West Africa Tourism

Promise & Responsibility

This moment brings both opportunity and responsibility.

As interest in nature-based tourism grows, protecting ecosystems, preserving culture, and empowering local communities must remain central to Africa’s tourism future.

West & Central Africa have the potential to lead a new era of sustainable tourism one where travel benefits both people and the planet.

The journey forward must be intentional, inclusive, and sustainable.

𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘛𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘮 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘴 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦

The world is changing. Tourism is adapting. Today's disruptions call for bold ideas, shared responsibility, and collective action.

Join global leaders, innovators, policymakers, and tourism professionals at the 7th Edition of A World For Travel (AWFT 2026) as we explore:
“𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗿𝘂𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻”

📍 Paris, France
📅 29–30 October 2026

Join the conversation shaping the future of global tourism.
📌 Register: [https://ypl.me/PSt]
📌 Further Information: [www.aworldfortravel.org]

Africa’s Untouched Beauty

From rich biodiversity to vibrant cultural heritage, West & Central Africa offer experiences travellers can no longer find in overcrowded destinations.

Authentic villages. Sacred forests. Wildlife corridors. Indigenous traditions.
This is tourism rooted in identity, environment, and community.

As global travellers search for destinations that feel real and untouched, Africa’s natural and cultural wealth becomes more valuable than ever.

The Rise of Responsible Travel

The future of travel is changing.

Today’s travellers are seeking more than luxury they want meaning, authenticity, and connection. Nature-based tourism and safari experiences are becoming powerful ways to explore the world responsibly while protecting culture, wildlife, and local communities.

West & Central Africa stand at the heart of this movement, offering landscapes, traditions, and stories that remain beautifully unspoilt.

Today, we celebrate the importance of protecting the environment that sustains our communities, cultures, and tourism industry. 🌍

WATO, through WAEN, remains committed to promoting environmentally conscious tourism practices that help preserve West Africa for future generations.

Responsible tourism encourages travel that protects nature, preserves culture, and supports communities.

Through the West Africa Ecotourism Network (WAEN), a project under WATO, we continue to advocate for tourism practices that promote environmental sustainability across West Africa.

Every journey leaves an impact. ✈️

Responsible travel helps protect the environments and cultures that make West Africa unique.

Together, we must continue to promote environmentally conscious tourism across the region.

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

AGRITOURISM BEYOND BORDERS

Join global leaders, tourism professionals, agricultural stakeholders, policymakers, and innovators as they explore the future of agritourism.

We are excited to announce that Ms. Ola Wright, CEO of WATO, will be speaking at the World Agritourism Festival 2026, organised byxtralargefarmsandresorts

As a leading voice in tourism development and destination promotion, Ms Wright will join industry experts and stakeholders to explore how agritourism can drive sustainable growth, rural development, cultural preservation, and economic empowerment.

📅Date: Wednesday, 3 June 2026

🕑Time
Nigeria | UK | Ghana – 2:00 PM GMT
Canada | Caribbean | USA – 9:00 AM EST

🔗 Join the Summit:
[https://zoom.us/j/8739942064?pwd=CpnQNePlmvRxvcYbDkwLb4vRb2VeuY.1]

Meeting ID: 873 994 2064
Passcode: AHf1H7

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of agritourism worldwide.

Sustainable tourism is about people, culture, and the environment working together.

Supporting communities and preserving heritage are essential to building a stronger tourism future for West Africa.

WATO remain committed to responsible tourism practices across the region.