africa face food insecurity

More than

60%

of Africa’s wildlife has disappeared in 50 years

What we are doing

We believe that travel can be a powerful force for good. We are committed to making a positive impact on the communities we visit and supporting sustainable tourism initiatives.

  • Gender equity: Lower female unemployment rates often reflect limited opportunities for women in the workforce. We are committed to creating training and employment opportunities for female graduates.
  • Community Partnerships:
From sourcing supplies locally to employing community guides, we ensure tourism revenue stays where it matters most. Our partnerships with women-led cooperatives have increased their annual income by 200%.

  • Ethical Wildlife Tourism:
Through guest education and direct funding, we support anti-poaching units and ethical sanctuaries. 5% of every booking goes to conservation partners.

  • Sustainable Operations:
We offset 100% of our carbon footprint, ban single-use plastics on tours, and exclusively use eco-certified accommodations. Our rewilding projects have restored 1,000+ acres of critical wildlife habitat.

Partner with us

Tourism plays a vital role in the economies of some African countries, providing employment and contributing to GDP. However, for tourism to truly benefit these nations, local communities must be empowered to profit from tourism activities in their areas. the power of tourism to empower communities. Join our mission to transform lives through tourism.

What we believe

Kamalanga is a not-for-profit established in 2024 to build upon years of Kamaroutes’ sustainable efforts within the local communities where it operates. Our mission is to make a tangible, positive difference for our local communities. This is done through various philanthropic efforts. We believe with travel comes a responsibility to protect the world as we know it. Thanks to the generosity of our clients and partners, we are able to support a number of transformative community-based projects across our global destinations. Learn More…

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