Travelbiz E-Zine
27
May
2026

Africa Collection Officially Launches in Ireland

Specialist African travel brand brings tailor-made safari, luxury, and adventure experiences to the Irish market.

Africa Collection has officially launched in Ireland, giving Irish travel agents direct access to expertly curated travel experiences across Africa. Africa Collection Ireland is part of OTP Travel Services Ltd, whose best-known brand is Rugby Travel Ireland.

As part of Tourvest Destination Management, one of Africa’s largest and most established tourism groups, Africa Collection offers Irish agents a unique advantage through extensive on-the-ground infrastructure, destination expertise, trusted supplier relationships, and operational support across the continent.

Africa Collection specialises in tailor-made African holidays as well as multiple touring options across destinations, including South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Mauritius, and Victoria Falls. Products offered range from luxury escapes and safari adventures to honeymoons, family holidays, and bespoke itineraries.

SUPPORTING THE IRISH TRAVEL TRADE

Africa Collection will work closely with travel agents across Ireland through:

  • Product training sessions
  • Trade presentations
  • Marketing support
  • Tailor-made itinerary assistance
  • Dedicated Irish account management
  • Commissionable travel packages and quotes
  • For more information, visit https://www.africacollection.ie/
  • For requests, please feel free to email us at hello@africacollection.ie to start the personal consultation stage.

Africa Collection works closely with the travel trade and offers competitive commission structures, which will be discussed with each agency in the introduction meeting.

The goal is to help agents confidently sell African travel while providing exceptional support and destination knowledge.

Africa Collection Benedikt Wiest

Quote from Africa Collection

Benedikt Wiest, Account Manager for Africa Collection Ireland, said:

“Ireland is a very important and growing market for Africa Collection. We are excited to officially launch in Ireland as an Irish company, and we will work closely with the Irish travel trade to bring unique African experiences to their clients. African travel continues to grow in popularity, with clients increasingly seeking meaningful, experience-driven holidays focused on wildlife, culture, adventure, and luxury. From first-time safari travellers to luxury honeymooners and adventure seekers, Africa offers something truly unforgettable. It would be my pleasure to provide in-depth training sessions and an introduction to the product, and I am looking forward to hearing from you.”

Experiences Offered by Africa Collection

  • Tailor-made luxury holidays
  • Safari experiences
  • Honeymoons and romantic escapes
  • Family adventures
  • Group and incentive travel
  • Beach and bush combinations
  • Rail journeys and private guided tours

Backed by African Expertise

Africa Collection is backed by Tourvest Destination Management, one of Africa’s leading tourism groups, offering extensive destination expertise, trusted supplier relationships, and operational support across the continent. With offices and infrastructure in the following countries: South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, and Madagascar

For Further Information

Please click on https://www.africacollection.ie/ for product information.

To request brochures or to arrange a meeting, please contact:

Benedikt Wiest: Account Manager – Africa Collection Ireland

hello@africacollection.ie

+353 1 568 8588

+353 86 819 3026

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