Botswana's tourism scoops awards at INDABA 2008
Durban, South Africa - Botswana's Tourism has received three prizes at INDABA.
The prizes, Best Wildlife Reserve in Africa, Best Ecologically Sound Operation and runner-up to the Best Safari Guiding Team in Africa were presented at a ceremony hosted by the Good Safari Guide, an independent directory of the top safari lodges, hotels and camps in Africa and member of the African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA).
ATTA is a network of over 360 members representing travel and tourism buyers and suppliers throughout Africa with headquarters in London. The association creates a platform for buyers and suppliers to interact at networking events, trade shows, crisis management and tourism seminars through its links with the media.
The awards honour the best in the safari industry. Nominations in 13 categories are accepted only from qualified travel professionals, with a panel of distinguished industry judges making the final tough decisions.
The Moremi Game Reserve
Voted the Best Game Reserve in Africa, the award was received by Botswana Tourism Board chief executive officer (CEO) Myra Sekgororoane. Receiving the award, Sekgororoane said: "This is a great honour and privilege and highlights that Botswana has fulfilled its aim of protecting its wildlife and wilderness for the benefit of future generations."
Kwando Safaris
Kwando Safaris was voted runner-up in the Best Safari Guiding Team. Charles Sebaga received the prize for his team of guides in Botswana. Also present were the owners John and Louis Mynardt, and the managing director, Sue Smart.
Jack's Camp
Based in the Makgadikgadi Game Reserve, Jack's Camp was voted the Best Ecologically Sound Operation. The prize was received by one of the owners Ralph Bousfield, who expressed his hope that the Makgadikgadi continues to receive support by tourists and operators for its long-term sustainability.
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