SA AIA Announces 2026 National Conference at ATKV Drakensville
01 Oct 2025
Returning to the Drakensberg for a week of learning, collaboration, and industry development.
ATKV Drakensville, South Africa — 1 October 2025
SA AIA is pleased to announce that its 2026 National Adventure Industry Conference will once again take place at ATKV Drakensville in the Drakensberg from 26-30 June 2026.
Following overwhelmingly positive feedback from the 2025 event, SA AIA has chosen to return to Drakensville due to its:
Ideal mix of indoor and outdoor training environments
Access to real adventure terrain for practical sessions
Exceptional accommodation and catering
Strong alignment with the conference’s CPD and professional development focus
The 2026 programme will include:
Adventure training workshops
LOTC and Outdoor Education development sessions
Technical competency breakaways
National guiding and accreditation discussions
Networking events and industry exhibitions
Pricing and official registration will be announced early in 2026.
“Drakensville offers everything our sector needs — mountains, water, spaces for learning, and room for meaningful connection.”— SA AIA National Executive Committee
Conference details: www.saaia.org.za/2026-conference-kzn